Despite getting influenced by other countries throughout time, Japan is known for being a world of its own with it’s on culture and traditions and incredible futuristic progression. The things you can do there are endless! Just to name a few in this trip you’ll get to go to universal studios, museums and historical places and get to encounter experiences like tea ceremonies and homestays with a Japanese family to get the full Japanese experience.

Depending on the city you are going to, April in Japan will have different weather. Japan’s overall April temperature ranges from 8 ° to 22°C. In general, in cities like Osaka, Tokyo and Kyoto, the temperature stays around 17°C, with sunny afternoons and a chance of some rainfall in some days. Definitely a good idea to pack a light rain jacket!

Depending on your nationality, you will most probably have to apply for a Visa for Japan, it’s recommended to apply one to one month and a half prior to the trip date.

• Bahraini Nationals Require a Visa

https://www.bh.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/visttingjapan.html

• Saudi Nationals Require an E-Visa only

https://www.ksa.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000128.html

• Any other nationality, we will be more than happy to help you with the requirements.

You’d be surprised on how many people register without knowing anyone on the trip! It’s a perfect way to build new networks that can turn into lifetime friendships!
The default is double occupancy, so you will be sharing a room with someone else. If you prefer not to, we can’t promise the availability of single occupancy as it depends on the destination, but make sure to notify the team of your preference!

Yes, we do try to accommodate any dietary restrictions that you might have. Just make sure you let the guide know in advance! Keep in mind that while Japan might have some Halal restaurants in some areas, most people we know enjoy seafood and some vegetarian meals throughout the trip.

We always say that Japan has something for everyone. Whatever your preferences are when you travel, we know that you will somehow find it!

Japan is beautiful all year round, but we are sure you have heard of the infamous Sakura season. With blush pink cherry blossoms across all the beautiful towns, cities, and gardens that we will be visiting, you will undoubtedly never forget the landscapes.

A way to bring out the explorer in you, Japan is all about new discoveries about its own diverse cultures and interacting more with the people in different cities.

Nope! This trip doesn’t require a high fitness level but it’s always a plus as you will be spending most of your day walking at least 15,000 steps and commuting from one city to another.

A packing list will be sent once you confirm your registration and will include the type of attire you need for the activities.
The early mornings and evenings usually are a bit chilly, so be sure to pack some light sweaters or jackets and an umbrella or a rain coat. Another thing to keep in mind is that most of the people dress very modestly and are a bit conservative.

Halal food is available but not everywhere, that shouldn’t be an issue though as the must try dishes are seafood or vegetarian dishes, so get ready to indulge in countless authentic sushi and ramen dishes!

70 USD per day is ideal for your lunch and dinner expenses. But if you’re a coffee addict or planning to do some shopping here and there we recommend to get a bit more!
ATMS are available in town if you need any extra cash and most places accept credit cards. If you are an iPhone user, they do have other payment methods within their wallet.

Are you as excited as we are for Universal Studios? Don’t forget to cater for the roller coaster rides!
We will be providing the entry – Studio Pass – for Universal Studios. Whilst you can access all the rides in the park with a regular Studio Pass, you’re likely to be doing a good amount of queuing.
The best option is to acquire a Fast Track or Express Pass once we advise you on the exact date of Universal Studio visit. This will be an additional cost and will depend on which rides you are interested in. This will guarantee that you skip the queues significantly.
You can find more details on the website https://www.usjticketing.com/ , but if you need further information, we will be happy to guide you!

It’s very important to know what to do when you visit a Japanese house. These small but necessary tips will help you feel like a true part of the household.
Here are some basic guidelines for your 2-day homestay in Japan:
• Take your shoes off and wear house slippers when you enter the house.
• Keep a clean space. If you have a futon for a bed, make sure you fold it up and put the bedding away every morning.
• Try learning a few basic Japanese words to ease your communication as most Japanese people know very little English.

• Help out around the house whenever you can and be respectful of the household rules and routine.

• Get to know your family. Ask them about their day, talk about your culture and things you admire about their culture. The more you communicate, the closer you will become. Always have a translator in hand to ease the communication.

• Finally, remember to express your appreciation to your host family for allowing you to stay with them. It doesn’t have to be a grand gesture—a heartfelt note written by hand or something customary from your native nation will do just fine. They love small and traditional gifts.

There are generally two main International Airports in Tokyo; Haneda Airport (HND) is 20 to 30 min from center and Narita International Airport (NRT) is 60 to 90 min from center. You can choose whichever airport is suitable, just make sure you share your ticket with the team as soon as its booked!

One of our guides will either be waiting for you or have the transportation arranged from the airport to the hotel for check in.
Make sure you share your ticket with the team as soon as its booked!

On this trip we’ll be staying at comfortable hotels that are in close proximity to the center we’ll also be experiencing a 2-day homestay!
A thing to keep in mind though about Japanese hotel rooms is that they have just about exactly what you need in terms of space and utilities. In other words, they are usually smaller than the average hotel rooms that we are used to.
We will be changing accommodations almost every 3 days, so pack light and smart.

Tokyo has one of the best public transportation systems in the world so we will be using it as our main way to get around the city! Get ready for a lot of train rides starting from your arrival to the airport.
From normal trains to bullet trains transportation in Japan is an experience of it’s own! As with everywhere else in Japan, even trains have a certain set of rules that we need to follow.

Etiquette While Riding the Train in Japan:
• Keep your phone on silent and you should avoid making or receiving phone calls.
• Keep conversations to a minimum. Much like phone etiquette you can typically talk but do so quietly.
• Don’t eat or drink. It’s extremely uncommon to see anyone eating or drinking while riding, especially anything that is messy or smelly.
• Mind your space. If the train is crowded, it is especially important to not spread out. Keep your bag on your lap, on the bag rack immediately above your seat, or in front of you if you’re standing.
• Respect priority seating. In every carriage there are a few seats designated for elderly people, pregnant women and new mothers, children, and people with disabilities.

The Japan Rail Pass, also called the JR Pass, is a rail pass exclusively for overseas visitors sold by the Japan Railways Group. This will allow you to go from one city to another using various types of trains. A one-week JR pass well be provided by us starting from the day we will be leaving Tokyo. The other days will have a different kind of pass for the trains.

We will be staying in hotels and accommodations with double occupancy rooms. If you have a friend joining you on the trip, you will be automatically paired together. Otherwise, you will be paired with another traveler from the trip.