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Japan Christmas Holidays

Japan Christmas Holidays

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Although not a national holiday in Japan, Christmas is a great time of year to explore this wonderful and diverse destination. The cold, dry weather means the countryside is often blanketed with fresh snow while in the cities you’ll find gorgeous illuminations to mark the festive period, with restaurants, shopping malls and public areas draped in the most incredible displays of lights that will get you in the Christmas mood. In Japan, Christmas is for couples (Christmas Eve is the Japanese version of Valentine’s Day) and for getting together with friends and going out for dinner. Families also indulge in a fun Japanese tradition – getting together to feast on KFC for Christmas dinner (unfortunately not included on our tours) followed by a strawberry shortcake Christmas cake.  

Our Christmas Holidays

Christmas in Japan

Special Festive Experiences on Christmas in Japan

Special Festive Experiences on Christmas in Japan

This tour showcases the bright lights of Tokyo and Osaka, magnificent Mount Fiji and the beautiful Himeji Castle and includes many immersive experiences to help you connect with the Japanese culture, such as soba noodle making, origami classes and a Geisha encounter.

This 17-day Christmas and New Year tour of Japan takes you through a festive journey filled with unique cultural experiences, seasonal beauty, and winter celebrations. Highlights include exploring Tokyo's Christmas illuminations, visiting Mount Fuji with its snow-capped peaks, and celebrating Christmas Day in Kyoto enjoy a wagashi-making class and tea ceremony as well as a Christmas lunch. In Nara, encounter sacred deer and visit Todaiji Temple, while a day trip to Mount Koya offers a serene winter experience at the heart of Shingon Buddhism. The tour culminates with visits to Himeji Castle, a Christmas market in Kobe, and a farewell dinner with Kobe beef. Throughout the trip, you’ll enjoy Japan’s rich history, festive charm, and stunning winter landscapes.