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A classic trip to Japan should include the must-sees
but also the hidden gems to leave lasting impressions
Throbbing Tokyo energy draws you to another world
Gracious culture leaves a sense of awe, as deep as Fuji's beauty
Then, like on a time machine, whiz through the countryside
By bullet train from modern Tokyo to ancient, elegant Kyoto.
So many wonderful memories to create
Your first trip to Japan won't be your last
Kamakura
Lake Kawaguchi
Lake Saiko
Tokyo
Lake Biwa
Kyoto
Osaka
Kurashiki
Kurashiki
Kagawa
Seto Inland Sea
Miyajima
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
A sleek upscale hotel enveloped by skyscrapers and the vibrant Shinjuku district. Find yourself just a short walk from the world's busiest rail hub, densely dotted with departmernt stores, underground shopping arcades, and the most popular restaurants, shops, and attractions in the heart of Tokyo.
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Plaza Superior South Tower Room
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30.1 m² (324 ft²)
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120 x 203 cm * 2 Bed
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152～182 x 203 cm * 1 Bed
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Founded in 1936, this hotel is in a class of its own. The hotel offers unrestricted views of Mt. Fuji and boasts a vast garden area with over 300 cherry blossom trees. The hot spring waters can be enjoyed in both indoor and open air settings.
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Japanese Room or Moderate Twin Room
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10 tatami mats
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120 x 210 cm * 2 Bed
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N/A
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Surrounded by tranquil mountains, the Yumotokan is a Ryokan (Japanese-style hotel) featuring hot springs baths and stunning views of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. Ogoto Onsen, the local hot springs for the hotel, has been supplying natural mineral-rich water for 1200 years.
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Japanese Room
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10 tatami mats
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100 x 200 cm * 2 Bed
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N/A
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The Hanakaido is famous for embodying the elegance of Kyoto. Featuring hot spring baths and lakeside views of Lake Biwa, enjoy their indoor bath, outdoor hot springs and a beautiful Kaiseki dinner in traditional Kyoto style.
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Japanese Room
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8 tatami mats
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100 x 200 cm * 2 Bed
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This hot spring hotel is known for its comfortable fusion-style rooms, each offering a private lakeside balcony view of Lake Biwa. Enjoy an expertly-prepared Kyoto-style banquet dinner and fabulous service.
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Lake View Superior Floor Natura Room
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40 m² (431 ft²)
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110 x 203 cm * 2 Bed
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Centrally-located in Kyoto city, the Okura is within walking distance from Gion, popular restaurants, and exciting shopping areas. It is a Kyoto icon and has long been regarded by locals as one of the best places to stay in the city.
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Standard Room
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37 m² (398 ft²)
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120 x 210 cm * 2 Bed
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180 x 210 cm * 1 Bed
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Near Shijo-karasuma, the heart of Kyoto, this luxury hotel is conveniently situated for sightseeing and shopping activities. In addition, all hotel rooms and banquet rooms feature free broadband internet access.
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Superior Room
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36 m² (388 ft²)
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120 x 200 cm * 2 Bed
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160 x 200 cm * 1 Bed
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Known as one of Osaka's best luxury hotels, the Imperial Osaka is located near Osaka Castle on the cherry tree-lined Okawa River in a relaxing, resort-like setting. Free shuttle service to Osaka Station is available as well as complimentary bikes to explore the area (10-min. ride to Osaka Castle).
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Regular Floor Standard Room
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30 m² (323 ft²)
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105 x 205 cm * 2 Bed
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160 x 205 cm * 1 Bed
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Located in the city center, this hotel is just a short stroll to the Kurashiki bikan old quarter. It is also adjacent to the Ohara Museum of Art, and the hotel itself is a part of the museum attracting many international art enthusiasts.
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Standard Room in Main Building
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21.8 m² (235 ft²)
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110 x 195 cm * 2 Bed
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N/A
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Located at the foot of Konpira Shrine, this is one of the best Ryokan hotels in Japan. This hotel is not only within walking distance to the Konpira Shrine and the Kabuki Theater, but its open-air bath is also strategically positioned to overlook Mt. Zozu. The female guests are in for a treat! Ladies can indulge in “Hana-buro,” an open-air bath filled with fragrant rose petals.
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Japanese Western Room with Open-Air Bath
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10 tatami mats
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100 x 200 cm * 2 Bed
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Centrally located in Hiroshima, this 4-star hotel is located within walking distance from the Japan Rail Hiroshima Station, which offers direct access to the bullet train and bus stations. Spacious rooms, modern amenities, and the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed are just a few of the special touches you can expect from a Sheraton.
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Deluxe Room
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35 m² (377 ft²)
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120 x 200 cm * 2 Bed
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200 x 230 cm * 1 Bed
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My wife and I recently enjoyed the Japan Classic Tour. At first, we doubted Super Value's veracity, as what they offered seemed too good to be true for the asking price. Comparable tour companies paled in tour value and substantially exceeded SV's costs. But SV delivered in every way possible: stellar hotels, superior transportation, excellent and abundant authentic Japanese meals, interesting venues and local tours, and unique country special offerings (such as visits to Onsen, traditional baths; famous gardens; and a night at a Ryokan). Above all, SV - - in this case Tour Guide Eriko - - provided the most careful, attentive and personal service to each and every guest imaginable or possible. Eriko is university educated, smart, witty, pleasant, with excellent knowledge of Japanese history, culture, art and modern traditions. Her English was near flawless. Far above and beyond any expectations, Eriko worked tirelessly to ensure every guest's personal comfort, particularly regarding meals, accommodations and airport transfers. We highly recommend Super Value [now Supera Tours] and tour guide, par excellence, Eriko.
My wife and I recently returned from the Japan Classics-10 day tour. We had a great time! Our tour guide, Eriko Kimura, is the best!! She was well organized, always friendly, and extremely helpful to everyone in the tour. She did a good job explaining the history, traditions, and customs of Japan. She went over and beyond what you might expect a tour guide to do. The hotels were very, very nice. The variety of experiences was amazing. Even sleeping on the floor on futons and tatami mats was surprisingly comfortable. What a great variety of delicious, glorious food! The tour is great for first-timers to Japan. It gives you a nice variety of experiences and leaves you ready for a return trip. Did I mention that Eriko is the best!!!
We used Super Value Tours for a trip to Japan in May/June 2019. Our guide, Miki, was excellent: very organized & super efficient in managing all our rooms, transportation, setting up meal reservations, very mindful of food allergies/preference, & giving directions to places of interest (in addition to the scheduled tour) or for transportation at the end of the tour. She was great in relaying history, culture, & whatever questions we threw her way. We stayed at very nice hotels & had impressive meals which we probably would not have afforded on our own. The itinerary was great & we hit the major sites of interest plus a few extra fun stuff like dressing up in kimonos or as samurai, & a workshop on dyeing a keepsake with multi stencils. We have now joined our friends as major fans of Super Value Tours & hope to use this tour group for trips in the future.
My wife and I have visited all 7 continents and over 50 countries. This is the first travel review I have ever posted. We took the Japan Classics Tour in September 2019. It was wonderful. Our tour guide was Eriko. She was amazing. She was organized, caring, encouraging, hard working, and extremely knowledgeable. I could go on. I think she was the best tour guide we have ever had. We loved her. Everything about the tour was first class. The food was great. The hotels were fantastic. The buses were top notch. Unlike most tours, we were provided great meals 3 times a day. There were absolutely no corners cut. Everything was paid for. It was apparent that Eriko was afforded superb support by her people back in the "office". Everything ran like clock-work. The itinerary was excellent. It was apparent that it was thought out. We could not have been more pleased. We would highly recommend this tour...
