Nagano and NiigataMountains & seasons
Hakuba & Uonuma
Three nights in Hakuba and two in Minamiuonuma, linking mountain days with Japanese wine, sake culture and the landscapes of snow country.
Two to four guests, private
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Izu, Shizuoka
Izu: arts, hot springs and an open port
A private coastal journey for two to four guests, beginning and ending in Tokyo. Stay one night each in Atami, Atagawa and Shimoda, with time for art, regional food and hot springs between visits.
- Area
- Izu, Shizuoka
- Length
- Four days, three nights
- Group
- Two to four guests, private
The route at a glance
- Tokyo
- Atami
- Atagawa
- Shimoda
- Tokyo
Day by day
This is a sample itinerary, subject to feasibility and availability. We confirm hosts, accommodation, transport and activities for each request before travel.
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Tokyo to Atami: art and a hot-spring stay
Meet the English-speaking guide in Tokyo and travel by rail to Atami. Visit Kinomiya Shrine and the MOA Museum of Art, with tea if available, before checking in for dinner and a quiet evening.
Day 2
Geigi culture and the coast to Atagawa
Plan the morning around an introduction to Atami’s geigi performing arts, subject to the performance calendar and host arrangements. Continue south by private car, stopping for a local fish lunch around Inatori before an overnight stay in Atagawa.
Day 3
Shimoda and the southern coast
Explore Shimoda’s opening-port history around Ryosenji and Perry Road, with a harbour cruise if conditions permit. Continue towards Cape Irozaki and Yumigahama when access allows, then return to Shimoda for the night.
Day 4
A last view of the peninsula, then Tokyo
Choose between the Nesugatayama ropeway and a coastal visit around Tsumekizaki, according to weather and season. Leave time for lunch before taking the train from Izukyu-Shimoda back to Tokyo.
Adapting the journey
Three days
Visit Atami during the day and keep the overnight stays in Atagawa and Shimoda.
More coast
Add a night on Izu’s west coast, with the accommodation and onward route selected for your dates.
Continue to Kansai
Return by road to Atami and connect with the Shinkansen rather than going back to Tokyo.
Notes for planners
- Season
- Consider January to March or October to November. Flowers and seasonal seafood depend on the year and local availability.
- Performances and museums
- We check the geigi performance calendar, private-host arrangements and museum closing days before fixing the order.
- Rail
- Saphir Odoriko is an option for this route. The train, departure times and private-compartment availability must be confirmed for the travel date.
- Stays and experiences
- Hotels, room types, spa sessions and dining are proposed and confirmed per request. Age restrictions vary by property.
- Roads and weather
- Coastal access, road closures, boat operations and busy holiday traffic can change the route. We prepare alternatives with the hosts.
- Rates
- Quoted per request after the dates, guests and arrangements are agreed.
A different way to spend your time
A few more starting points, each with its own rhythm.
Shape this journey for your clients
Send us your dates, group size and a little about your guests. We will reply by email.