4-Day Feel The Beat of the Volcano on Oshima Island
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Trip Overview
Did you know that Tokyo is one of a few megacities in the world that has its very own active volcanos and Japan’s only desert?
The Tokyo Prefecture features a total of 11 islands that stretch up to 1,000 kilometres away from Tokyo’s centre and this tour takes you to one of the islands where you can immerse yourself in a Japanese island culture!
You'll begin the trip in Tokyo's Shinjuku city, exploring the famed street full of little bars and eateries. You'll then head to Oshima Island where you'll hike Mount Mihara, the mighty volcano which sits at the island's centre. Then you'll enjoy a soak in a hot spring at sunset while overlooking the mountain. You'll indulge in the island's sushi and explore Japan's only desert from the comfort of your hot spring hotel.
The Tokyo Prefecture features a total of 11 islands that stretch up to 1,000 kilometres away from Tokyo’s centre and this tour takes you to one of the islands where you can immerse yourself in a Japanese island culture!
You'll begin the trip in Tokyo's Shinjuku city, exploring the famed street full of little bars and eateries. You'll then head to Oshima Island where you'll hike Mount Mihara, the mighty volcano which sits at the island's centre. Then you'll enjoy a soak in a hot spring at sunset while overlooking the mountain. You'll indulge in the island's sushi and explore Japan's only desert from the comfort of your hot spring hotel.
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Highlights of this Trip
Foodie Tour in Shinjuku
Oshima hot springs experience with views of Mount Mihara
Traditional Japanese drum
Itinerary
Day 1
Foodie Tour in Shinjuku
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Today, on your first day you will visit Omoide Yokocho where you can find dozens of tiny restaurants and bars in the narrow street. Their main types of food are Yakitori (grilled chicken and vegetables), sushi, Japanese noodles and Yakiniku (BBQ). On the tour, you will visit several restaurants to taste Japanese cuisine. After exploring Tokyo's famed 'Piss Alley', you will head back to your hotel where you'll stay before travelling to Oshima Island the next day.
Accommodation
Aman Tokyo Hotel ★5 star
Activities
Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai Street Food and Bar Hopping
Transportations
Private Driver from Haneda Airport to TokyoOptional Activity
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Tokyo
Day 2
Tokyo's Volcanic Island, Oshima
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This morning, you'll leave Takeshiba port by boat in the morning. It takes only about two hours to reach the first island of Oshima. The mountain in the middle of the island is an active volcano which erupted for the last time in 1986. People sometimes call the Mount Mihara, “Gojinka”, meaning the god of fire. With a local nature guide, you will climb on the exotic mountain and have a relaxing time in the hot springs afterwards with a great view of the volcano.
Accommodation
Tokyo Vone Ten★3 star
Activities
Oshima Island
Mount Mihara
Miharayama Hot Springs
Transportations
Private Driver from Tokyo to NEW PIER TAKESHIBA SOUTH TOWER
Ferry from NEW PIER TAKESHIBA SOUTH TOWER to Oshima Island
Private Driver from Oshima Island to Oshima Island
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Tokyo
Oshima
Day 3
Island Taiko Experience
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Today, you'll feel the beat of the volcanic mountain, the mighty Mount Mihara! You'll learn the traditional Japanese drum “Taiko” from the locals on the island. The beats represent the eruption of the mountain and the drumming technique was developed on this island. After that, you will drive around the island with a guide visiting the famous photo spots and taking lots of pictures. You'll return to your hotel with a camera full of treasured memories.
Accommodation
Tokyo Vone Ten★3 star
Activities
Taiko Drum Experience on Oshima Island
Oshima Island
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Oshima
Day 4
Back to Tokyo
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In the morning, you'll leave for Tokyo by boat. Don’t forget to buy some interesting local souvenirs before you leave the island!
Transportations
Ferry from Oshima Island to Tokyo
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Oshima
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What’s included?
- 3 nights accommodation
- 6 activities
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
- Airport transfer
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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AU$ 8,902/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Japan in 4 days
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Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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