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Globus [?]
Duration:
10 days
Highlights:
From bustling cities to quiet mountain villages, experience the distinct flavor of Japan during this incredible vacation. On this tour, experience Japan's culture when you partake in a tea ceremony, try on a traditional kimono, attempt calligraphy, browse a farmers market, and participate in a Japanese cooking class. Of course, you'll visit Japan's famous sights, including many of its castles and shrines. In Kyoto, see the Temple of the Gold Pavi
...lion, a Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf, and be amazed at its beauty. You'll also visit Matsumoto Castle, a must-see sight in Japan; dating from 1593, it is Japan's oldest existing castle tower and designated as a national treasure.You'll not only see the fascinating structures and shrines, but also have a chance to visit one of Japan's greatest gardens"Kenroku-en. According to the ancient Chinese book of gardens, gardens should have six different sublime qualities, but it is rare to find all six qualities in a garden. Dating from the 1670s, Kenroku-en does in fact combine the six attributes of a perfect garden"spaciousness & seclusion, artifice & antiquity, water-courses & panoramas. Be sure to bring your camera for some great photos!While in Japan, try some traditional sake, taste some authentic sushi, visit a Shinto shrine, and experience some of the optional activities available. Whatever you decide to do, be sure you bring your camera, because you'll have lots of opportunities to capture memories and photos to share with everyone back home!At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next? Read More
Globus [?]
Duration:
13 days
Highlights:
From bustling cities to quiet mountain villages, experience the distinct flavor of Japan during this vacation. On this tour, experience Japan's culture when you partake in a tea ceremony, try on a traditional kimono, attempt calligraphy, browse a farmers market, and participate in a Japanese cooking class. Also experience the thrill of riding one of Japan's famous bullet trains. Of course, you'll visit Japan's famous sights, including many of its
... castles and shrines. See the Temple of the Gold Pavilion, a Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf, and be amazed at its beauty. You'll also visit Matsumoto Castle, a must-see sight in Japan; dating from 1593, it is Japan's oldest existing castle tower and designated as a national treasure. In Hiroshima, visit the Peace Park and see the dome that miraculously remained standing as all the structures around it were destroyed by the atomic bombing. The dome is now a symbol of peace, and you may even see doves flying around the park!You'll not only see the fascinating structures and shrines, but also have a chance to visit one of Japan's greatest gardens"Kenroku-en. Be sure to bring your camera for some great photos. Try some traditional sake, taste some authentic sushi, visit a Shinto shrine, and experience some of the optional activities available. Whatever you decide to do, you're sure to have lots of stories and photos to share with loved ones back home!No one brings the world's stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next? Read More
Globus [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
On this tour, discover Japan and China"two amazing countries with distinct cultures, sights, cuisine, drinks, history, and scenery. Ride a thrilling bullet train in Japan, see the Great Wall of China, cruise on the Li River, and visit some of the most historic sights in these two great countries. Immerse yourself in Japan's culture when you partake in a tea ceremony, try on a traditional kimono, attempt calligraphy, and participate in a Japanese
...cooking class. Also see some of Japan's historic sights, including Nijo Castle, built in 1603 as the official residence of the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. In China, a trip highlight is a visit to the Terracotta Warriors, which were built to help China's first emperor in the afterlife. Accidentally discovered by farmers in 1974, these masterpieces have been guarding his burial site for 2,000 years. Also in China, see the Forbidden City's Imperial Palace, once the sacred home of China's emperors, and Tian'anmen Square, the place where the People's Republic of China was proclaimed in 1949.These are just a few of the many exciting places you'll see on this fascinating trip through China and Japan. So pack your camera and get ready for a trip of a lifetime!A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next? Read More
Globus [?]
Duration:
18 days
Highlights:
On this tour, discover Japan and China"two amazing countries with distinct cultures, sights, cuisine, drinks, history, shopping, and scenery. Ride a thrilling bullet train in Japan, see the Great Wall of China, cruise on the Li River, and visit some of the most historic sights in these two great countries. Immerse yourself in Japan's culture when you partake in a tea ceremony, try on a traditional kimono, attempt calligraphy, and participate in a
... Japanese cooking class. Also see some of Japan's historic sights, including Nijo Castle, built in 1603 as the official residence of the Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu.In China, a trip highlight is a visit to the Terracotta Warriors, which were built to help China's first emperor in the afterlife. Accidentally discovered by farmers in 1974, these masterpieces have been guarding his burial site for 2,000 years. Also in China, see the Forbidden City's Imperial Palace, once the sacred home of China's emperors, and Tian'anmen Square, the place where the People's Republic of China was proclaimed in 1949. Be sure to leave room in your suitcase so you can experience the great shopping in Hong Kong and Shanghai.These are just a few of the many exciting places you'll see on this fascinating trip through China and Japan. So pack your camera and get ready for a trip of a lifetime!A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next? Read More
Depart from: Seto
Operates:
Jul 1st 2013 - Dec 31st 2013: Daily
Duration:
30 days
Highlights:
29-night accommodations (stay on the 2nd floor of the pottery studio)Guidance of professional potter Fit for persons experienced in pottery makingstaying at a pottery studio and learn to make casual Japanese dishes with old-established glazes
Depart from: Tokoname
Operates:
Jan 7th 2013 - Jul 9th 2013: Daily
Duration:
30 days
Highlights:
29-night accommodations with breakfasts (stay in Hotel "Route Inn Tokoname Ekimae") Fit for persons experienced in pottery makingStudio using Using the gas kiln to yourself twice during your stay
Depart from: Mashiko
Operates:
Jan 7th 2013 - Jul 19th 2013: Daily
Duration:
30 days
Highlights:
29-night accommodations Fit for persons experienced in pottery makingMaking pottery at your paceStaying in an old Japanese house for 30 days in Mashiko"COMPACT" wood fire kiln available
Depart from: Arita
Operates:
Jan 7th 2013 - Dec 24th 2013: Daily
Duration:
30 days
Highlights:
29-night accommodations Fit for persons experienced in pottery makingSpecial experience for making "procelain"
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