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7-Day Autumn in Japan β€” Osaka, Kyoto, Shirakawago, Mt Fuji & Tokyo

πŸ“ Osaka – Kyoto – Shirakawago – Mt Fuji – Tokyo Β· Activity provider: Akasa Journey

Departs from
Medan (KNO)
Airline
Full service, via Kuala Lumpur
Hotels
Local 4-star
Duration
7 days
Tour leader
Indonesian-speaking
Meals
Halal / Muslim-friendly

Photos: Alpsdake (CC BY-SA 4.0), Miguel Romay (CC BY 2.0), Balon Greyjoy (CC0), Mc681 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Jakub HaΕ‚un (CC BY 4.0) Β· Wikimedia Commons

Seven days of Japanese autumn from Medan: red and gold leaves at Lake Kawaguchiko with Mount Fuji behind, the thatched village of Shirakawago, the thousand torii gates of Fushimi Inari, and the energy of Tokyo.

About this activity

  • ⏱Duration7 days
  • πŸ—£Live tour guideIndonesian
  • 🚐Pickup includedGroup departure from Kualanamu Airport, Medan
  • πŸ‘₯Group sizeGroup tour, minimum 15 travelers

Highlights

  • β€’Autumn colors: red and yellow maple leaves throughout the trip
  • β€’See Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko and the Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting)
  • β€’UNESCO-listed Shirakawago and the old town of Takayama
  • β€’A traditional Japanese onsen (hot spring) experience
  • β€’Shopping at Dotonbori, Gotemba outlets, Shibuya, and Akihabara

Full description

Designed for a comfortable first trip to Japan: depart from Medan, travel with an Indonesian-speaking tour leader, stay in 4-star hotels, and enjoy halal meals.

The journey starts in Osaka and Kyoto, crosses the Japanese Alps to Shirakawago and Takayama, includes a night with onsen near Mount Fuji, and ends in Tokyo.

Departure dates & prices

Departure datePrice
Sat, 7 Nov 2026$1,619
Sat, 21 Nov 2026$1,619

Costs not included in the price

  • Japan visa processing (per person)$131
  • Tips for tour leader, guide & driver (per person)$56

Includes

  • βœ“Return flights Medan – Japan (via Kuala Lumpur), 25 kg baggage
  • βœ“Local 4-star hotels (twin sharing)
  • βœ“Meals as per itinerary (halal / Muslim-friendly)
  • βœ“Tour coach transport in Japan
  • βœ“Entrance tickets as per itinerary
  • βœ“Indonesian-speaking tour leader and local guide
  • βœ“Travel insurance
  • βœ“Daily bottled water

Not included

  • βœ•Japan visa fee
  • βœ•Tips for tour leader, guide, and driver
  • βœ•Single room supplement
  • βœ•Personal expenses and optional tours
  • βœ•Customs duties on purchases
  • βœ•Wi-Fi / eSIM in Japan

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 Β· Medan – Kuala Lumpur – Osaka

    Meet at Kualanamu Airport and fly to Osaka via Kuala Lumpur (overnight flight).

    🍽 Meals: In-flight meals

  2. Day 2 Β· Osaka – Kyoto

    Arrive in Osaka. Visit Osaka Castle, shop at Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori, then head to Kyoto for the torii gates of Fushimi Inari.

    🍽 Meals: Lunch · Dinner

  3. Day 3 Β· Shirakawago – Takayama

    Travel to Shirakawago with its thatched gassho-zukuri houses, then stroll the old streets of Takayama (Sanmachi Suji).

    🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

  4. Day 4 Β· Nagoya – Kawaguchiko

    Stop at Osu Kannon Temple and the Osu shopping street in Nagoya, then continue to Lake Kawaguchiko. Enjoy the hotel onsen in the evening.

    🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

  5. Day 5 Β· Mt Fuji – Oshino Hakkai – Gotemba

    Go up to the Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting), visit the spring ponds of Oshino Hakkai, and shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets before driving to Tokyo.

    🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

  6. Day 6 Β· Tokyo – Kuala Lumpur

    Tokyo city tour: Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, and Akihabara. Transfer to the airport for the night flight home.

    🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

  7. Day 7 Β· Kuala Lumpur – Medan

    Transit in Kuala Lumpur and arrive back in Medan.

    🍽 Meals: In-flight meals

Places you'll visit

Osaka Castle

1.Osaka Castle

Osaka's landmark, surrounded by a large park that glows in autumn colors.

πŸ“· Mc681 (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Dotonbori

2.Dotonbori

Osaka's food and shopping street, famous for its neon signs.

πŸ“· Martin Falbisoner (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Fushimi Inari, Kyoto

3.Fushimi Inari, Kyoto

A hillside path lined with thousands of bright orange torii gates.

πŸ“· Basile Morin (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Shirakawago

4.Shirakawago

A UNESCO World Heritage village with steep thatched-roof farmhouses.

πŸ“· Miguel Romay (CC BY 2.0)

Takayama

5.Takayama

An old town of Edo-period wooden houses, sake breweries, and street snacks.

πŸ“· Ankur P (CC BY 2.0)

Lake Kawaguchiko

6.Lake Kawaguchiko

A lake at the foot of Mount Fuji β€” at its best when the maples turn red.

πŸ“· Alpsdake (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Mount Fuji

7.Mount Fuji

Ride up to the 5th Station for a closer view of the summit (clear weather).

πŸ“· lumoplank (CC0)

Oshino Hakkai

8.Oshino Hakkai

Eight crystal-clear ponds fed by Mount Fuji snowmelt in a traditional village.

πŸ“· 663highland (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Asakusa (Senso-ji)

9.Asakusa (Senso-ji)

Tokyo's oldest temple with the Nakamise shopping street in front.

πŸ“· Jakub HaΕ‚un (CC BY 4.0)

Shibuya

10.Shibuya

The world's busiest crossing and Tokyo's youth hub.

πŸ“· Syced (CC0)

Akihabara

11.Akihabara

Tokyo's paradise for electronics, anime, and games.

πŸ“· ElHeineken (CC BY 4.0)

Important information

What to bring

  • β€’Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
  • β€’Warm jacket β€” autumn temperatures are around 8–18Β°C
  • β€’Comfortable walking shoes
  • β€’Type A plug adapter (two flat pins)
  • β€’Personal medication

Know before you go

  • β€’Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 15 travelers.
  • β€’Travelers aged 60+ should be accompanied by a family member.
  • β€’The order of visits and hotels may change due to weather or local conditions, with equivalent quality.
  • β€’The Fuji 5th Station visit depends on weather and road conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are the meals halal?+

Yes, we arrange halal or Muslim-friendly meals throughout the trip.

Is the visa included?+

No. The visa fee is paid separately. We help with the application through Visacepat; Indonesian e-passport holders can use the visa waiver.

When is the best time for autumn leaves?+

Usually early to late November, depending on the weather each year.

Can I have a room to myself?+

Yes, with a single room supplement. Ask us on WhatsApp.

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