VIRTUAL Summer in Japan Celebration (Online Experience)
Celebrate summer the Japanese way, learning about the festivities, traditions, and foods that make this season so unique!
Highlights
Learn how to enjoy summer in Japan like a local
Find out about classic Japanese summer foods people eat to stay cool
Hear about the cultural practices during Obon, a time for commemorating ancestors
Get inside info about where to travel in Japan for summer adventures
Play interactive games & quizzes
10 meals
Experience Details
Summer in Japan is a special season. With it comes colorful fireworks, spirited festivities, deep-rooted cultural practices, tasty seasonal foods to help you cool down, and fun summertime adventures and activities.
During this online experience, you’ll learn all about what to expect during summer in Japan with a local guide who will share their tips, personal stories, and more! The virtual experience will cover Japanese inventions to beat the heat, seasonal Japanese foods you must try, and the significance of the Obon holiday and how to celebrate it. Your guide will also let you in on the best destinations to visit during summertime in Japan.
Along the way, you can take part in interactive games and quizzes. And no need to take notes; a resource pack will be emailed to you afterwards with all the info from the experience!
While we can’t currently host walking food tours, you can still find out about Japan’s culinary history and get all your travel-related questions answered by an industry pro. Join us on Zoom and learn about all the things to do, see, and eat in Japan during July and August. You’ll come away from the experience with ample knowledge and inspiration for your next trip to Japan!
What You Get
Good To Know
- We will be hosting this online experience on ZOOM. Please be ready about 5 mins before to test out your connection.
- Please don't choose Dec25-26 and Jan1-2, 2022 (we don't have option to block this dates only in this portal) as we don't have available guides for these dates. Thank you for your understanding.
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
After your booking is confirmed, we will send the info for our ZOOM meeting.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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