Catholic Tour
Welcome to Japan, a country rich in history and culture, perfect for Catholic travelers. Tokyo and Osaka, two of Japan’s most dynamic cities, offer numerous attractions and amenities for visitors.
In Tokyo, explore the stunning Tokyo Cathedral St. Mary, designed by renowned architect Kenzo Tange. Visit historic sites like the Senso-ji Temple and the Meiji Shrine. Enjoy the city's diverse culinary scene and vibrant shopping districts such as Shibuya and Ginza.
Osaka, known for its lively atmosphere, is home to the Osaka Catholic Cathedral, where visitors can attend Mass. Discover the iconic Osaka Castle and the bustling Dotonbori area, famous for its food and entertainment. Osaka’s friendly locals and delicious cuisine, including fresh sushi and takoyaki, add to the city’s charm.
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Itinerary |
Hotel |
DAY1 |
Arrival Osaka Airport |
Osaka Area
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DAY2 |
Nara Sacred Deer Park(1.5hr)- TodaijiTemple -Osaka castle- Dotonbori Shinsaibashi |
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DAY3 |
Transfer to Kyoto - Kiyomizudera- Fushimi Inari - ITM - Akita by Flight Pickup at AXT to Hotel Akita |
Akita Area |
DAY4
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Visit Our Lady of Akita- Seitai Hoshikai- Kakunodate Bukeyashiki |
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DAY5
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Transfer to AXT - Tokyo by Flight (HND)-Pickup at Haneda- Asakusa Temple-Nakamise Street- Visit St. Paul - Catholic Asakusa Church- Photo Stop at Skytree Tower |
Tokyo Area |
DAY6
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Transfer to Fuji Area -Photostop Lake kawaguchiko - Oishi park - Shopping Gotemba Premium Outlet -Transfer back to Tokyo |
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DAY7
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Visit Old Cathedral of St Joseph - Visit Shibuya (Cross Street, Hachiko Statue)- transfer to Airport |
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Day 1 Oversea – Kansai Traffic: Airline and Coach Meals : Breakfast : Self / Lunch : Self / Dinner : Self Hotel : Osaka Hotel or similar Airport Transfer to Hotel from airport while arrived by Coach
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Day2 Nara Sacred Deer Park- TodaijiTemple -Osaka castle- Dotonbori/ Shinsaibashi
Traffic: Coach or Bus Meals: Hotel`s Buffet / Lunch: Include / Dinner: Include Hotel: Sunshine Prince Hotel or similar
Nara Park is located on the eastern side of the downtown area of Nara and is a very large park. In the vast hinterland of 660 hectares, there are many representative attractions of Nara, including Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Haruhi Daisha, Nara National Museum, Nakakura Courtyard, and so on Osaka Castle is a Japanese castle in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan. The castle and fortress are one of Japan's most famous landmarks and it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century of the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Dōtonbori or Dōtombori ( pronounced [doːtomboɾi]) is a district in Osaka, Japan. Known as one of Osaka's principal tourist and nightlife areas, the area runs along the Dōtonbori canal from Dōtonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge in the Namba district of the city's Chūō ward. Historically a theater district, it is now a popular nightlife and entertainment area characterized by its eccentric atmosphere and large illuminated signboards. Shinsaibashi is a district in the Chūō-ku ward of Osaka, Japan and the city's main shopping area. At its center is Shinsaibashi-suji , a covered shopping street, that is north of Dōtonbori and Sōemonchō, and parallel and east of Mido-suji street. Associated with Shinsaibashi, and west of Mido-suji street, is Amerika-mura, an American-themed shopping area and center of Osaka's youth culture. Major stores and boutiques concentrates are found around the area. Shinsaibashi is easily accessed via the subway.
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Day3 Transfer to Kyoto - Kiyomizudera- Fushimi Inari - ITM - Akita by Flight
Traffic: Coach or Bus Meals: Breakfast: Hotel`s Buffet / Lunch: Include /Dinner: Include Hotel: Sunshine Prince Hotel or similar
Kiyomizu-dera (Japanese: lit. 'Pure Water Monastery') is a Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto, Japan. The temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The temple was established in 778, during the late Nara period, by Enchin Shonin, who was a priest from Nara (the capital of Japan from 710 to 784). He is said to have received a vision telling him to construct the temple next to the Otowa spring.
Fushimi Inari-taisha (is the head shrine of the kami Inari, located in Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. The shrine sits at the base of a mountain, also named Inari, which is 233 metres (764 ft) above sea level, and includes trails up the mountain to many smaller shrines which span 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) and take approximately 2 hours to walk up.
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Day4 Lady of Akita- Seitai Hoshikai- Kakunodate Bukeyashiki
Traffic: Coach or Bus Meals: Breakfast: Hotel`s buffet / Lunch: Include /Dinner: Include Hotel: Hotel Akita hotel or similar
The Institute of the Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, "Seitai Hoshikai," is a small institute of Catholic religious women leading dedicated lives of prayer and was established in 1970 by the late Bishop John Shojiro Ito of Niigata, Japan. Members make vows of Obedience, Chastity, Poverty, and follow the example set by the lives of Jesus Christ and Mary, in offering their lives to the service of God and neighbor. Seitai Hoshikai is comprised of sisters who reside at the Motherhouse in Akita, who lead a community life centered on prayer, and sisters who lead an apostolic life of evangelization among lay people in society.
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Day5 Asakusa Temple-Nakamise Street- St. Paul - Catholic Asakusa Church- Skytree Tower Traffic: Coach or Bus Meals: Breakfast: At hotel / Lunch: N/A / Dinner: Include Hotel: Tokyo Hotel or similar Asakusa Temple :Sensō-ji (officially Kinryū-zan Sensō-ji ), also known as Asakusa Kannon), is an ancient Buddhist temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. It is Tokyo's oldest-established temple, and one of its most significant. It is dedicated to Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion. Structures in the temple complex include the main hall, a five-story pagoda and large gates. It is the most widely visited religious site in the world with over 30 million visitors annually.
Nakamise Street:Nakamise Shopping Street is located along the main approach to Usa Jingu Shrine. It is lined with restaurants offering local cuisine and shops selling a wide assortment of regional specialties and souvenirs. The shopping street took shape around the time of the Great Showa Reconstruction conducted at Usa Jingu from 1932 to 1941, replacing the Shinmeicho shopping district that existed near the western entrance to the shrine. Today, Nakamise is a lively area catering to residents, pilgrims, and sightseers alike.
Skytree Tower:At 634m (2080') tall, Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in the world. See access, facility information, and more facts about this landmark.
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Day6 Lake kawaguchiko - Oishi park - Gotemba Premium Outlet Traffic: Coach or Bus Meals: Breakfast: At hotel / Lunch: N/A / Dinner: Include Hotel: Tokyo Hotel or similar
Lake Kawaguchiko is the most easily accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes with train and direct bus connections to Tokyo. A hot spring resort town with various tourist attractions and views of Mount Fuji is located around the lake's eastern end, while the northern and western shores are mostly undeveloped.
Oishi Park is one of the best spots to view Mt Fuji. The view from Oishi Park consists of Mt Fuji in the background, Kawaguchiko (Lake) in the mid ground and the lavender of Oishi Park in the foreground. The lavender blooms from the middle of June to the middle of July, which it means it is unlikely that Mt Fuji will have a snow cap. Shopping Gotemba Premium Outlet Gotemba is Japan's most popular outlet mall, with 210 stores offering luxury, sports, and international brands. Located at the base of Mt. Fuji, the mall is accessible by train and bus from Tokyo.
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Day7 Old Cathedral of St Joseph -Shibuya (Cross Street, Hachiko Statue)- transfer to Airport Traffic:coach or bus Meals:Breaskfast:At hotel /Lunch:N/A /Dinner:N/A Hotel:- Old Cathedral of St Joseph The Cathedral of St. Joseph also called St. Joseph's Church is the name given to a historic Catholic church, located in Tsukiji area, Tokyo, Japan. The temple was consecrated in honor of St. Joseph. It stands out as the first Catholic church in Tokyo.
Shibuya is one of the 23 city wards of Tokyo, but often refers to just the popular shopping and entertainment area found around Shibuya Station. In this regard, Shibuya is one of Tokyo's most colorful and busy districts, packed with shopping, dining and nightclubs serving swarms of visitors that come to the district every day. A statue of the Akita dog Hachikō, remembered for his unwavering loyalty to his deceased owner, is installed outside Tokyo's Shibuya Station, in Japan.
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Quotation |
Traffic Day2-6,8 All days Day 1 Airport transfer Chartered Coach Fee (10 hours/day) Overtime charge JPY 11,000/hr Type of Coach:Large Bus *1 or Cosater*1 Capacity:up to 45 seats or 18-22seats Items are including (The guide is paid on-site): 1.Toll Way Road Fee 2.Parking Fee 3.Meal Expence for driver 4. Accommodation fee for driver |
Meals: Lunch:5*1800yen Dinner:2*2000yen |
Ticket:Kiyomizu Temple/Osaka castle/Kakunodate Bukeyashiki |
English Tour Guide:Meals, accommodation, transportation, etc. |
Leader:1 FOC |
15 person 134,500yen pax (single use+31,200yen/pax)NO Flight tickets No hotel:91,000yen pax 20 person 127,500yen pax (single use+31,200yen/pax)NO Flight tickets No hotel:84,500yen pax 25 person 112,500yen pax (single use+31,200yen/pax)NO Flight tickets No hotel:70,600yen pax 30 person 103,000yen pax (single use+31,200yen/pax)NO Flight tickets No hotel:61,500yen pax |
All the prices are only for reference. Exact price will be based on the latest quotation when date, number of pax and currency are confirmed. |