HOKKAIDO, TOHOKU TRAIN TOUR with Eki-ben
Oct. 24 ~ Nov. 4 (10 nights, 12 days)

Date	Place and Hotel ♨=onsen	Activity	B	L	D
Oct. 24 (Sat.)		Depart Honolulu to Shin-Chitose.
25 (Sun.)	CHITOSE AIR TERMINAL HOTEL	After arriving at Shin-Chitose airport, then we go to the hotel in the airport terminal.
26 (Mon.)	CHITOSE AIR TERMINAL HOTEL	Sightseeing within Sapporo area by car (van or bus). After leaving the the hotel we go to see Hakusen Waterfalls, was named “Hakusen no taki” (white fan fall) because of its graceful shape like a white fan spread open. Next go to see Buddha statue is known as the symbol of Makomanai Takino Cemetery. The recently created Hill of the Buddha, with the Atama Daibutsu at the center for worship, was created by world-famous architect Tadao Ando. Lunch is a crab cuisine at Kaniya Restaurant in Susukino. Then we go to the visit the Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium. We take a lift to the top of the mountain for spectacular views of downtown Sapporo. After lunch we visit Chitose Salmon Aquarium, we can see salmon returning to their hometown to lay their eggs in the river from underwater observation room in September to October. After that we go back to same hotel.	×	×
27 (Tue.)	HAKODATE LAGENT HOTEL♨	From Chitose station we ride a limited express Hokuto and go to the Onuma Park station. Lunch is Hokkaido famous eki-ben Temari Sushi. Then we go to Onuma Park, the autumn colors scenery is nice. Enjoy a sightseeing boat ride around the small islands. Next ride a car (van or bus) and we go to Goryokaku, it is a western-style fort completed almost 150 years ago, designated in Japan as a special historic site. Afterwards, we ride a rickshaw and explore the red brick warehouse area of Hakodate. Then we go to the hotel, in the evening drive up to Mt.Hakodate and see the night view.	×	×
28 (Wed.)	AOMORI DAIWA ROYNET	In the morning, we go to Hakodate Morning Market. Enjoy shopping and browsing at the market and be sure to check out the live crabs and shellfish in their massive tanks. Then from Hakodate station riding the H5 series Hokkaido shinkansen go to Aomori station. On the way, we go through the Seikan tunnel, world’s longest undersea tunnel. After we arrive at Aomori station, we visit Frukawa Fish market. Lunch is Nokke Don. We can buy a bowl of rice and wander around the market to find shrimps, sea urchin, salmon roe… your favourite ingredients to make your own Nokke Don. After lunch we visit Wa Rasse Nebuta Museum. The museum is about the Nebuta festival which is held annually in early August. It captures the spirit of the festival and gives visitors a taste of it's lively atmosphere, tradition and history. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×
29 (Thu.)	AOMORI DAIWA ROYNET	Sightseeing within Aomori area by car (van or bus). We go to through the Oirase Gorge where the autumn leaves are beautiful. After lunch we enjoy excursion boat on Lake Towada, beautiful during autumn season. Then we go to Jogakura Bridge, it is Japan’s longest arched bridge. The fall foliage here is a perfect view. Next enjoy apple-picking. Then we return to the same hotel.	×	×
30 (Fri.)	AKITA RICHMOND HOTEL	From Aomori station, we ride one of the most beautiful train rides in Japan, the Resort Shirakami train. Travels between Aomori and Akita, following the scenic coastline of northern Tohoku. Watch the Tsugaru shamisen playing in the train. Lunch is famous eki-ben Hitokuchidarake, used plenty of popular dishes and ingredients from Aomori prefecture. After we arrived at Akita station, we visit a Citizen’s Open Space Market where you'll find Akita food items, misc. goods, souvenirs all in one place. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×
31 (Sat.)	AKITA RICHMOND HOTEL	Sightseeing within Akita area by car (van or bus). In Oga peninsula we visit a Namahage Museum. Namahage is known throughout the country as a folk event. Why this custom was born and rooted in Oga, many questions still remain. The museum is where you can experience all of the mysteries and the history of such history. Then we go to Mt. Kanpuzan, the panoramic vista from the top of the mountain is truly spectacular, as there is nothing to obstruct the views. After lunch we visit Michi no Eki Ogare, a roadside station. We can see the Akita dogs. Next go to Neburi Nagashikan (Akita Traditional Folk Museum). It has displays & description about their Kanto festival which they have in August. Then we return to the same hotel.	×	×
Nov. 1 (Sun.)	SAKATA TSUKI NO HOTEL	From Akita station we ride a limited express Inaho and go to Sakata station. Lunch is Akita famous eki-ben Iitokodori (Chicken) bento. After we arrived at the Sakata station, we visit Sankyo Soko Storehouse which was used to store rice from the late 19th century. Then we go to Kaikoji temple, is the only temple in Japan which enshrines two of Sokushinbutsu (self-mummified monks). Next visit Somaro, a ryotei (luxurious traditional restaurant) from the Edo period and watch a maiko dance performance. After the performance you can take photo together with the maiko. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×
2 (Mon.)	NIIGATA ART HOTEL	From the hotel we go on a Mogami river boat ride, the autumn colors leaves are beautiful. Then we go to Sakata station we ride a limited express Inaho and go to the Niigata station. Lunch is eki-ben (Sorry. Not decided yet). On the way, we will enjoy the scenery of Sasagawa Nagare, a scenic spot on the Sea of ​​Japan, from the train window. After we arrived at Niigata station, we visit the Ponshukan, is a sake “theme park” where you can sample leading local sake brands, purchase sake-related goods. Then we go to the hotel.	×	×
3(Tue.)	NIIGATA ART HOTEL	Sightseeing within Niigata area by car (van or bus). From the hotel we go to Tsubame-Sanjo, famous as a production town. We visit Tsubame Industrial Materials Museum. We can experience to make Cup tsuchime hammering, using a hammer to add elegant tsuchime dimpling to the surface of a provided copper cup. Then we go to TSUBAMESANJO Regional Products Center. Our big sales floor features nearly 10,000 unique items including kitchen utensils, pots, and tools in addition to locally made metal works. After lunch we visit Niigata Furusato Village, there is Niigata pref.’s history, specialty goods, souvenirs, local foods, etc. to enjoy. After shopping we visit the Snow Country Experience Corner where visitors can experience snow throughout the year. Next go to Senbei Kingdom, is a rice cracker theme park located on the grounds of the factory, where visitors can enjoy hands-on activities. Enjoy the experience of baking large Senbei. Then we return to the same hotel.	×	×
4 (Wed.)		From Niigata station we ride the E7 series shinkansen & go to Ueno station.  After we arrived at the Ueno station, we go to Akihabara to visit Maid Café. These cafes, themed around the concept of maids attending to their guests offer a slice of an otaku culture that's both intriguing and endearing. For lunch, we have the maid cafe classic omelet rice. After lunch we visit the teamLab Planets, for the new generation combining digital art and the beauty of nature. *teamLab Planets opened new area on 2025. Then we go to Haneda airport for your departure flight to Honolulu.	×	×

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

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