The scenic Inland Sea, separating three of Japan's four main islands, is the centerpiece of this 13-day touring program. The trip begins with arrival in Tokyo, Japan's modern capital city filled with deluxe hotels, fashionable shopping areas, a myriad of dining options, and a vibrant nightlife. Following your stay in Tokyo you will fill out the week with stays in Hakone & Kyoto. Your second week begins with departure for Takamatsu, a former castle town during the Edo period. En route visit Kobe, an attractive port city, and namesake of the popular Kobe beef. After sightseeing in Kobe continue to Awaji Island, largest island in the Inland Sea, before arriving in Takamatsu. After an overnight, travel by ferry to the historic city of Kurashiki, the old storehouses that once housed rice and other goods have been transformed into boutiques, museums and cafes. Visit the famous Ohara Museum of Art in Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Area before departure by bullet train for Hiroshima. Upon arrival visit Peace Memorial Park and Museum, dedicated to a peaceful world free from nuclear weapons. The next morning visit famous Itsukushima Shrine, whose iconic torii gate appears to be afloat at high tide. The final stop is Osaka, Japan's third largest city, known by foodies as the Japan's "food capital."
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Visiting a new place is no longer about passive consumption, move your body, learn new skills,
and challenge your limits to find the very thing that makes your Setouchi journey unique and unforgettable.
Whether basking in the glory of masterful works, taking in performance honed to perfection over centuries,
or finding yourself captivated by some of the very best in modern art, there is something for everyone.
[Photo : “Red Pumpkin” ©Yayoi Kusama,2006 Naoshima Miyanoura Port Square | Photographer: Daisuke Aochi]
Travel in time and marvel at surroundings etched deep into history.
Dig a bit deeper and discover the central role the Setouchi region has played in making this diverse and fascinatingly complex country.
Some of the world’s most stunning seascapes are complemented by the natural beauty
and richness of forests that will have you breathing deeply in the very essence of what it is to be alive.
As diverse and tantalizing as the region itself, the bounties of Setouchi are near at hand.
Fresh fish, fabulous meats, exquisite vegetables, and a vast array of local brews will be gracing your tables for a procession of unforgettable feasts.
Savoring the journey means sometimes you just need to catch your breath, wind it back a gear to relax and pamper yourself.
Whether it is a traditional ryokan, luxury hotel sea view, or even a pre-modern house, the fineries of life await.