San-in Cherry Blossom Tour 2026

San-in Cherry Blossom Tour 2026

6 Days 5 Nights

8th – 13th April 2026

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Overview

Experience the San’in Region in Cherry Blossom Season

The San’in Region (San’in Chihō) is a culturally rich, less-visited area on the northern coast of Japan’s main island, Honshu, facing the Sea of Japan, primarily comprising Tottori and Shimane Prefectures.

Known for its historical myths, serene landscapes, abundant seafood, and hot springs, it offers a glimpse of traditional, rural Japan, untouched by the fast pace of major cities, with attractions like Matsue Castle, Izumo Taisha Shrine, and the Adachi Museum of Art

This fully-escorted tour will introduce you to colourful culture, captivating scenery and gourmet foods unique to Japan experienced only on this tour.

Highlights

  • Visit the famous Tottori Sand Dunes and the Watanabe Museum of Art.
  • Visit the world-famous Izumo Taisha shrine
  • Visit Matsue Castle -one of Japan’s National Treasures
  • Stay at Japanese-style ryokan inns and luxuriate in hot spring spa onsens.
  • Feel the warmth of the local hospitality and cuisine unique to this sparsely-populated region
  • Experience a Kaiseki Dinner feast in a traditional inn.
  • Enjoy a coastal boat tour and visits to ancient shrines.
  • Experience a Japanese paper workshop - and make your own!

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San-in Cherry Blossom Tour 2026
From $3,312.79
/ Twin Share
From $4,115.89
/ Solo travellers
  • Private Vehicle
  • 4-8
  • Western-style hotels | Japanese traditional inns
  • Medium
  • Tokyo
  • Okayama
  • Fully Escorted
  • English
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner ( where indicated on itinerary)
  • 1 - 8

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Ken Takenaga

Born in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan, Ken moved to the USA as a teenager.

He was immersed in American culture and language, which he combines with his deep understanding of Japan’s colourful history in a way few tour guides accomplish.

Ken’s passion for and profound knowledge of southern Japan’s history and key historical sites plus his fluency in English make him the perfect guide for English-speaking tourists here.

He is a rare combination of military precision, comprehensive knowledge, and genuine connection, qualities invaluable as a tour guide for both large groups or smaller custom tours.
Ken has more than a decade of experience guiding groups.