• Travel through the Japanese countryside visiting Flower Farms, historical cities and landmarks, Botanical Gardens, and more!
• A specifically curated tour blending Japanese Culture with Japanese Flowers & Art!
• Visit locations & farms not normally accessible to the public.

• Opening Floral Demonstration & Workshop with Hitomi in Nara
• Visit Multiple Japanese Flower Growers on Shikoku Island including Gloriosa, Lisianthus, & Sweetpeas!
• Visits to multiple Japanese Botanical Gardens
• Full Day Visit to the spectacular Naoshima Art Island
• Guided Tours of some of Japan’s most culturally & historically significant temples, shrines, & castles.
• Visit & Tour of the Ikenobo School of Ikebana
• Kimono Dressing Experience, Ikebana Lesson, Traditional Tea Ceremony, & much more!

• All Transportation & Transfers (Day 1 Meeting Point to end of Final Tour Day)
• Accommodations from Day 1 thru Day 8 (Book your own Hotel in Kyoto for days 9-12)
• Breakfast Daily (Days 1-8)
• Lunch Daily (All Days)
• 2 Group Dinners included in Registration
• 2 Days of Workshops (All Flowers & Supplies)
• All Admission Tickets & Entry Fees
• Gifts from TWF & Partners

Meet the group in central Osaka before travelling by private chartered bus to historic Nara. Enjoy an introductory tour of the city and lunch together before checking in and settling in for your first evening together in Japan.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
Hotel Nikko Nara

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel before attending a spectacular flower show and hands-on workshop at the Kasugano International Forum. In the evening, enjoy a traditional group izakaya dinner, offering the perfect opportunity to experience Japan's vibrant dining culture and connect with fellow participants.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
Hotel Nikko Nara

Begin the day with breakfast before visiting Hori Engei to experience the beauty of Japanese flowering branches and the magic of hanami season. Travel by private chartered bus to Takamatsu with scenic sightseeing stops along the way, arriving in the evening to check in and unwind at your waterfront hotel.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
JR Clement Takamatsu

Begin the day with breakfast before taking the ferry to the world-renowned Naoshima Art Island. Enjoy a guided tour of its iconic museums and contemporary art installations, followed by lunch in the spectacular dining room at the Benesse House Museum overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, before returning to Takamatsu for the evening.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
JR Clement Takamatsu

Start the day with breakfast before visiting the renowned Isamu Noguchi Museum and Gardens. Enjoy lunch at the famous Kawata Udon before touring a Japanese carnation grower, then continue to Kochi to check in for the evening.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
JR Clement Inn Kochi

Enjoy breakfast before spending the day exploring some of Kochi's finest flower farms, featuring spectacular dahlias, clematis, tweedia, lisianthus, and gloriosa. Round out the day with visits to Makino Botanical Garden and Chikurinji Temple before gathering for a traditional group izakaya dinner.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
JR Clement Inn Kochi

Enjoy breakfast before travelling by private chartered bus to Okayama. Visit the renowned JA Okayama Funao sweet pea farms and the stunning Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's most celebrated landscape gardens, before checking in for the evening.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
The Granvia Okayama

After breakfast, enjoy a full day at your leisure to exploring Okayama and the historic city of Kurashiki at your own pace. Our concierge service will be available to help you plan your day and offer recommendations for sightseeing, shopping, dining, and hidden local gems.

Host Hotel for the Night (Included)
The Granvia Okayama

Enjoy breakfast before travelling to Himeji for an exclusive visit to the JFT Himeji Seika Flower Auction, including time to browse the floral supply department. Later, explore the magnificent Himeji Castle and Kokoen Garden before experiencing Japan's famous Shinkansen bullet train on the journey to Kyoto.

Accommodation: This evening, participants will book their own hotel in Kyoto, allowing the flexibility to choose accommodations that best suit their preferences.

Experience the beauty and traditions of Kyoto on a guided city tour featuring visits to the iconic Kinkakuji Temple, Tenryuji Temple, and the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Enjoy a traditional shojin ryori lunch before concluding the day with a tour and tasting at the renowned SASAKI Sake Brewery.

Accommodation: This evening, participants will book their own hotel in Kyoto, allowing the flexibility to choose accommodations that best suit their preferences.

Spend the day exploring some of Kyoto's most iconic cultural landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizudera Temple, and Toji Temple. Complete your journey with time to wander through the lively Nishiki Market, where local flavours, crafts, and culinary specialties await.

Accommodation: This evening, participants will book their own hotel in Kyoto, allowing the flexibility to choose accommodations that best suit their preferences.

Conclude your journey with an unforgettable day immersed in Japanese culture, including a visit to the historic Ikenobo School, a kimono dressing experience, an ikebana lesson, and a traditional tea ceremony. Celebrate the end of the tour with a memorable farewell dinner at the beautiful SODOH Higashiyama.

Accommodation: This evening, participants will book their own hotel in Kyoto, allowing the flexibility to choose accommodations that best suit their preferences.