Travel with Flowers is pleased to invite you to
‘Hanami’ 2027 Japan Flower Tour
March 19th - 30th, 2027
Our Japan Flower Tour & Workshop is Back by Popular Demand!
Join us for this exciting 12-Day Flower Adventure through Japan, we will revisit many of the highlights from our previous journey… from the serene countryside of Shikoku Island to the cultural treasures of Kyoto, Himeji, Nara, and Osaka. Hosted by Hitomi Gilliam, Kiyomi Kurihara, & Yukari Mitsui, they will take you through the Japanese countryside visiting Flower Farms, historical cities and landmarks, Botanical Gardens, and more. From Shikoku Island to Kyoto, Himeji, Nara, and Osaka, this exciting trip blends Japanese Culture with Japanese Flowers & Art!
What’s Included
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A 12-Day Flower Adventure through Japan lead by Hitomi Gilliam
• 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. -
Highlighted Locations & Activities
• 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! -
Specifics included in Registration
• 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
Pricing
$7500 USD (Single Occupancy)
Secure your Spot with a US$500 Deposit
Detailed Itinerary Coming Soon.
‘A personal highlight for me were the visits to the growers and their greenhouses. I was actually speechless when we entered the Gloriosa lily greenhouse; such a sight to behold those beautiful flowers towering over our heads. Wow!!’
- Katherine Glazier, 2025 Tour Member
Secure your spot with a fully-refundable US$500 Deposit
Open to all florists, floral design enthusiasts, & flower lovers alike
Initial Balance Payment (US$3500) due 07/31/2026
Remaining Balance Payment (US$3500) due 11/30/2026
Registration Rules
FAQs
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Absolutely! We will be hosting our first Tour Orientation Session in June & will cover all add-on options, such as bringing a guest for individual days (or) all non-workshop tour activities.
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Full Refunds of all payments can be issued before August 15th, 2026 without penalty, registration cancellations after this date can be deferred to another Travel with Flowers Tour within (2) years of cancellation.
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International Flights + Airport Taxes
Accommodations for final 4 Nights in Kyoto (March 27-31, 2027)
All Food & Beverage not listed
Entrance to Attractions not listed + items of a personal nature
Cancellation Insurance
Gratuity / Tipping
Travel Insurance (we strongly advise you to have travel insurance)
Travel Visas
Don’t miss your chance to experience Japan like never before.