Comfort Japan Tour with Turkish Airlines, 6 nights including extra tours and tea ceremony, NRT-KIX 2026

ISTANBUL – TOKYO – SHIBUYA – TOKYO

We meet at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport three hours before the flight. After completing the baggage, ticketing, and boarding procedures, we depart for Tokyo at 15:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK50. We spend the night on the plane.

TOKYO – SHIBUYA – TOKYO

Upon our arrival in Tokyo at 08:45 local time, after completing passport and baggage procedures, we depart in our private vehicle awaiting us for a city tour of Tokyo. Our first stop is Shibuya, known as the center of entertainment and cultural experiences. One of Tokyo’s most famous and lively districts, Shibuya is home to one of the world’s busiest pedestrian crossings (Shibuya Scramble Crossing). Watching hundreds of people move at once with every change of the lights offers a unique experience for feeling the energy of Tokyo. We will see the Hachiko Statue, built in memory of a dog known for its loyalty and popular as a meeting point for locals and tourists, as well as many famous shopping centers, and enjoy our free time. In addition, Ueno Park and Tokyo Tower are among the places we will see panoramically during our tour. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time to rest.

TOKYO SENSOJI – YODOBASHI ELECTRIC TOWN AKIHABARA– GINZA – TOKYO

After breakfast, we depart from our hotel in our private vehicle. First, we visit Sensoji Temple, built in 645 and the oldest temple in Tokyo, which has been regarded as one of Tokyo’s most important religious centers since the Edo period. After our visit here, we proceed to Yodobashi Electric Town, where we can find hundreds of electronic brands together at affordable prices. Following the time we will have for shopping, we head to Ginza, a district that reflects the sophisticated side and elegance of modern Japan. After our tour of this area, filled with world-famous brands, Tokyo’s largest shopping centers, and finest restaurants, we will have free time for dinner. At the time indicated by our guide, we will be transferred to our hotel, followed by free time to relax.

TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – HAKONE BOAT – OSHINO HAKKAI – GOTEMBA PREMIUM OUTLET – TOKYO

After breakfast, we set off for Mount Fuji, located on Honshu Island, southwest of Tokyo, one of the city’s symbols and the highest mountain in Japan. First, we head to Hakone, located in the Kanagawa region, famous for its views of Mount Fuji and its natural beauty. We take a boat ride on Lake Ashinoko accompanied by a unique view of Mount Fuji, then board the cable cars from the point where we arrive and climb to the viewing hill of Mototsumiya Shrine. After a photo stop, we continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, a region where melting snow combines with underground waters to form natural pools. The waters, naturally filtered through volcanic rocks, create pools with crystal-clear water. These pools, each of different size and depth, offer the opportunity to capture a magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in their waters. After our tour accompanied by our guide, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlet Shopping Center, one of the largest outlet shopping centers in Japan. At the time determined by our guide, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.

TOKYO – (SHINKANSEN) – DOTONBORI – OSAKA 

After breakfast, at the time determined by our guide, we depart from our hotel and head to the train station for the world-famous Shinkansen (bullet train) journey to Osaka. We only take our daily-use belongings with us. (Our large suitcases will be transferred separately to our Osaka hotel by the transfer company arranged by our firm.) After approximately a 2.5-hour journey on the high-speed train, which can reach speeds of up to about 320 km per hour, we arrive in Osaka. We will take our Osaka city tour, Osaka being Japan's second-largest metropolitan area after Tokyo. During our tour, the Umeda Sky Building, consisting of two structures 173 meters long, is among the sights to be seen. The Umeda Sky Building consists of two 173-meter-high, 40-story towers. These towers are connected at the top by an “observation platform.” During our tour, we will go up to the observation deck on the 39th floor and see Osaka's panoramic view. After the Umeda Sky Building, we proceed to the Dotonbori area, which became famous during the Edo Period for theater stages and performing arts and has today become a lively and entertaining tourist attraction that blends traditional Japanese culture with a modern sense of entertainment. Osaka is known as Japan’s culinary capital, and the Dotonbori area is full of restaurants that confirm this title. After the enjoyable free time allotted for the area, transfer to our hotel and free hours to rest.

OSAKA – ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST – KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU-DERA – FUSHIMI INARI – OSAKA

Following breakfast, we depart by private vehicle for Kyoto, Japan’s former capital and one of the best-preserved centers of its traditional culture, famous for its temples, gardens, and traditional neighborhoods. After a journey of approximately 1 hour, we begin our city tour. Kyoto was the only place in Japan that was not bombed during World War II. The city of Kyoto is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We begin our city tour with the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. It welcomes visitors to the bamboo forest with a 500-meter walking trail. During this walk along the trail, you will enjoy pleasant moments accompanied by the sound of the wind passing through the bamboo and have the opportunity to take photographs of the forest. We then continue with our tour of Kinkakuji Temple. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose top two floors are entirely covered in gold leaf, is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Overlooking a large pond, this impressive structure represents a different architectural style on each floor. We then depart for Kiyomizu-dera.  Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto. One of the historic monuments of ancient Tokyo, the temple has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Otowa Waterfall is located just below the main hall, and its waters flow into a pond through three channels. According to belief, these channels respectively symbolize knowledge, health, and longevity. We then proceed to Fushimi Inari, another important temple in the city. After our visit to this temple, which is one of Japan’s most famous Shinto shrines and is especially known for its thousands of orange torii gates, we proceed to our final stop, Fushimi Inari Taisha, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Following our temple visit, accompanied by beautiful views of Kyoto, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.

OSAKA – NARA – TEA CEREMONY –  OSAKA

Following breakfast at the hotel, we set off for our panoramic tour of Nara. We begin our tour with Todaiji Temple. Built in 752, the temple was constructed with the aim of becoming the head of all Buddhist temples. As its influence grew over time, the temple also began to influence politics in the 8th century. The main hall of Todaiji has also made its mark in the record books as the largest wooden structure in the world. The enormous building is home to one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). We then visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara. Established in 1880, it is home to most of Nara's major attractions, including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji, and the Nara National Museum. It is also home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. After having the chance to take photos with the deer wandering around, we participate in a traditional Tea Ceremony. After experiencing traditional Japanese tea preparation firsthand, sipping our teas, and enjoying the pleasant time allocated for the area, we have free time for transfer to our hotel and rest. 

OSAKA – OSAKA CASTLE – OUTLET – İSTANBUL 

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel. Osaka Castle, a five-story castle with a history dating back approximately 450 years, is not only one of the country’s most visually magnificent creations, but also a beautiful testament to traditional Japanese architecture, from its subtle color balance to the elegant patterns and shapes adorning each floor. After Osaka Castle, we enter the large outlet mall and complete our final shopping. At the time announced by our guide, we transfer to the airport. Following passport and baggage procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 22:30 on Turkish Airlines flight TK87. Our tour ends with our arrival at 05:20 local time.

 We hope to meet again on another journey