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Himeji - Matsue - Takamatsu - Naoshima - Osaka - Nara - Kyoto - Mt Fuji - Hakone - Tokyo
Tour the Gardens of Japan to see some of the most peaceful, heavenly, and meticulous landscapes that have ever been cultivated. Centuries of landscaping philosophy and respect for nature give Japan's various gardens a deep and spiritual atmosphere, at once lovely, subtle, and poetic in every glimpse. If viewing such nature scenes is a meaningful, enjoyable, or spiritual experience for you, a tour of Japan's gardens is an absolute must. These itineraries have been paired with Art and Ar... View More
Tour the Gardens of Japan to see some of the most
peaceful, heavenly, and meticulous landscapes that
have
ever been cultivated. Centuries of landscaping
philosophy and respect for nature give Japan's various
gardens a deep and spiritual atmosphere, at once
lovely,
subtle, and poetic in every glimpse. If viewing such
nature scenes is a meaningful, enjoyable, or spiritual
experience for you, a tour of Japan's gardens is an
absolute must. These itineraries have been paired with
Art and Architecture sightseeing tours for guests looking
to admire Japan's cultural masterpieces. These tours
are
specially geared to take advantage of Japan's most
vibrant seasonal events: spring cherry blossoms and
autumn colored leaves.
Your journey through Japan's best garden spots will be
facilitated by an English-speaking, government certified
guide with over 10 years of experience. Having studied
under the NHK Kyoto garden program, your
knowledgeable and friendly guide will bring a
specialized
expertise to your tour. Additionally, the tour includes
meeting an insightful tour with a professional Japanese
garden builder and designer in Kyoto, who will be
available to answer your questions about Japanese
landscape gardening and maintenance, as well as take
you to some of the city's finest gardens.
Walk in tranquil wonder as you tour Japan's gardens
starting in Osaka and ending in Tokyo, passing through
Himeji, Matsue, Naoshima Island, Bizen, Takamatsu,
Kyoto, Nara, Mount Fuji, and Hakone. The parks and
gardens that await your discovery include temple
gardens in Kyoto and Nara, Kokoen garden near Himeji
Castle, Adachi Museum and Garden, Isuien Garden,
Yushien Garden, as well as some private gardens off
the
beaten path.
During the spring Garden and Art Tour, travel to see the
delicate beauty of Japanese cherry blossoms, and stay
to discover art museums designed by Tadao Ando on
Naoshima Art Island. Explore the Imbe Pottery Village of
Bizen, see a demonstration of Japanese Sword forging
techniques at Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum,
and browse the fresh seafood at Mana Fish Market. In
our autumn Garden, Art, and Architecture Tour, enjoy the
bright colors of the fall foliage in Takamatsu's Ritsurin
Garden as well as enjoying Walking Architecture Tours
in
Osaka, Omotesando, and Ginza.
Browse the itineraries below for more detailed
information on our Japan Garden Tours.