Japan

Aug 8th - 13th | Tokyo

• Park Hyatt Tokyo

August in Japan brings warm and humid weather, with temperatures typically ranging from the mid to high 20s Celsius (mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit) across the country.

August is also a time for vibrant summer festivals, where locals and visitors can enjoy traditional performances, fireworks displays, and lively street food stalls.

• You are currently exempt from requiring a tourist visa with a US passport. Please see here for updates.
  
• Fully vaccinated travelers having a booster dose don’t need a negative COVID-19 test result before traveling to Japan.
  
• Vaccinated travelers without a booster dose must have a negative pre-departure COVID-19 test result before traveling to Japan.

These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.

Clothing:

• Light jackets or sweaters for cool evenings
  
• T-shirts or light shirts for warmer days
  
• Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
  
• Socks and underwear

Travel essentials:

• Passport
  
• Travel itinerary, tickets, and reservations
  
• Portable charger for electronic devices
  
• Universal power adapter
  
• Camera and/or smartphone with extra memory card
  
• Cash and credit cards
  
• Travel insurance documents

Miscellaneous:

• Small daypack or backpack for daily excursions
  
• Hat or cap for sun protection
  
• Sunglasses

In general, tipping is not necessary in Japan. Guests do not have to tip restaurant staff, bellmen, taxi drivers, or housekeeping.

While not expected, guides and drivers will always appreciate a tip for their services. Amounts are not fixed, but any number beginning with 4 should be avoided for superstitious reasons (4 is pronounced the same as "death" in Japanese). Tips should be passed along in a plain, white envelope with no markings/ribbons on it.

Generally speaking, a suitable amount per day for a guide, and a suitable amount per day for a driver is sufficient.

Upon arrival in Tokyo, an English-speaking assistant will greet you at the arrivals hall and escort you to your private transfer.

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Check into your hotel and settle into your accommodations for the remainder of the day and evening. Take time to recuperate from your journey with a rejuvenating massage at the hotel spa.

Park Hyatt Tokyo
Deluxe Twin

• Breakfast included

Booked by scenset

The Imperial Palace, also known as the Tokyo Imperial Palace, is the primary residence of the Emperor of Japan and the imperial family. Located in the heart of Tokyo, the palace is surrounded by beautiful gardens and serves as a symbol of Japan's rich history and cultural heritage. Although the palace is not open to the public, visitors can explore the surrounding gardens and enjoy the stunning views of the palace's historic buildings and moats. The Imperial Palace is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Japanese culture, history, and architecture.

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Tokyo Tower is a 333-meter-high communications tower located in the heart of Tokyo. Inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris, it was built in 1958 and quickly became one of Tokyo's most iconic landmarks. Visitors can take an elevator to the top of the tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the observation deck, which stands at 150 meters high. There are also a variety of restaurants, souvenir shops, and exhibitions located within the tower, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. Tokyo Tower is a must-visit attraction for anyone looking to experience the best of Tokyo's skyline and enjoy stunning views of the cityscape.

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Meiji Shrine was built nearly 100 years ago to commemorate Emperor Meiji’s contribution to modern Japan. The shrine is entirely surrounded by a forest, with an area of 70 hectares of land and over 120,000 trees, all of which were donated to the shrine from different parts of Japan.

Although rather young compared with other shrines, Meiji shrine has its own dramatic story to tell. While the original construction of the shrine was completed in 1926, the shrine was destroyed during the bombings of World War II and rebuilt in 1958.

If you’re lucky, you’ll spot a couple on their wedding day, making their way through the shrine’s grounds on their way to their ceremony.

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Harajuku’s Takeshita Street - This narrow, crowded street is lined with shops that sell the latest fashion trend, sweets, and other interesting items. It is in this area that some of the outrageous fashion that Japan is known for originates.

As the trendy streets of Harajuku end, the amazing architecture of Omotesando begins. With seemingly endless modern, cutting-edge architecture, great shopping, and delicious restaurants, Omotesando is Tokyo’s Champs-Elysées Boulevard. Many of the buildings along this street were designed by Pritzker Prize winning architects such as Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa.

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Catch the best views of Tokyo at this 360° open-air observation deck at the rooftop of Shibuya Scramble Square. Shibuya Sky is approximately 230 metres above ground and is the highest point in the district of Shibuya.

The ‘Sky Edge’, a corner where you can look down at the cityscape below without any obstructions and is a particularly good photo spot that provides a panoramic view of the city.

In addition to the breathtaking views, the rooftop also features hammocks for cloud watching and an observation compass to help you identify major landmarks in the distance such as Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Stadium and even Mt Fuji (on a clear day). At night, you'll be able to see a light show called the 'Crossing Light' as 18 beams illuminate the city sky.

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In Shibuya one can witness (and experience) the world's busiest intersection, as well as one of Japan's most endearing symbols of loyalty - the statue of Hachiko.

The Shibuya scramble is located in the heart of Shibuya's shopping district. Due to its proximity with many popular stores, Shibuya Station, and the location of countless delicious eating spots, the intersection regularly sees thousands of people cross each time the traffic lights turn red and the pedestrian lights turn green.

Also located in Shibuya is the bronze statue of the dog Hachiko. Hachiko was well known for his loyalty in waiting for his master for nearly 10 years, arriving at the station daily in anticipation of his master's return from work.

Soon after, a statue was erected in his honor. Unfortunately the statue was melted down during World War II, but the current replica was commissioned shortly after.

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Park Hyatt Tokyo
Deluxe Twin

• Breakfast included

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Take a full-day tour of this fascinating city with a local guide by private car.

Meeting Time To be determined

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Touring today will be done in a private car.

Morning: Meet your English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby. Tour by private car. Start at Toyosu Market, and enjoy viewing the Tuna Auction (approximately one hour). Please note that applications to view the Tuna Auction are submitted and accepted approximately one month prior to the auction date, as the date isn't published until then. In the case the draw is unsuccessful, you will still be able to observe from the observation spaces on the 2nd floor.

After that, you can have breakfast at the market such as sushi bars, ramen and udon noodles, gyudon (beef over rice), Chinese food, curry, deep-fried meat and fish, sandwiches, etc, according to your request. Then, move to Tsukiji Fish Market. Your guide will show you not only seafood but also kitchen utensils and other Japanese ingredients.

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Park Hyatt Tokyo
Deluxe Twin

• Breakfast included

Booked by scenset

Namidabashi Oshimaya Lantern Shop
The Namidabashi Oshimaya Lantern Shop, established in 1913, is a well-known lantern shop that has been making Edo-style hand-painted lanterns for over a century.

Edo-style hand-painted lanterns are a traditional handcraft of Tokyo with characters and family crests from the Edo Period hand painted on the main part of the lantern. The characters are clearly and boldly so that they are easily legible from a distance.
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The shop also hand paints oil-paper umbrellas, as well as props for Kabuki performances.

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Park Hyatt Tokyo
Deluxe Twin

• Breakfast included

Booked by scenset

Park Hyatt Tokyo
Deluxe Twin

• Breakfast included

Booked by scenset

Meet your driver in the lobby of your hotel for your private transfer to the airport in time for check-in for your flight home.

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scenset invests in making the world a better place. scenset will offset the fuel used during the trip. On top of that, we will offset an extra 10% to make your trip a carbon-positive experience.

Currently, we support Gold Standard Climate+ Projects from the Gold Standard Foundation.