Travel Date : From 22 November , 2023 To 23 October , 2024

8D6N TOHOKU WASHOKU


Itinerary

1 - Kuala Lumpur - Narita

Assemble at airport for departure flight to Japan.

2 - Narita -77km- Haneda - Aomori

Board a domestic flight to Aomori Airport.

● Hirosaki Castle: The castle is now listed as Important Cultural Properties of Japan. Thousands of cherry trees planted around the castle grounds, making it one of Japan's most spectacular cherry blossom spot. In autumn, the castle grounds are filled with colorful red and yellow leaves.

3 - Aomori -185km- Iwate

● Nebuta Village: Famous tourist spot where you can experience Hirosaki Nebuta Festival. The fan-shaped Nebuta actually used in the festival are exhibited for viewing. You can also try the taiko (Japanese drums) along with the Nebuta musicians.


EXCLUSIVE ARRANGEMENT BY APPLE
JAPAN'S NO.1 FUJI APPLE FACTORY - Aomori boasts the highest production of apples in Japan and its greatest production of the Fuji apples. Explore and compare various types of apples. Learn how Fuji apples are cultivated, grown, carefully picked, and stored.

AUTUMN ARRANGEMENT: APPLE PARK (15 SEP - 30 NOV)
Experience freshly picked Aomori apples during harvesting season from September to November at the VIP zone in the farm and everyone can get a free apple pie or apple juice.

SEASONAL ARRANGEMENT
Oirase Stream (APR - NOV)- Picturesque mountain stream in Aomori Prefecture that is one of Japan's most famous and popular autumn foliage destinations. The stream flows along the floor of the Oirase Gorge, winding among trees which turn brilliant shades of red, yellow and orange in autumn. Over a dozen waterfalls cascade down into the stream all along its length from the walls of the gorge.


Lake Towada (APR - NOV) - Beautiful reflections of the sky and mountains on the clear blue water of the largest crater lake in Honshu. It is famous for its picturesque scenery and the mysterious beauty of the lake.


Famous Ski Resort (DEC - MAR)
Overnight at one of the best ski resorts in Iwate and enjoy skiing fun. (Ski equipment and activities at own expenses)

4 - Iwate -108km- Miyagi

● Fujiwara Heritage Park: A theme park built according to the Heian period. Experience putting on Japanese Samurai Armor and take memorable photos!
● Geibikei: Admire the sight of an evocative scene created from jaw-dropping rocks on a tranquil cruise by boat.


WINTER ARRANGEMENT
Cruise + Lunch (01 DEC - 28 FEB): Savour Japanese Cuisine on a boat with a warming Kotatsu while enjoy winter scenery. (Cruise activity subject to weather conditions.)

5 - Miyagi -70km- Sendai

Kesennuma - Kesennuma is one of Tohoku's biggest fishing ports, and its seafood firms have been key players in the local economy. It is one of the country's largest bonito and swordfish processors.


EXCLUSIVE ARRANGEMENT BY APPLE
OYSTER TOUR + TASTING: Explore the oyster farm and learn how they raise oysters here. Cruise out to the sea and taste one fresh raw oyster! Upon returning to the oyster house, savor delicious steamed oysters. (Cruise activity subject to weather conditions)

● Branded Factory Outlet: Besides international brand, you can find local Japanese brand as well. From time to time, there will be added value promotions!
● Ichibancho Street: This district is famous among the citizens of Sendai. Izakaya (Japanese pub), coffee shops, fruits stores are available here.

6 - Sendai -70km- Miyagi -109km- Yamagata

● Zuiganji Temple: The official name of Zuiganji is "Matsushima Seiryuzan Zuigan Enfukuzenji". The existing main hall, Onari entrance, warehouse and corridor are designated as national treasures. Zuiganji has multiple styles of architecture, considered to be a multi-cultural work of art.
● Godaido Hall: A small temple hall built on the coast of Matsushima which is connected to the mainland by a short wooden pedestrian bridge. Due to its prominent location, it has become a symbol of Matsushima.
● Matsushima Cruise: Enjoy a boat cruise around Matsushima, famous for its tranquil and picturesque bay with 260 tiny islands. Ranked as Japan's top three scenic views for centuries.
● Mt. Zao: Take a cable car to Zao Jizo Sancho Station at the summit of Mt. Zao. Skiers and tourists use these lines to enjoy a bird’s eye view of Mt. Zao. (Subject to weather conditions; this itinerary shall be forgo in the event of unforeseen circumstances)


SPRING ARRANGEMENT
Zao Eco-Line (20 APR - 15 MAY) - Spring Wonder: Snow Corridor - The snow wall is located on both sides of the road and has a maximum snow height of 9 meters. Visit this corridor is a major feature of spring.


WINTER ARRANGEMENT
SNOW MONSTER (20 JAN - 10 MAR) - Enjoy famous frost-covered trees in winter or better known as Snow Monsters. (Subject to weather conditions; this itinerary shall be forgo in the event of unforeseen circumstances)

7 - Yamagata -109km- Miyagi -109km- Yamagata  Haneda -77km- Narita

● Enjoy fruit picking activities in a local fruit farm. (Subject to fruit seasonality. Autumn special arrangement; apple picking at Apple Park.)
● Zao Fox Village: Encounter Japan's largest fox-themed zoo with hundreds of fox of several species.
● Ginzan Onsen Street: Visit a hot spring town located along the Ginzan river. Enjoy strolling through one of Japan’s prettiest onsen town lined with three and four storey wooden inns. This place was featured in NHK’s TV series “Oshin”.

Board domestic flight from Yamagata to Haneda, stay one night in Narita Airport Hotel.

8 - Narita - Kuala Lumpur

Proceed to airport for your flight back home.


Price List


Package Remarks

    8D6N TOHOKU WASHOKU – from RM9,999

    Departure Dates (2024):
    Apr 15, 17 & 19 Spring Season
    May 26 – Spring Season
    Oct 23 – autumn Season

    Flight by: Japan Airlines

     

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Inclusive

    EXPERIENCE : Island tour - Matsushima Cruise | Oyster harvesting cruise - Oyster Harvesting Tour + Fresh Oyster Tasting | Pick and eat - Fruits picking | Local specialties - Onsen

    ATTRACTIONS : Wonders of nature - Geibikei | Taisho period romance - Ginzan Onsen Street | Snow monster - Zao Frost Covered Trees (20 Jan - 10 Mar) | Explore the wild - Zao Fox Village

    LEISURE : Sendai's shopping district - Ichibancho Street

    GOURMET : Japanese Cuisine + Beef Tongue | Japanese Kaiseki Cuisine + Dancing Abalone | Steam Oysters + Kesennuma Fish Fin Don | Hotate Kamameshi Cuisine |Yonezawa Wagyu Cuisine

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