Tokyo - Osaka
Twelve days from Tokyo neon to Koyasan temples and Osaka street food.
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U$1,650 / person
Just U$137.00 per day
Pay a U$280 deposit and spread the rest interest-free.
Balance due 60 days before departure.
Twelve days from Tokyo's neon to Osaka's street food, with the planning sorted for you. Sip sake, sing karaoke in Golden Gai and learn samurai skills in Kyoto. Sleep in a Buddhist temple on sacred Koyasan, walk its ancient cemetery by night and hear Hiroshima's story of resilience. Then roll your own sushi with the crew. Japan, done properly, with friends for life.
5 Experience Types · 1 Intentional Journey
Local Lens
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Direct connections with local culture, traditions, and communities. Cooking with families, exploring neighbourhoods with locals, and participating in generational cultural practices.
Rise Up
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Intentional challenges in supportive settings. Summit hikes, independent navigation, and experiences that push your limits.
Bucket List
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World-famous landmarks, extraordinary landscapes, and universally recognised destinations that inspire travel aspirations.
Tru-ly Unique
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The moments you won’t get anywhere else! These experiences are exclusive to Tru trips and really are something special!
Unplugged
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Intentional slowness, presence, and tech-free moments in nature or group settings enable reflection and authentic connection.
Welcome to Tokyo. It's even better than the photos, right? Head to the hostel, check in and meet your Local Legend, then get out exploring if the jet lag allows. This evening we meet for a welcome dinner to get to know each other before our first night out in the city.
We start with a walking tour to get our bearings, beginning at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, then on to Akihabara, the neon electric town. Next up, sake tasting: we sample Japan's iconic rice wine and learn its history. As night falls, we dive into the bright lights and buzzing energy of Shinjuku. What a first full day.
Our last full day in Tokyo. We walk through the forest to the Meiji Shrine and take in Yoyogi Park, then hit Harajuku and Takeshita-Dori, the heart of Tokyo's street fashion. In the evening we grab yakitori in Omoide Yokocho, a single alley of tiny grills, then hit Golden Gai's bars. Karaoke is very much on the cards.
Time for a slower pace. It's a long travel day to Hakone via Odawara, home to a beautiful castle, but it's so worth it. Once we arrive, we ride the ropeway cable car, hoping for a glimpse of Mount Fuji, then board a pirate ship for a sightseeing cruise across Lake Ashi.
Up early to travel to Kyoto. This afternoon we slow right down for a traditional tea ceremony, Japanese culture at its most immersive. Then we wander Ninenzaka, an old-town shopping street surrounded by temples, pagodas and statues. We finish at Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of orange torii gates wind up the mountain. Cameras ready.
This morning we head straight to the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, where towering stalks sway above you. Grab that shot. Later, we visit Kinkaku-ji, the shimmering Golden Pavilion, before stepping into the world of the samurai to learn their traditional techniques and skills. A properly epic Kyoto day.
Grab your matcha, we're off to Koyasan, the most sacred place for Shingon Buddhists. After some free time we walk Okuno-in, Japan's oldest cemetery. In the evening we see the Konpon Daito Pagoda and Daimon Gate lit up, then settle in for dinner and our temple stay, including a session with a monk on modern life and mindfulness.
We wake early to join the monks' morning fire ceremony as they recite their daily sutra. Then we hit the road to Hiroshima. We start at the Peace Museum to understand the city's story since the 1945 atomic bombing, then take an orientation walk downtown to the Genbaku Dome. Tonight: Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki.
A free day in Hiroshima, all yours. Explore more of the city's highlights, including the Peace Memorial Park, browse the shops or find a quiet corner in one of the city's many parks for a peaceful escape. Take it slow, wander with new friends or go solo. After a full week, the freedom feels good.
Travel day to Osaka, finishing on a local train through the mountains of Wakayama. Once we arrive, we visit Osaka Castle, which looks straight out of a fairy tale. After some free time, we hit Dotonbori for the food mission: incredible street food, bright neon signs and retro vibes. The perfect backdrop for a great night out.
Up early and back into Osaka. After days of incredible sushi, it's time to make our own: we slice, roll and then eat our creations for lunch. With full bellies we spend the afternoon sightseeing and soaking up every last moment. Then one last group dinner together. It's going to be emotional.
Twelve days have flown by. That's what happens when you're having the time of your life in Japan. Whether you're heading home or carrying on exploring, your Local Legend will help with your onward travel and point you in the right direction. You arrived as strangers, you're leaving as a crew. See you next time.
Welcome to Japan! Tokyo is our first stop, and we have a fabulous hostel lined up for you. It's easy to get to from the airport, and it's near all sorts of great things! There are cool shops, sushi and plenty of other things to get you started on your Japanese Adventure.
This town is in the mountains, and it's famous for its stunning views over Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. Here, we will discover the beautiful nature of Japan and, of course, get some epic photos along the way.
Welcome to Kyoto! It's so beautiful here! Get a good night's sleep, and then we'll explore the Kinkaku-Ji Golden Temple and the famous Bamboo Forest!
It's time for Hiroshima! Here we're staying at another great hostel, with amazing staff and a perfect location, we'll feel right at home here :)
Osaka is up next, and we have another hostel to relax in at night! We'll need a good night's sleep because we've got a big few days ahead. We'll drop our bags off at the hostel and head out to explore!
The trip starts in Tokyo and finishes in Osaka.
You can fly into either Haneda International Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
There are many options, as Japan’s public transport is frequent. You can jump on a bus from the airport, take the monorail or jump in a taxi! The hostel is around 40 minutes from Haneda Airport and 1 hour and 15 minutes from Narita Airport.
The closest airport to the end destination is Kansai International Airport (KIX).
The accommodation on this trip is shared mixed-sex dorms.
You can book pre-nights, airport transfers and other extras at the time of booking or up to 7 days before the tour starts.
These can be booked:
-Through your online account area
-Through our sales team, you can contact them at info@trutravels.com
Yep! You will never lose your money. You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.
Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.
Our Essentials trips are exclusively built for travellers aged 18-29! Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone - happy browsing!
Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!
Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.
You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour. There are no scheduled activities during Day 1 on our tours but there will be a welcome meal with the group at around 5 pm. During this first evening, your guide will give you a run-down on the trip, you'll get to meet all the group and of course, you'll do some icebreakers to get to know each other a bit better! For more information on your arrival day contact the team at info@trutravels.com.
Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others.
No! Whether you love a sunset beer or prefer an early night in order to make the most out of every day, or even a bit of both, it's up to you how you spend your time on tour! Our guides are always on hand to suggest a range of evening activities on tour. From night markets to rooftop bars, fire shows and local cultural experiences, there's a huge variety of options! There's no pressure, ever - it's your adventure after all!
You’re welcome to arrive at any time on Day 1 of the tour. Hotel/hostel check-in is usually from around 2 pm, so most people tend to plan their arrival for around this time. However, if you’d like to arrive a little earlier, we can also help arrange pre-nights at the starting accommodation.
There are no planned activities during the day on Day 1, giving everyone plenty of time to arrive, check in and settle in before the tour officially begins. In the evening, the group will usually head out for a welcome dinner at around 7 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet your group leader and fellow travellers. Your guide will also give you a quick overview of the trip and help break the ice, so everyone can get to know each other before the adventure begins!
Yes! If you are more than 60 days out from your tour you can change the date of your tour once. You can also switch to another tour which is the same value or more.
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Welcome to Japan! Tokyo is our first stop, and we have a fabulous hostel lined up for you. It's easy to get to from the airport, and it's near all sorts of great things! There are cool shops, sushi and plenty of other things to get you started on your Japanese Adventure.
This town is in the mountains, and it's famous for its stunning views over Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. Here, we will discover the beautiful nature of Japan and, of course, get some epic photos along the way.
Welcome to Kyoto! It's so beautiful here! Get a good night's sleep, and then we'll explore the Kinkaku-Ji Golden Temple and the famous Bamboo Forest!
It's time for Hiroshima! Here we're staying at another great hostel, with amazing staff and a perfect location, we'll feel right at home here :)
Osaka is up next, and we have another hostel to relax in at night! We'll need a good night's sleep because we've got a big few days ahead. We'll drop our bags off at the hostel and head out to explore!
Deposit U$280.00. Free date change up to 60 days before departure
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