Our adventure to the land of the rising sun begins with a short flight from Sofia to Istanbul, and there we connect to the main destination - Osaka / Japan. A wonderful challenge awaits each of you, a country that brings everything together - high technology, impeccable order, a cult of family, cultural heritage, and the belief in gratitude! Get ready for a truly magical journey that will leave a lasting imprint on your mind forever!

Shortly after midnight, our main flight awaits us to take us from Istanbul to Osaka. We land in Osaka in the evening, then transfer to our hotel, check in and after a short rest we go out with the group for dinner and a short night tour of downtown Osaka.

On today's day, after breakfast, you can embark on a self-guided exploration of the city or together we can visit all the sights from our program or choose what suits your taste! Osaka Castle is one of the most iconic buildings here, so it's a must-visit. Together we will admire it both outside and inside, and the excellent collection of artwork, armour and everyday tools associated with the castle is truly impressive! As our next suggestion, we have chosen a visit to the Kaiyukan Aquarium, which is located in the port village of Tempozan and is an amazing place recreating the life of underwater inhabitants! This is an exciting adventure triggered by the well-organized and fascinating way of presenting different marine inhabitants and their natural environment in the Pacific Ocean. Returning back to Osaka, we will soak up the atmosphere of the city, starting with the exploration of its most famous streets. First up, we suggest Shinsaibashi, a suji shopping street located in one of the oldest shopping districts - Tenma! and bars. The popular saying ‘kuidaore’ associated with the street says that you should go bankrupt after spending a huge amount of money on food! We certainly guarantee that this place will infect you with energy and offer you a very pleasant experience for all your senses!

On today's day, after breakfast, you can embark on an independent exploration of the city or visit Universal Studios Japan together. If you love amusement parks, then you must join the group! World-class entertainment, authentic rides, and shows based not only on Hollywood blockbusters but also on popular entertainment brands are offered here. Along with this movie experience is an included walk among a unique collection of great dining options that offer everything for all tastes!

On our last day in Japan, after breakfast, there will be an opportunity to explore Osaka on our own or for all of the group to visit Kobe together! If we have chosen Kobe as our final destination, we set off for a town situated on a hillside sloping down to the sea. The journey takes about an hour, and Kobe greets us as one of the most attractive and cosmopolitan places in Japan. The city offers many attractions, including a cable car that leads up the hill and provides magnificent views of the countryside and the city. We do not miss this opportunity, which allows us to enjoy panoramic views encompassing both mountains and seascapes, as well as gain a real insight into all the dimensions of the city! We then descend to the central part of Kobe, Sannomia, where the typical city atmosphere awaits us. We are looking for a good place to taste the world famous Kobe beef! This is a true gourmet experience for any connoisseur of fine cuisine! The historic Kitano neighborhood, on the other hand, will transport us to the early 19th century with its brick foreign houses, and a sense of something familiar will instantly capture us with a familiar vision from Europe. The walk takes us to the waterfront promenade to show us one of the most breathtaking views, that of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge, the second largest cable-stayed bridge in the world and Kobe's iconic building, the Red Harbour Tower, a metal structure of bizarre shape and height! Thus ends our last day in Japan, full of beauty, culture and unforgettable experiences!

Today it's time to vacate the hotel in Osaka and move to Kyoto. But before we get to Kyoto, we've got an all-day adventure through Japan's first permanent capital, Nara, which is also one of the country's most exciting destinations. To that end, we leave our suitcases at our hotel in Osaka and they will be transferred to our next hotel in Kyoto, and we take the train to Nara. We begin with a visit to Daibutsu Temple (Great Eastern Temple), home to one of the world's largest bronze statues, a 15-metre depiction of the seated Buddha representing Vairocana and accompanied by two bodhisattvas. We then visit Kasuga Taisha, a shrine in Nara established in the 8th century and dedicated to the deity responsible for the city's protection. Here we will experience the sensation of stepping back in time enhanced with magnificent views of vermilion-coloured buildings amidst cedar forests and corridors lit by hundreds of lanterns. After returning to the present, we head to a shop where traditional rice cakes - mochi - are prepared. Nakatani Du is a place where crowds of people flock daily to watch the country's fastest craftsmen whipping hundreds of fresh and warm mochi filled with a unique red bean paste by hand at high speed! We're sure you won't forget this unique taste of a unique traditional Japanese pastry!Our tour continues on to the charming Isuien Zen Garden, where we enjoy the beautiful scenery and tea houses, then head to the old shopping district of Naramachi. Traditional residential buildings have been preserved here and the narrow streets of the district are now home to boutiques, shops, cafes, restaurants and several museums. We also visit the Kofukuji family temple with its five and three-story pagodas, symbols of Nara. Before departing, we pass through the Cultural Center where we have the opportunity to practice Japanese traditions - we'll fold the beloved origami symbol of Nara into the shape of a ‘deer’, or try our hand at writing kanji characters ourselves with a pen while looking at a pattern book, and why not dress up in one of the samurai or ninja costumes! After our last fun experience, we'll finish with Harushika, a sake tasting venue where we'll enjoy the different flavours of this drink! After a full day of sightseeing and exploring, we hop back on the train and head to Kyoto. We check into our hotel and after a short rest, we'll head out for a night walk around Gion, the Geisha district, where we'll wander around the quaint houses and hopefully meet a Geisha.

After breakfast on the second day of our stay here, a rich itinerary of attractions in the Kyoto area awaits us! We begin with a delightful journey on the so-called Romantic Train Sagano - a vintage railway that traverses picturesque landscapes between Saga-Arashiyama and Kameoka. Along the way, we'll enjoy fantastic views overlooking marvelous mountains and forests! We arrived in Arashiyama to visit the Jojakkoji Temple from the late 16th century, known as the "temple without walls," where tranquility and a sense of remoteness, surrounded by moss-covered maple trees, create a unique and untouched atmosphere! Next, we proceed to one of the most visited attractions in the Kyoto area - the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, which will undoubtedly make you feel like you're in another world! Continuing to explore this neighborhood, we head to the most significant temple here - Tenryuji - a prominent site with its own school within the Rinzai Zen sect of Japanese Buddhism. Now it's time for a short break with delicious food; nearby, there are alleyways offering a rich selection and endless temptations! Refreshed and eagerly anticipating new experiences, we head to Nijo Castle. A brief journey takes us to a place with impressive stone walls and the beauty of beautiful gardens! These preserved buildings are perhaps the best examples of feudal-era palace architecture in Japan. As our final stop, we've chosen the Golden Pavilion Temple - Kinkakuji, whose top two floors are covered with golden leaves, shimmering over the reflecting pond. This is also one of the most famous landmarks in Japan, so we leave you time to enjoy all this impressive Zen beauty!

If there are those who want to explore the Geisha neighborhood in the daylight, we can start our day early with a morning tour of Gion. Then we head to one of Kyoto's most memorable landmarks, the Fushimi Inari complex. It's a world unto itself with seemingly endless arcades of torii (shrine gates) set in dense forest. These pathways lead to the sacred Mount Inari, which is part of this unique place! Fushimi Inari is the most important Shinto shrine in southern Kyoto and is dedicated to the gods of rice and sake. Numerous statues of foxes, considered to be the ambassadors of Inari, can be seen here! We then head back into the city and take a tour of Nishiki Market, where we soak up the extremely lively atmosphere, culinary delights and lots of home-made food. The shops range from small narrow seigneuries to large two-storey shops! And since it's lunchtime we head to the narrow street of Potoncho. The alley is lined with restaurants from modern to traditional Kyoto cuisine, foreign offerings, and exclusive and expensive dining spots. After a delicious break, don't miss the traditional tea ceremony - one of the most unforgettable experiences! The Japanese Tea Ceremony is an artistic entertainment unique to Japan that involves serving and drinking Matcha, a powdered Japanese green tea. Dressed in traditional kimono, we enjoy the whole procedure.

Today we wake up early for breakfast, because we are about to check out of the hotel and take the high-speed train to the capital of Japan - Tokyo! The journey there takes two hours, and then we have a day full of new impressions, traditions from the roots of Japanese culture, atmosphere and mood. We arrive in this incredible metropolitan city and it's time to start our adventure. Once we arrive in Tokyo, we have a transfer to our hotel where we have scheduled time for a short rest before heading out to explore. After the break we are scheduled to go out and explore Shinjuku, the neighborhood we are in which is one of the entertainment areas - full of many bars, restaurants, clubs and other attractions. So we have the whole afternoon planned to explore the area around the hotel, and we will tell you about some of the specifics of life in Tokyo.

Today we will explore the Asakusa area, which is a wonderful place that preserves the spirit of old Tokyo and provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich Japanese culture and history. Visiting Sensoji and walking through Nakamise is an excellent start to begin our adventure. The popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century, is the most visited in Tokyo and houses the golden image of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. The temple is reached by passing through Nakamise, a shopping street that has been offering temple visitors a variety of traditional, local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries. Hanayashiki, on the other hand, is the oldest amusement park in Japan and dates back to 1853 when it was first opened as a botanical garden. The name "Hanayashiki" actually means "public flower garden" and there is still a small garden with a pond and decorative bridge on the park grounds. The Sumida Park located nearby will provide you with a great opportunity for a little relaxation in a peaceful atmosphere in a green space with beautiful riverside landscapes and pure sigh. After this refueling break, we continue to the Tokyo Skyscraper, which at an impressive 634m offers the opportunity for a panoramic view and an impressive experience with dizzying views! Passing through the Ameyoko shopping street, or as it is more commonly known, the "Candy Alley" promises you a unique shopping experience, providing a variety of products and items. At the end of the day, the idea of having fun and visiting themed bars sounds like an excellent way to end the day in style! Tokyo does offer a wide range of entertainment venues to suit all tastes, so we make sure to take advantage of that too!

Today after breakfast, we prepared for you a varied program in the Shibuya and Harajuku areas - places where some of the most popular attractions in the city are located! These streets are in the heart of the city and represent not only a hub of trends but are also ideal for exploring Japanese culture. First, we'll visit Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park, which are located near the bustling Harajuku Station, a kind of oasis of calm in the densely populated city. Along a winding path lined with tall wooden torii, we'll reach the main shrine. This unique place is made of unpainted cypress topped by a beautiful copper-clad roof. Before entering, we purify ourselves by pouring holy water over our hands, one of the rituals in Hinduism. Then, we toss a coin into a box, bow twice, clap our hands twice again, and bow again. In the pavilions around this holy temple, wooden tiles with prayers or talismans inscribed on them can be found. We continue our experience mixing traditional with modern city life. We pass through Takeshita, a popular fashion bazaar in Tokyo and a lively youth spot. Here we encounter new shops offering modern styles along with those that retain the atmosphere of years gone by, and then we head to Shibuya Junction - the epitome of Tokyo transmitting energy in all directions! Giant TV screens mounted on the buildings around the intersection flash throughout the day, and a bustle of people creates a steady stream along the pedestrian walkways. We have planned the tour so that we can see the intersection both in daylight and after dark where the thousands of lights from the tall skyscrapers begin to shine and transform the place. The neighborhood is also known for a lot of restaurants and nightlife, so whoever wants to can come home to rest or stay with the group to have some fun and sample the nightlife.

After breakfast, we continue with our varied program, offering experiences that will stir up good emotions and those that will awaken old memories in us! We head to Akihabara or Akiba, which is Tokyo's epicenter for electronic goods and otaku culture, from multi-story computer stores and discount camera shops to anime-themed cafes and the latest cosplay fashions. If that's your style, this place is sure to impress, and if it's something new, get ready for lots of pleasant surprises! A kind of museum, in which familiar, unknown and those with alternative names electronic games are presented. We are sure that each of you will experience a strange collaboration, going back to childhood memories mixed with the super technological vision of Tokyo!

After breakfast, we suggest you join one of our optional offerings or enjoy exploring Tokyo with what impresses you most. **Day at Disneyland: - A theme park modeled after California. Here, lovers of fairytale characters will be impressed by the seven different areas, entertainment, and attractions. And for those of you who are impressed by sea myths and legends, we recommend a visit to Disney's Sia, which is suitable for all ages and impresses with its recreation of various seaports!!! Those of you who want to continue exploring Japanese traditions, culture, and faith can join a trip to the Togoshu Shrine - "The Great Deity of the Eastern Radiant Light" and Futarasan - dedicated to the three most sacred mountains in Nikko! Togoshu is set in a beautiful forest filled with countless carvings, gold leaves, and a series of intricate gates decorated with mythical creatures - dragons, phoenixes, and Baku - the chimera that feeds on dreams! You can enjoy all the exquisiteness of the mixed Shinto and Buddhist elements. Our third suggestion involves something different, namely exploring the natural attractions of the region. An excursion to the almost one-hundred-meter-high Kegon Waterfall and the picturesque Chuzenji Lake will show you the beauty of this region! The majestic waterfall is the only outlet of the waters of Lake Chuzenji. To watch the majestic falling water, there is the option of descending by elevator on a platform at the bottom or admiring from high above from a specially built terrace. We hope that each of you will find something in our proposals to impress and make the day unforgettable!

On our last day in Tokyo, after breakfast, you can enjoy a self-guided tour, relax, explore Japanese culture and food, or join one of our additional offerings. At the foot of Mount Fuji volcano, in the Five Lakes region, is Japan's largest amusement park! If you choose this adrenaline-pumping adventure, you're sure to be captivated by thrilling high-speed roller coasters that reach record-breaking speeds, and spectacular rides based on popular anime series, as well as traditional offerings - a pirate ship, Ferris wheel, sky swings, teacup-shaped carousels, and loads more fun! On the grounds of this amusement park is the Fujiyama Museum, which showcases paintings and illustrations of Mount Fuji, as well as a state-of-the-art outdoor and indoor hot springs facility, Fujiyama Onsen. Our second suggestion is an exciting excursion to Mount Fuji! Of all the iconic images of Japan, this is perhaps the truest! The breathtaking views of the remarkable symmetrical shape and the admiration for them have inspired Japanese literature and art for years. A direct train from Shinjuku (Tokyo) connects the capital with the mountains, and there the beauty of nature, numerous shrines, flowers and plants, caves, and a sea of trees are a joy to all the senses!

On our last day in Tokyo, we have left it free without a predetermined program. Tripsy's adventures are not made according to a mold and strictly follow a program, but very often changes are made on the spot according to the wishes and preferences of the group. We also always look to you to have the opportunity to break away from the group and embark on your own solo adventure and then rejoin our merry band. This is exactly what this day is for - a month before departure we will gather those who signed up for the adventure and discuss the program and interests of the group and make an interesting and exciting program for this day that will meet the wishes of the most people in the group. And for those who want something else to do, and Tokyo has countless interesting things to visit and see, the band's bagpipes will help you organize your solo adventure.

Our wrap up is the Land of the Rising Sun is at an end. After breakfast and time to prepare our luggage, we leave the hotel. Our flight is in the evening, so we can leave our luggage at the hotel and enjoy our last hours around Tokyo, last souvenirs and gifts, for the friends we missed. In the evening, we return to collect only our luggage from the hotel and head to the airport with a smile and joy from everything experienced. This timeless country really captured us!

We land early in the morning in Istanbul and after a short layover we transfer to the next flight that will take us to Sofia. We say goodbye to the group and go home enriched with incredible memories that will last a lifetime!