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Japan is a blend of gracious tradition, exquisite ritual and hyper modernity. Experience the different facets of this exceptional country, seeing its culture, society and history through the prism of your own profession.
This tour includes visits to some of Japan’s most beautiful gardens at a magnificent time of year. See Japan’s traditional art and crafts as well as experiencing its latest technology. Explore one of its most imposing castles and the ancient capital of Kyoto, alongside chic Ginza in Tokyo and the vibrant Namba district of Osaka. Experience lesser-known Japan, including the samurai and geisha quarters of Kanazawa, Miyajima Island in the Inland Sea, the waterways of Tokyo and the laneways of Kyoto.
There are a range of professional visits, meetings, talks and a dinner, providing real insight into medicine and society in Japan. The majority of these visits have been organised via Japanese members of the Royal Society of Medicine. There is an optional 2-night extension prior to the tour, visiting spectacular Mount Fuji by rail.
There will also be informal meetings and dinners with members throughout the tour. The tour is accompanied by an expert tour leader and a highly experienced Japanese national guide. This tour has broad appeal and partners are very welcome.
This tour includes visits to some of Japan’s most beautiful gardens at a magnificent time of year. See Japan’s traditional art and crafts as well as experiencing its latest technology.
Explore the samurai and geisha quarters in Kanazawa.
See a hidden urban garden in the designer area of Tokyo.
Visit Jikei University School of Medicine, the only medical school founded during the Meiji era that followed the principles of British medicine.
Take the Romance car, an Odakyu limited express train with specially built carriages with large viewing windows, to Fuji. Upon arrival take a cable car to Lake Ashi for wonderful views of Mount Fuji before returning to Tokyo.
Longer and fuller days. More walking and longer distances require more energy, good fitness, and mobility.
If you have some questions about this particular tour, you can contact the Jon Baines Tours team by phone or email.
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