Japanese Hidden Gems

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Theme Japan Cultural Tour
Dates Sun 11 Oct - Thu 22 Oct 2026
Duration 12 Days - 11 Nights
Group Size Maximum 12 Guests
Meals 10 Breakfasts - 2 Dinners
Accommodation Overall standard of 4-star throughout the journey
Tour Code REJP

Explore the quieter regions South Japan, combining regional culture, art, historic towns and volcanic landscapes through a well paced overland journey. Beginning and ending in Osaka, the itinerary travels across the Seto Inland Sea through Naoshima, Shikoku and Kyushu while avoiding the crowds of Japan’s main tourist route.

Offbeat experiences include the contemporary art museums of Naoshima Island, the preserved streets of Ozu and the atmosphere of Matsuyama’s historic Dogo Onsen district. In Beppu, steaming geothermal landscapes reflect Japan’s long standing bathing culture, while Nagasaki offers a deeper look into Japan’s international trading history and wartime past.

Further south, continue to Kagoshima, where daily life unfolds beneath the active volcano Sakurajima. Ferry crossings, coastal scenery and regional cuisine provide a different perspective on Japan beyond its larger cities, while rail and overland travel allow the changing landscapes to become part of the experience.

Accommodation throughout the tour includes quality hotels and carefully selected regional properties chosen for their comfort and character. With a maximum of just 12 guests, the smaller group size allows for a more relaxed pace and easier local interaction. Designed for Australian travellers seeking a deeper connection with Japan, this tour balances culture, scenery, food and slower regional travel across one of the country’s lesser explored regions.

Tour prices are quoted per person, based on twin share accommodation. If travelling with a companion, please select two travellers and your preferred room type. Solo travellers should select one traveller and choose the single room option. Deposits and payment plans are available on selected departures. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions before completing your booking.

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Theme Japan Cultural Tour
Dates Sun 11 Oct - Thu 22 Oct 2026
Duration 12 Days - 11 Nights
Group Size Maximum 12 Guests
Meals 10 Breakfasts - 2 Dinners
Accommodation Overall standard of 4-star throughout the journey
Tour Code REJP

Explore the quieter regions South Japan, combining regional culture, art, historic towns and volcanic landscapes through a well paced overland journey. Beginning and ending in Osaka, the itinerary travels across the Seto Inland Sea through Naoshima, Shikoku and Kyushu while avoiding the crowds of Japan’s main tourist route.

Offbeat experiences include the contemporary art museums of Naoshima Island, the preserved streets of Ozu and the atmosphere of Matsuyama’s historic Dogo Onsen district. In Beppu, steaming geothermal landscapes reflect Japan’s long standing bathing culture, while Nagasaki offers a deeper look into Japan’s international trading history and wartime past.

Further south, continue to Kagoshima, where daily life unfolds beneath the active volcano Sakurajima. Ferry crossings, coastal scenery and regional cuisine provide a different perspective on Japan beyond its larger cities, while rail and overland travel allow the changing landscapes to become part of the experience.

Accommodation throughout the tour includes quality hotels and carefully selected regional properties chosen for their comfort and character. With a maximum of just 12 guests, the smaller group size allows for a more relaxed pace and easier local interaction. Designed for Australian travellers seeking a deeper connection with Japan, this tour balances culture, scenery, food and slower regional travel across one of the country’s lesser explored regions.

Tour prices are quoted per person, based on twin share accommodation. If travelling with a companion, please select two travellers and your preferred room type. Solo travellers should select one traveller and choose the single room option. Deposits and payment plans are available on selected departures. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions before completing your booking.

  • Bullet Train Japan

    Unique Transportation

    Travel through Southern Japan using a mix of transport that reflects the country’s efficient regional networks. Rather than travelling by large coach, our small group tour combines private vehicles, local ferries, rail journeys and Japan’s famous bullet train, including an overnight ferry across the Seto Inland Sea.

  • Beppu Tori Gates

    Offbeat Destinations

    See parts of Japan rarely included on mainstream group tours, focusing on quieter regional destinations and lesser visited cultural sites. In the south, walk through castles with fewer crowds, experience contemporary art on Naoshima and explore coastal cities like Kagoshima and Nagasaki.

  • Japan Food

    Cultural Activites

    Connect with Japanese culture through hands on regional experiences across Southern Japan. Learn traditional washi paper making with local artisans in Ozu, soak in the historic baths of Dogo Onsen and experience a multi course kaiseki dinner showcasing seasonal ingredients and regional flavours.

Japan Small Group Tour Itinerary

Special Interest Tours With Remarkable East

Remarkable East creates small group journeys designed for travellers who want depth, character and insight rather than crowded sightseeing. Each itinerary is shaped around culture, history, food and meaningful encounters, with a maximum of 12 guests and guides who know the region intimately. The pace is steady, the hotels are selected for comfort and location, and the experiences are planned to feel personal, not packaged.

Our tours run on set dates through the year across Japan, Vietnam, India and Sri Lanka, with additional one-off special interest departures offered for travellers seeking something more focused. Many guests return for a second or third journey with us as they value the balance of structure and flexibility, the quality of leadership and the ease of travelling in a small group. If you are considering a future trip and want to talk through your options, you’re welcome to book a call. We can walk you through destinations, dates and availability.

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