Japan: Past, Present, and Future
Where history, culture, and innovation align.
Kanazawa Takes You Back in Time
Kanazawa is a historic castle town with over 400 years of rich history. This town is bursting at the seams with tradition, from the Higashi tea district to the one-mile Samurai district.
Kanazawa is also the home of gold-leaf decoration, practiced here since the 16th century, making Kanazawa the epicenter of arts and crafts culture in Japan, with many other artistic practices emerging from these historic streets.
Stunning gardens, fish markets, and Geisha quarters make Kanazawa a must-visit destination for any traveler looking to dig deep into Japan's storied past.
Kyoto: Bridging the Gap Between Past and Present
There's no place that exemplifies Japan's rich culture like Kyoto. This city highlights how Japan's history and culture go hand-in-hand, with its 2,000 temples and shrines co-existing with a modern cityscape.
Food is one of the most prominent ways to experience the overlap in tradition and innovation in Japan. In Kyoto, travelers can enjoy kaiseki ryori, a multi-course traditional dinner that emphasizes hospitality and artistry, and visit the new ramen spots in Fushimi to see what experimental chefs are adding to their bowls.
Set Your Sights on the Future in Tokyo
This electrifying city is unlike any other. The neon lights color the skyline and pop culture is turned up all the way. Travelers visit Tokyo from all over the world for world-class restaurants, bustling shopping streets, and dazzling live entertainment.
Visiting the atmospheric Yurakucho is a must for any traveler. Eateries and watering holes line the street under the elevated train tracks, and people can find cuisine of all kinds to satisfy their cravings, from traditional Japanese food to elegant French cafés and German beer halls.
In the Heart of Japan with Collette
Have you ever wanted to take part in an authentic sushi making class? Or try your hand at the centuries-old art of the Japanese tea ceremony? Collette's Cultural Treasures of Japan tour takes groups to the must-visit destinations in Japan, including Kanazawa, Kyoto, and Tokyo, as well as destinations for cultural connections like the Owakudani volcanic zone, the Zen temple of Kinkakuji, and Hiroshima, where groups will visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Plus, travel by the famous shinkansen bullet train for panoramic views of the Japanese countryside.
Booking Collette is risk-free for groups, with no minimum group size or deposit required to save space on tour. Plus, Collette provides group leaders with a local Business Development Manager and free promotional materials to help grow your group's travel program.
Cultural Treasures of Japan
14 Days
Tokyo • Asakusa Sensoji Shrine • Ginza • Tea Ceremony • Hakone • Lake Ashi Cruise • Matsumoto Castle • Takayama
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