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YOUR journey
J² crafts journeys of inspiration, education, and Jewish connections to Israel and worldwide. We are guided by a simple but powerful concept: No two trips are the same; each experience should be personal, meaningful, and backed by superb service. Travel is not just about the places you visit, but the connections you make along the way.
An extraordinary exploration of Japan’s cultural heritage, spiritual traditions, and Jewish connections. This thoughtfully designed journey blends iconic landmarks, immersive cultural experiences, and meaningful encounters with Jewish communities across the country.
*Travel insurance and health insurance are required for this journey.*
Please note that registration is currently closed and the trip is fully subscribed. We encourage you to register yourself to the waiting list by clicking here. Should a spot open up you will be contacted by a customer care representative in order to complete your registration.
Art & Culture 
Heritage 
Food Tasting Tour 
Cooking Workshop 
Local Specialists 
Nature Walks 
UNESCO Heritage Sites
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY
Mon. Oct 26, 2026
- Depart the US.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO TOKYO
Tue. Oct 27, 2026
- Arrive at Haneda Airport near Tokyo, where you will be met and transferred by private coach to your hotel.
- Visit Tokyo Skytree Tower for panoramic views across the city.
- Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine and its surrounding gardens.
- Experience the energy of Shibuya Crossing.
- Lunch on own.
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant with the Ambassador of Israel to Japan.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
FAITH AND TRADITIONS IN TOKYO
Wed. Oct 28, 2026
- Visit the Tsukiji Market district for a guided walking and tasting tour.
- Participate in a sushi-making seminar.
- Visit Asakusa and Sensō‑ji Temple.
- Explore Shinjuku Gyoen National Gardens.
- Free evening for dinner in the Shinjuku district.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4
MOUNT FUJI AND HAKONE
Thu. Oct 29, 2026
- Depart Tokyo by private coach toward Mount Fuji.
- Visit the Fifth Station of Mount Fuji.
- Picnic lunch.
- Ride the Hakone Ropeway cable car for scenic views.
- Return to Tokyo for a free evening.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5
CONTEMPORARY TOKYO AND SHABBAT
Fri. Oct 30, 2026
- Visit the teamLab Digital Art Museum.
- Explore the Ginza district.
- Lunch on own.
- Time for Shabbat preparations.
- Shabbat dinner and exclusive visit to the Jewish Community of Japan.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
SHABBAT IN TOKYO
Sat. Oct 31, 2026
- Late start for a relaxed Shabbat morning.
- Optional walk to the Imperial Palace Gardens.
- Lunch followed by a formal Japanese tea ceremony.
- Kimono dressing experience.
- Free evening.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7
HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA
Sun. Nov 1, 2026
- Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima.
- Visit Miyajima Island including the famous shrine and torii gates.
- Explore Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and the A-Bomb Dome.
- Lunch on own.
- Continue to Kyoto for overnight.
- Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8
KYOTO TRADITIONS
Mon. Nov 2, 2026
- Rickshaw ride through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
- Visit the Kyoto Imperial Palace.
- Walking and shopping through historic streets.
- Ramen lunch and rest at the hotel.
- Walk through Gion and attend a geisha performance with dinner.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9
SACRED KYOTO
Tue. Nov 3, 2026
- Visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine.
- Explore Tenryu-ji Temple and gardens.
- Visit the Yasaka Pagoda district.
- Free time to explore Kyoto.
- Free evening.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10
RETURN TO TOKYO
Wed. Nov 4, 2026
- Return to Tokyo by bullet train.
- Visit Aqua City Odaiba.
- Lunch with Chabad leadership (subject to confirmation).
- Boat tour of Tokyo Harbor and Rainbow Bridge.
- Visit Yoyogi Park if time permits.
- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11
DEPARTURE
Thu. Nov 5, 2026
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Late morning check out from the hotel.
- Free time for final shopping or reflection.
- Private transfer to Haneda Airport for departure.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast
RATES & LODGING
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participants
18+
Cost p/p in double room
$14,215
Cost p/p in single room
$17,440
Tokyo: Prince Park Tower Tokyo
- Nights: 5
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Kyoto: Hyatt Regency Kyoto
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Tokyo: Prince Park Tower Tokyo
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 9 nights' accommodations.
- 9 days of touring with a English-speaking licensed guide throughout, in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Private arrival transfer from the airport.
- Private departure transfer to the airport.
- Daily breakfast, 5 lunches & 5 dinners.
- Luggage transfer between hotels.
- Gratuities for guide, driver, and hotel staff are included.
- The J² adventures App available on the App Store & on Google Play (active 30 days before your departure and throughout your trip).
- Water on the bus.
- Porterage at the hotels.
- All site entrance fees & program fees as per your final program.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Credit card fees.
- Flights to & from Japan.
- Late check out on the day of departure is excluded.
- Evening transportation when dinner is not included.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Amendments to the program: In the event that any sites, programs or meals etc. are added to the program, an additional fee may be required.
- Personal extras: Items of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, beverages, coffee, tea, food other than the table d’hotel menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless otherwise specified.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge, border taxes, and visa fees when applicable.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Please review our terms & conditions (T&C’s) or request that we send you our full T&C’s. Until you do that, here is the small print, and other stuff you may want to know:
- Validity | All prices quoted are based on exchange rates as of the proposal date and are subject to change without notice. Rates are per person and are based on double occupancy room.
- How to Make a Reservation | The quickest way to make a reservation is to register online or contact us by email. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. A non-refundable deposit of $7,350 per person is required in order to complete the registration process.
- For any assistance with this registration process or other trip-related queries, please email Customer Care: [email protected].
- Payments | The balance of your payment is due 140 days before your trip begins, or as specified in your invoice. You will receive an email reminder 2 weeks before this date. Various payment options are available as follows:
- Credit card | We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please check with your credit card provider regarding international processing fees. We are unable to process payments of over $1,000 over the phone. Please submit payment online via a credit card or by wiring funds via your bank.
- Domestic bank wire transfer | Payment should be wired in the same currency that is listed on your invoice. Please add the name of your group or invoice number as a reference and forward a copy of the transfer receipt by email. The bank transfer should clearly state the beneficiary’s name on the wire transfer.
- J² Adventures reserves the right to automatically cancel your reservation on that date and it may be subject to reconfirmation should the final payment not be received.
- Cancelation Policy | All cancelations need to be made in writing. The cancelation fee depends on the date when we receive written notification of your request to cancel your booking. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.
- Cancelation fees | Cancelations made 140 or more days prior to departure incur the loss of the deposit. Cancelations made 139 days or less prior to the departure incur the loss of 100% of the full trip cost.
- Cancelation fees may also include: Hotel or supplier cancelation fees. J² Adventures reserves the right to adjust its terms of payment, including cancelation policies and initial deposits.
- Protect yourself from fraud by being cautious and vigilant when it comes to online theft. It is crucial to note that J² adventures will never send an email requesting you to transfer funds to a new account or to redirect a payment. We will never alter our account number or issue additional payment requests without first personally speaking to you and properly identifying ourselves. If you feel uncertain about any communication (scammers often impersonate legitimate companies via e-mail or by calling), halt and contact us directly through our toll-free number listed on our website to discuss any necessary payments. Refrain from responding to suspicious emails or clicking on links or attachments unless you are completely certain of their legitimacy. By following these guidelines and staying vigilant, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud.
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
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