Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
DATES: APRIL 2-11, 2026
OPTIONAL OSAKA EXTENSION: APRIL 11-13, 2026
Why travel with us?
Our team has spent countless hours planning trips, traveling, and experiencing new cultures. Our travel expertise and our passion to build a community of travel girls is what led us to start Scout Escapes. We love that traveling can create life-long friendships through experiences you’ll never forget. Here’s what our Japan group trip can offer you:
How it works
REGISTER
Register online to receive confirmation information & book a call with our team to go over group trip details
CONFIRM
Confirm your spot with our trip deposit & booking agreement. Set up your payment plan or financing with Affirm
PREPARE
Prepare for your trip by filling out our detailed questionnaires, joining our group trip chat & pre-trip welcome call
HOTEL SELECTION
Where are we staying?
We want to prioritize your comfort and convenience to provide you the best group travel experience, so we have chosen charming 4 & 5-star hotels throughout Japan!
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo is a stylish, art-forward boutique hotel blending New York-inspired design with Tokyo flair, offering spacious rooms, standout dining, and a lively social hour in the heart of Shinjuku – 4 nights
Fujiya Hotel is an elegant resort established in 1878 blending Meiji-era Japanese and Western architecture … and has hosted royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries– 2 nights
Celestine Kyoto Gion is a stylish boutique‑luxury hotel in the heart of the historic Gion district, seamlessly blending modern comforts with traditional Japanese aesthetics – 3 nights
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka (optional extension) is located in the Namba district, offering floor‑to‑ceiling windows, eight diverse dining venues including a rooftop restaurant and seamless access to shopping attractions – 2 nights
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
What are we doing?
We have crafted a balanced itinerary in order for you with a balance of cultural experiences & unique activities while having plenty of free time to explore on your own!
Sample Japan Itinerary:
Want more travel?
Extend your trip in Osaka
Add some extra sparkle to your trip with a two-night girls getaway to Osaka April 11-13th in Japan’s vibrant, food-loving, neon-lit city full of energy and character. Known for its friendly locals, buzzing nightlife, and mouthwatering street food, Osaka is the perfect place to wrap up your adventure with a fun and flavorful twist.
We’ll start by exploring the retro-glam streets of Dotonbori, where you’ll find iconic neon signs, riverside photo ops, and endless snacks—from crispy takoyaki to fluffy okonomiyaki. Wander through the trendy Amerikamura district for quirky boutiques and vintage finds before we visit Osaka Castle. For a dose of kawaii fun, spend your second day at Universal Studios Japan, especially if you’re Harry Potter fans—or go for a spa day and themed cafes!
JAPAN 2026
Pricing & Inclusions
What’s included
$9000 USD
- 4 & 5-star hotels in Tokyo, Hakone, and Kyoto (double occupancy)
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Dinners at Fujiya Hotel
- Airport transfers on arrival (HND or NRT) & departure days (KIX, HND or NRT)
- Internal transport
- Premium train tickets
- Two half-day private Tokyo tours
- Private Tokyo foodie tour
- Entrance to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Sky, Team Lab Borderless, and Sensoji Temple in Tokyo
- Private day trip to Mount Fuji with visits to Arakurayama Sengen Park and Oishi Park
- Private tour of Hakone with visits to Hakone Open Air Museum & Hakone Shrine
- Tickets to Ropeway to Owakudani Station & Cable Car to Gora Station
- Two half-day private Kyoto tours
- Entrance to the Kinkaku-ji Temple, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto
- Traditional Kimono rental & tea ceremony in Kyoto
- Day trip to Nara with visits to Todaijee Temple and Nara Park
- Welcome & farewell dinners
What’s not included
- Flights
- Additional alcohol, snacks & meals not mentioned
- Taxis/transit on personal time
- Travel insurance (required)
- Airport transfers outside of the tour dates & designated airports
- Optional night street kart experience $100
Osaka Extension
OSAKA: $1350 USD
- 5-star hotel in the Osaka (single occupancy)
- Daily breakfast
- Private guided tour of Osaka with a visit to Osaka Castle
- Airport transfer on departure day (KIX)
Payment information
Who is this trip for?
This trip is perfect for open minded travelers looking to have new experiences, make new friends, and enjoy an amazing trip through some of Japan’s highlights during peak Cherry Blossom season. This trip will be full of cultural experiences, historic sites, foodie finds, and more!
unique considerations for JAPAN
Meet Nicole & Sam
Meet your hosts
scout escapes co founders
Nicole is a luxury travel advisor and co-founder of Scout Escapes. She loves spicy food, photography, pilates, and crossing new destinations and experiences off her bucket list! One of her favorite places to travel is Spain, and her drink of choice will always be a spicy margarita. Number one on her travel bucket list is Iceland and New Zealand!
Sam is a Co-Founder of Scout Escapes and full-time travel blogger and content creator for the past 7 years. She loves curating special experiences on our Scout Escapes trips and scouting the best restaurants, shopping areas & sightseeing. She loves meeting locals while traveling, learning about history & art, trying new foods! Her favorite destination of all time is Paris!
