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Join Japan Deluxe Tours and spend valuable time at the first and sole quilt museum in Japan with all of Japan's can't miss handicraft & stitch art spots on our fully-guided Quilt Japan Tours. Shop for the best fabrics & materials along Tokyo's top craft and DIY stores, join interactive traditional craft workshops in Tokyo, Shimane (Izumo), and Kyoto, and find inspiration along Japan's best arts and craft museums.
Textiles are one of the oldest art forms of Japan, practiced and refined over centuries. Woven Textiles, Dyeing, Embroidery, Decorative Stitching to name a few. Starting this incredible tour with Tokyo for sightseeing, shopping in Nippori Textile town, Yoko Saito's Quilt Party and Sashiko Museum. Then travel to Izumo where the first and sole quilt museum is located in Japan. Continuing to Kyoto, experience hands-on workshops with various traditional textiles and craftsman's original techniques.
One of the world's largest quilt festival includes about 150 pieces of exhibition of contestant's best creation, various workshops for beginners to advanced, and famous artists gallery. In addition to that there are any side shops about sewing. *Tokyo International Great Quilt Festival: (Permanently Cancelled)
You can learn everything about Japanese Shibori Dyeing techniques at the Shibori Museum. Not only Japanese, but other countries' Shibori as well. Enjoy their dazzling exhibitions.
Nippori Textile Town is the premier destination in Tokyo for fabric shopping. This district is lined with numerous fashion shops, selling all kinds of beautiful fabric often at discounted prices.
Founded in 1653, Ozu Washi carries everything from high-grade traditional Japanese Paper (Washi) to products used by artists all over Japan. The store has papers suited for calligraphy, Japanese-style paintings, block print, paper art, origami, and more.
The Kyoto Shishu Restoration Studio is dedicated to repairing embroidery and traditional cloth pieces, The Studio is operated by Wakosha, a cleaning company that specializes in Kimono for Buddhist monks.
Sashiko, little stabs
is a Japanese traditional form of decorative reinforcement. The Sashiko Museum is dedicated to modern sashiko artist Akie Sakamoto. The museum itself is very valuable to see. An old house build over 200 years ago was moved to location and remodeled.
Partake in a craft Indigo Dyeing Workshop at this charmingly preserved traditional Japanese street. Sometimes referred to as Japan Blue today, indigo dye is one of the most popular colors in Japan and around the world.
Yoko Saito is a quilting legend and celebrated Japanese artist. She is also an instructor of NHK Cultural Center holding a quilt workshop. Her beautiful precise needlework has reputation from worldwide because she does quilt workshops and publishes her books in France, Italy, British, Taiwan, and so on.
Known as one of the most renowned artists of Japanese style quilting, Mutsuko Yawatagaki puts American quilting and Japanese traditional culture together in a beautiful way using the 100-300 years old kimono as materials.
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Quilt Masterpieces & Artisan Crafts: A Deep Dive into Japan's Textile
11 Days
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Tour Tokyo's Arts & Craft Culture
6 Days 2 Cities
from Tokyo to Tokyo
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Travel Japan One Stitch at a Time
11 Days 4 Cities
from Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)
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Exclusive Kimono Quilt Workshop & Craft Experiences
11 Days 11 Cities
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Already planning an Asia or Japan cruise vacation? Extend your journey on land with our fully guided Japan tour packages, perfectly timed to match cruise arrivals in Yokohama, Tokyo, and Kobe. Use this Cruise Connecting Japan Tours page to find tour dates, port information, and the best ways to explore Japan before or after your cruise.
Disembark in Yokohama, Tokyo, or Kobe and step straight into a small-group or private Japan tour. We coordinate port transfers, hotels, and sightseeing so your cruise extension stays seamless.
Choose the tour style that best matches your cruise schedule. Combine scheduled Group Tours, flexible Private Tours, or fully Custom Itineraries to build the perfect Japan cruise extension.
Join our small-group escorted tours on set departure dates. Simply match your cruise arrival to our tour calendar and book the dates that fit.
Design a short 3–5 day private tour around your cruise schedule. Many of our recommended options include port-to-hotel transfers for a seamless experience.
Want something completely original? Tell us your cruise itinerary, ports, travel dates, and interests, and we will design a custom tour around it.
Most international cruise ships calling on Japan dock at these three ports, making it easy to join our tours with smooth logistics from ship to hotel to sightseeing.
Japan’s main cruise port and the most common arrival point for international cruises. Convenient access to Tokyo and easy meeting points for our tour departures.
Ideal for pre-cruise stays and short Tokyo-based experiences. Add a night in the city, explore local neighborhoods, or enjoy a half-day tour before boarding.
Close to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, Kobe is perfect for exploring Japan’s classic cultural region before or after your cruise.
Many major cruise lines operate Japan itineraries that call at Yokohama, Tokyo, and Kobe. If your sailing stops at one of these ports, you can connect directly to our land tours.
Note: We are not affiliated with these cruise brands. They are shown as examples of cruise lines that commonly operate Japan itineraries compatible with our land tours.
Enjoy shades of red & orange leaves through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima & Southern Japan during our Autumn Japan Tours.
When the heat of the summer begins to fade and the leaves colors change, you know autumn is just around the corner. The cool, crisp air signals one of the best times to visit Japan. While Spring is marked with pink cherry blossoms, the a Fall Japan Tour is full of bright red & orange foliage.
Get an accurate quote on any of our group tours listed on our website. Once you find a tour you like, all you need to do is fill out some basic logistics and your quote will show up on your screen. We will also have agents available during business hours to answer any questions you may have.
Being able to not only see but also touch and taste while you travel are essential to truly understanding a culture. Rather than only taking you to free attractions, we aim to provide you with engaging experiences run by local establishments and/or in collaboration with prominent figures for an unforgettable trip.
Choose from a wide selection of tours, some of which target specific interests and hobbies. Whether this is your first or second time visiting Japan, you are sure to discover something new to explore through any of our anime, quilting, culinary, Japanese ancestry, or trekking off the beaten path tours.
