KII PENINSULA, SMALL TOWN TOUR
Compare the tastes of the three major wagyu beef
Nov. 9 ~ 20 (10 nights, 12 days)

Date	Place and Hotel ♨=onsen	Activity	B	L	D
Nov. 9 (Sat.)		Depart Honolulu to Kansai airport.
10 (Sun.)	KANSAI AIRPORT HOTEL NIKKO	After arrive at Kansai airport, then go to the hotel walking distance connected to the airport terminal.
11 (Mon.)	WAKAYAMA MERCURE HOTEL♨	From the hotel we head to Mt. Koya. We ride a sightseeing train “Tenku" from Hashimoto Station to Gokurakubashi station, then transfer to a cable car to get to Mt. Koya station. We visit Okunoin, it is the site of the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi the founder of Shingon Buddhism and one of the most revered person in the religious history of Japan. Instead of having died, Kobo Daishi is believed to rest in eternal meditation as he awaits Miroku Nyorai (the Buddha of the Future), and provides relief to those who ask for salvation in the meantime. Okunoin is one of the most sacred places in Japan and a popular pilgrimage spot. After lunch we if the weather is good, we go to Katsuragi town, which is famous for producing persimmons, to see the persimmon curtains (making dried persimmon). Then we go to the hotel.	×	×	×
12 (Tue.)	KUSHIMOTO MERCURE HOTEL♨	From the hotel we go to Minabe town, known as Japan’s No. 1 producer of Umeboshi (Japanese seasoned plum). Visit a plum factory where you can sample and purchase. Then we go to Adventure World where we can see pandas and many other animals. You can also enjoy a drive-thru tour within the Safari Park section. Lunch is your choice at the Tore Tore Market (own pay). After lunch we go to see Hashikui-Iwa, pointed rocks formed naturally in a line halfway from the coastline toward the other side island. There is a legend between Kobo Daishi and the demons related to this Hashikui-Iwa. Then we go to the hotel.	×		×
13 (Wed.)	ISE-SHIMA MERCURE HOTEL ♨	From the hotel we go to Kumano Kodo Daimonzaka, the mossy stone steps surrounded by cedar grove from the entrance of Daimonzaka has a perfect atmosphere of Kumano Kodo. Then we visit Nachi Taisha and to see Nachi Waterfall, the highest sacred waterfall in Japan. Lunch is your choice at the Katsuura Fish Market (own pay). After lunch we visit the sea turtle aquarium in Kiho Town, where sea turtles come to lay eggs. Then we go to the hotel.	×		×
14 (Thu.)	MIE HOTEL NAGASHIMA ♨	From the hotel we visit Ise Jingu, an important shrine related to the Japan emperor’s family. On the outside of the shrine, we can enjoy shopping at Okage-yokocho, there is a traditional old Japan atmosphere shopping area lined with shops and eating places. Let's eat Ise's famous Akafuku Mochi. Lunch is Matsuzaka beef Yakiniku-Don. After lunch, we head to Iga City, known for its ninja village. We visit Ninja Museum of Igaryu. Next go to Shigaraki town, known for its pottery town. A lot of tanuki pottery is waiting for us. Then we go to the hotel. After sunset we visit Nabana no Sato Winter Illumination. Enjoy the Spectacular Light Displays in Japan.	×	×	×
15(Fri.)	TAKAYAMA GREEN HOTEL♨	From the hotel we visit the Inuyama Castle, was initially constructed in 1537, and its donjon is one of Japan's oldest extant. It is one of only twelve original castles left in Japan. After sightseeing the castle, we visit Inuyama Castle Town. Many traditional old townhouses and mansions can be seen along the streets. Enjoy shopping. Next go to Gujo-Hachiman Town, famous city for their dance and food sample making. Visit Hakurankan Museum and watch the Gujo Odori demonstration that they have every day. Staffs in yukata introduce simply the contents and the secret stories of about 10 types of dances. Then visit & look at a Food replica workshop and also experience making a smartphone stand. Lunch is Hida beef sukiyaki, a sukiyaki pot that’s set per person. After lunch we go to Takayama, look around and walk the Sannomachi Street, a preserved old town called “Little Kyoto” of Japan’s Gifu region. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×	×
16 (Sat.)	KANAZAWA KOKUSAI HOTEL	From the hotel we go to Takayama Morning Market, a daily market near the river with stalls selling vegetables, fruits & other local farm products. Then we go to Shirakawago, a small traditional village famous for a building style known as gassho-zukuri. It is one of UNESCO'S World Heritage Sites. And we go to Gokayama village (One of 31 Japan’s most beautiful places selected by CNN). It is also famous for the gassho-zukuri houses on a small scale compared to Shirakawa-go but with less tourists you can enjoy the country-side sceneries leisurely. After lunch we go to the hotel in Kanazawa.	×	×	×
17 (Sun.)	TSURUGA HOTEL GRANBINARIO	In the morning sightseeing within Kanazawa city. We visit Ninja-dera (Myoryuji temple), a temple equipped with secret doors and traps built by Maeda lords during the Edo period. Then we visit Kenrokuen, one of three Japan’s most beautiful gardens. Next visit the Higashi Chaya District, a traditional neighborhood with teahouse where geisha performed & with shops selling gold-leaf crafts and souvenirs. Lunch is your choice at the Omicho Market (own pay), a fresh food market since the Edo period with stalls & shops for food, fresh fish & seafoods, fruits, etc. It is often called the “Kanazawa Kitchen”. After lunch we go to the hotel in Tsuruga.	×		×
18 (Mon.)	MIYAZU MERCURE HOTEL ♨	From the hotel go to see the view of the Mikata Goko (Five lakes of Mikata), they are a series of brackish and freshwater lakes. Then we go to take a Sotomo cruise ship tour, we can see a dynamic landscape view of the rough seas. (One of 31 Japan’s most beautiful places selected by CNN). After lunch we go to Obama city famous for their style of Japanese lacquer chopsticks. Experience making your own design on your chopstick to keep. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×	×
19(Tue.)	KOBE CROWN PALAIS HOTEL	From the hotel we go to Amanohashidate, one of three Japan’s best scenic views. It is a natural-made sand bar covered with many pine trees. View it from top of view land, bend down and look between your legs. Next go to see Kaisen Bridge, this unusual bridge turns 90 degrees when ships pass through the waterway. Then we go to Tango Chirimen History Ｍuseum. We experience making silk coasters. After lunch we visit Obachan no Sato at Tanba city which is famous for black beans and Azuki beans. After enjoy shopping for local souvenirs, eat a Zenzai dessert made with local azuki beans.we go to the hotel in Kobe. After check-in hotel then you can enjoy shopping at places like Aeon Mall, Daiso, Uniqlo, etc. near the hotel.	×	×
20 (Wed.)		Leaving the hotel at 11:00. We go to the Kobe steak restaurant for lunch. After lunch visit the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. The museum introduces Japan’s culture of wood and craftmanship and the specialized tools used in traditional architecture. Anyone with even a casual interest in Japanese architecture and woodworking traditions will find this museum fascinating. Next, visit to the Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery Museum. Kiku-Masamune was founded in 1659 and boasts a history of over 350 years. Also popular among tourists are tasting of namazake, freshly pressed sake and daiginjo-flavored soft ice cream. Then we go to Kansai airport for your departure flight to Honolulu.	×	×

HOTELS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO SAME OR BETTER CLASS
DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS SITUATION THE TOUR COURSE MAY CHANGE

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