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Japanese Alps – Samurai, Sake, Silence
From Tokyo across the mountain regions to Kanazawa – castle towns, Edo-period villages, and one of the country's best sake regions
6 Days / 5 Nights
April–June and December–February for snow
3 Stopps
Why This Route?
Japan off the beaten path – Crafts, wooden houses, mountains, and magical winter snowscapes
Hidden Gems
- Asa-ichi Morning Market in Takayama by the river
- Higashi Chaya Teahouse District in Kanazawa by lantern light
Itinerary
Stop 1 • 2 Nights
Tokio
Region
Route highlight
Tokyo ist weit mehr als nur eine Stadt; es ist eine ausgedehnte Metropolregion, die futuristische Innovation mit tief verwurzelten Traditionen verbindet. Du findest hier sowohl pulsierende Stadtviertel als auch ruhige Oasen und beeindruckende Natur in der Peripherie. Lass dich von der schieren Größe und Vielfalt dieses einzigartigen Ortes verzaubern.
5 Sights
5 Restaurants
Stop 2 • 1 Night
Tokio
Region
Route highlight
Tokyo ist weit mehr als nur eine Stadt; es ist eine ausgedehnte Metropolregion, die futuristische Innovation mit tief verwurzelten Traditionen verbindet. Du findest hier sowohl pulsierende Stadtviertel als auch ruhige Oasen und beeindruckende Natur in der Peripherie. Lass dich von der schieren Größe und Vielfalt dieses einzigartigen Ortes verzaubern.
5 Sights
5 Restaurants
Stop 3 • 2 Nights
Kanazawa
City
Rich in culture and history. Perfect for an exciting city trip and Perfect for unwinding and relaxation.
Discover the former samurai stronghold, known for its magnificent Kenrokuen Garden, well-preserved samurai districts, and traditional craftsmanship.
5 Sights
5 Restaurants
Cultural Heritage and Arts
Kanazawa, having remained untouched by the bombings of World War II, preserves to this day a rich cultural and historical identity deeply rooted in the Edo period. Under the rule of the powerful Maeda clan of the Kaga domain, the city developed into one of Japan's most significant cultural centers, comparable to Kyoto and Edo. This era shaped Kanazawa as a stronghold of arts and crafts.The city is renowned for its unique architecture, including the magnificent Kenroku-en Garden, considered one of Japan's most beautiful, as well as the preserved samurai residences in the Nagamachi district and historical teahouse districts like Higashi Chaya. Traditional crafts such as gold leaf production, for which Kanazawa produces almost all of Japan's supply, and the intricate Kaga Yuzen silk dyeing remain vibrant today. These unique features reflect the city's artistic heritage and uninterrupted cultural development.
3 Stopps
Route Summary
Duration6 Days
Stops3 Places
TypeCulture
Best Time to GoApril–June and December–February for snow