Holiday ideas to Honshu
Introduction
From the great cities of Osaka and Nagoya to ancient cities and temples, Honshu is the cultural heart of Japan. To start planning your trip, just call one of our destination specialists on 020 7590 0775.
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List of itineraries
This curated rail journey brings you on bullet-train sprints between Japan’s rich past, taking in ancient castle towns and tea ceremonies in Kyoto. You’ll also enjoy private, tailor-made tours everywhere from Tokyo to Hiroshima as you stay in luxury hotels and traditional ryokan inns.
Stepping out from Japan's capital, you'll explore an alpine world of ancient shrines and samurai, ride the mighty bullet train and stay in traditional ryokan inns surrounded by a sublime natural world.
Experience the best of Japan's culture and coast, with private tours, traditional ryokan stays, bullet train trips and even a stay on a pair of tropical island idylls.
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Book by: 16 November 2026
From the urban buzz of Tokyo and the geisha districts of Kanazawa to the steaming onsens of Akita and the floral displays of Hitachinaka, this autumn voyage with Seabourn perfectly encapsulates Japan’s urban and rural delights.