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Audley in Central Japan
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The majority of our trips are based in
central Japan, as all the major sights can be
easily accessed and travelling around them is
relatively straight-forward. To help you get
the best out of your time in central Japan we
plan your trip to match your interests and
can combine the well-known highlights of the
region with more unusual experiences such
as taking part in a tea ceremony with the
ladies of the Women’s Association of Kyoto.
In most instances exploration is under your
own steam but we provide detailed notes
to assist you in your travels.
1 Tokyo
Delve into the hustle and
bustle of Japan’s energetic
and contrasting capital city,
from smoky temples to
towering skyscrapers.
2 Kyoto’s heritage
Search out ancient temples,
peaceful gardens and
elusive geisha.
3 Miyajima Island
See the sun go down over
the iconic ‘floating’ torii gate.
The Japan Alps
4 Japan Alps
Take in fresh mountain air and
the region’s river, valley and
mountain scenery.
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Tsumago
7 Mount Koya
Take the funicular railway up
to Mount Koya for some Zen
contemplation.
8 Nikko
The UNESCO World Heritage
Site has spectacular temple and
lakeside scenery.
9 Kanazawa
Home to Kenrokuen Garden,
one of the finest examples of
landscaped gardens in Japan.
Where private guiding is an option we
choose from a small group of excellent
national and local guides, many of whom
have escorted the Japan team members
on tours around Tokyo and Kyoto on
research trips.
Accommodation
Accommodation in this part of Japan is
mixed, from western-style business hotels
through to charming family-run inns, and we
pride ourselves on being able to recommend
a variety of types of hand-picked
accommodation during your stay.
For a slice of bygone Japan, visit
this quiet village in the unspoilt
Kiso Valley.
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Yudanaka Onsen
Kyoto Temple at dusk
Observe the playful snow
monkeys bathing in the hot
spring waters.
Snow monkey, Yudanaka
Duncan and Izumi Flett, local Kyoto guides
Find out more
For suggested itineraries and practical
information about travel in central Japan,
please see page 18-19.
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Interactive maps and features,
further suggested itineraries,
accommodation, climate information
and articles written by our specialists.
Discuss your plans with our Japan
specialists 01993 838 210
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