Remember Pearl Harbor Nov. 28, 2016 - Dec. 09, 2016

A Journey to Japan + Hawaii on the 75th Anniversary of the attack on PEARL HARBOR

SAVE $600 per couple | $300 solo When you pay in full at time of booking

Remember Pearl Harbor A journey to Japan + Hawaii on the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor Nov 28 to Dec 9, 2016 | From $6,799 Now $6,499 With specialist Japanese and Hawaiian-American guides, our unique 12-day journey promises a penetrating look into various chapters of the Pacific War. We conclude in Honolulu with special events commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

We Begin our Journey in Japan... Our journey unfolds in Kyoto, never bombed during World War II out of respect for its many historic landmarks which we'll discover. We'll also visit Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima and then travel on to Tokyo and Hakone National Park, revered for its forested mountains and delightful views of Mt. Fuji.

...And Finish in Honolulu Accompanied by our specialist Hawaiian-American guide, we'll visit the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the Pacific Aviation Museum, Punchbowl Cemetery and the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii. We'll also spend a full day participating in the commemorative events for the 75th Anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. Before returning to the mainland, we'll have an entire day at leisure to enjoy Honolulu and our 5-star Waikiki Beach resort.

Our Experiences: + Revered as the cultural heart of Japan, American military leaders chose not to bomb Kyoto during World War II, sparing the many historic landmarks which you’ll visit with our expert guide. + Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and the Yushukan Museum offer insight into the end of World War II and promise a unique foundation for our later visit to Pearl Harbor. + Delight in the forested mountain landscapes of Hakone National Park and views of Mt. Fuji. + Explore moving chapters of the war as you visit the USS Missouri, the Punchbowl Cemetery, and other sites related to Hawaii’s military history. + Join our specialist guide for the+ Save $600 per couple | $300 solo when you pay in full at time of booking * ITINERARY Day 1 - Depart USA The journey begins with your flight to Japan. Day 2 - Welcome to Kyoto After customs, you’ll be transferred to the Granvia Hotel. The balance of this day is yours to relax and enjoy as you wish. Day 3 - Discover Kyoto c Out of respect for its stature as the spiritual and cultural heart of their country, American military command chose not to bomb Kyoto during World War II. With our expert guide, you’ll visit many of the landmarks that still grace the city including Nijo Castle, the Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu, a temple founded more than 1,200 years ago in the forested hills above the city. After sightseeing, dine with Geisha and experience one of Japan’s oldest traditions. meals b+d Day 4 - Visit Hiroshima c Board the world-famous Bullet Train for Hiroshima and visit Peace Memorial Park where the Memorial Museum surveys the city’s history and the events of August 6, 1945. Nearby, the A-Bomb Dome is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that provides a tangible link to Hiroshima’s past. Before returning to Kyoto, you’ll also visit the fascinating Yamato Maritime Museum in the city’s Kure port district. meals b Day 5 - Bullet Train to Tokyo Sit back and enjoy the scenery as you ride in comfort aboard the Bullet Train to Tokyo. Upon arrival, you’ll be escorted to the Tokyo Hilton. meals b+d Day 6 - Old + New in Tokyo After an early breakfast, we’ve arranged for a special tour of the famous Tsukiji Fish Market where you’ll join the city’s best chefs who come daily to procure the freshest seafood. Then join one such master chef to learn the art of preparing restaurantquality sushi! Today’s sightseeing also includes Yasukuni-jinja, which was completed in 1869 as a memorial shrine to the 2.5 million Japanese who have died in war. You’ll also visit the Yushukan Museum, where politically controversial military exhibits are sure to stimulate discussion as you look forward to your visit to Pearl Harbor during its 75th Anniversary. meals b Day 7 - Hakone National Park An unforgettable day unfolds as you ascend to the scenic 5th Station of Mt. Fuji. On a clear day, this site offers wonderful views of Fuji’s nearly-symmetrical peak. Continue to Hakone National Park, beloved for its fragrant pine forests and embark on a cruise across the placid waters of beautiful Lake Ashi. You’ll also ascend Mt. Komagatake by cable car for sweeping views over the region’s forested mountains. Return to Tokyo and enjoy your evening at leisure. meals b Day 8 - Fly to Honolulu You’ll be transferred to Narita International Airport for your nonstop flight to Hawaii. Upon arrival in Honolulu, enjoy a traditional Lei Greeting before we escort you to your oceanview rooms at the deluxe Hyatt Regency Waikiki. meals b+d Day 9 - USS Missouri + Punchbowl Cemetery After breakfast, you’ll meet our specialist guide to begin two days of exclusive exploration, beginning with the Battleship Missouri Memorial. As you tour this 58,000-ton behemoth of a ship, you’ll hear dramatic stories about the last American battleship ever built and the historic events of the Japanese surrender that took place here on its decks. At the nearby Pacific Aviation Museum, set inside two hangars on historic Ford Island, you’ll discover unusual aviation exhibits related to the attack on Pearl Harbor. The buildings themselves still show damage from the events of December 1941. From the waterfront, continue to the National Cemetery of the Pacific. Often referred to as Punchbowl Cemetery, this historic site is set inside a volcanic crater and is the final resting place for thousands of American soldiers and sailors who sacrificed their lives for our nation. Today’s sightseeing ends at Fort DeRussy where the unique exhibits of the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii are displayed in a massive concrete structure built in the early 1900’s as part of a coastal defense system. Helicopters, guns and tanks are just some of the artifacts that tell the story of Hawaii’s military history from ancient times through World War II and the Vietnam War. meals b+l Day 10 - 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor Our special guide will be with us for the full day so that you can participate in all the commemorative events for the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The exact schedule of events, visits and activities will be advised as soon as they are available. meals b+l Day 11 - Day at Leisure + Luau This day is yours to enjoy as you wish on Oahu. This evening, you’ll delight in the traditional food, music and dance of a festive and colorful Hawaiian luau! meals b+d Day 12 - Depart Honolulu After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport for your return flight to the Mainland. meals b  ____________________________________________ Our Special Event Journey Value + Expertly-guided, comprehensive sightseeing including all entry fees + Transportation, specialist guide in Japan and Hawaii, and entry fees to the events and activities for the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor + 16 meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners + 10 nights in our carefully selected deluxe hotels and Waikiki resort + All on-tour transfers and transportation + Air-inclusive rate includes roundtrip international air from Newark, Chicago or San Francisco + Luggage handling and all taxes and fees many events being planned for the 75th Anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. + Includes 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites.  Group size:25 Guests Arrive Kyoto - Per Person Double Dates Land Only Air-Inclusive from San Francisco Departure Return Regular Deal Regular Deal 11/28/2016 12/9/2016   $7,479.00     $7,149.00        $9,129.00 $8,799.00  Air inclusive rates include international airfare, taxes, fuel surcharges and government-imposed fees and are guaranteed upon receipt of deposit. Seats are limited and available roundtrip from SFOonly. For information about the free baggage allowance and applicable fees for the first and second checked bag and carry-on, please visit airline website. Seat assignments are not available on all airlines and are subject to change without notice. Flight schedules are subject to change without notice. Call for more information and reservations: journeyexperienceit@gmail.com  Save $200 per couple + $100 solo on all of our Small Group