Japan Intensive: Kobe, Takamatsu & Tokyo

Famous for the beef that bears its name, the port city of Kobe is also a short bullet train ride from Kyoto, the ancient capital renowned for countless temples, shrines and castles of shoguns and emperors.

Famous for the beef that bears its name, the port city of Kobe is also a short bullet train ride from Kyoto, the ancient capital renowned for countless temples, shrines and castles of shoguns and emperors.

With the Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima honors its tragic past as the first-ever target of an atomic bomb, but it has since become a vibrant city, filled with shops, restaurants and the beauty of Miyajima.

Essential for any visit to Nagasaki are the peace monuments, located on the site where the second atom bomb exploded in 1945, followed by a visit to a Buddhist temple or the Oura Roman Catholic Church.

With its many geothermal springs, Kagoshima has long been a popular destination, while Chiran and its street of meticulously preserved Samurai houses and manicured gardens offers a rare taste of old Japan.

On the Seto Inland Sea, looking out over the Sanuki mountain range, sits the old castle town of Takamatsu, where you can explore ruins, teahouses, water moats and a vibrant new waterfront and restaurants.

Nagoya is a vibrant city located in the Chubu region of Japan. Its blend of modernity, tradition, and industry make it a dynamic and interesting city to explore.

As the largest metropolitan area in the world, Tokyo is an exciting city where a seemingly unlimited choice of shops, restaurants and museums sit in contrast with an array of temples, shrines and gardens.