Kando Karate & Culture Tour

14 night tour of JaPan

Bookings now Open!

An authentic training and cultural experience for everyone to share.

Tour Overview

Proposed dates: 19 November - 2 December 2025

We will be based in Kobe, Hiroshima and Kyoto; providing us with easy access to the Kansai and Hiroshima regions.

Amazing training experiences at various locations in Kobe, Hiroshima and Kyoto

Cultural highlights including iconic Temples, Shrines and Japanese cuisine

Tour Itinerary

Depart Melbourne 19th November

(approximate date)

Kobe - 6 nights

  • TRAINING: 4 training sessions

    • we will be training with Senior Shukokai Instructors while in Kobe.

  • CULTURE:

    • a visit and memorial to Tani Chojiro Sensei grave

    • Himeji castle & gardens

    • Arima Onsen

Hiroshima - 3 nights

  • TRAINING: 1 training session

    • at a family run dojo

    • with Hiroshima regional Head Kata Coach

  • CULTURE:

    • Hiroshima Peace Park

    • A-Bomb Dome

    • Mitake Dera

    • Miyajima (iconic Gi photo spot)

Kyoto - 3 nights

  • CULTURE:

    • Kyoto Budokan

    • Heian Shrine

    • Tozando & Handicraft Centre

    • Kyou Mizu Dera

    • Golden Pavillion

    • Ninaji Zen Temple

    • 1000 Buddhas

    • Inari Shrine sunset hike

    • and many many more!

“ I have been on multiple tours to Japan and every time, I feel like I get closer to Japan.

There are people from different clubs who join the tour, and we start forming close relationships with each other, and after the tour finishes, I would visit their dojos in Australia to train together which also creates a stronger bond between us.

I would strongly encourage first timers and people who have previously visited Japan to do it with their club as it is a very different experience! ”

— Jordan Kwok (JP Tours in 2017, 2019, 2023)

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Every element of this tour has been expertly curated in consultation with Shihan Paul; so that you can have a unique and authentic experience without having to lift a finger.

Our Kando Karate & Culture Tour Includes:

  • Return flights with Cathay Pacific Airlines

  • Airport transfers in Japan

  • 6 nights accommodation Kobe (includes breakfast)

  • 3 nights accommodation Hiroshima (includes breakfast)

  • 3 nights accommodation Kyoto (includes breakfast)

  • 5 day JR West rail pass

  • New JaPan Made Karate Gi Uniform (Japanese Hayate brand)

  • Luggage portage transfers! (The best invention, ever)

  • All training sessions

  • JTB support and personalised app

  • On the ground, Japanese-speaking tour guide with over 30 years experience (Craig Catania)

Between us and Shihan Paul, we will have heaps of activities leading up to the tour to help you prepare and get the most out of your experience.

PRICING

The below prices are an estimated cost per person and are subject to change.
These prices are inclusive of all travel taxes and GST.

Single: $ 7390

Double/Twin: $ 6930

Triple Share: $ 6750


Prices listed above do not include travel insurance and spending money.


Child pricing is available for travellers under 13 years, check with your Sensei for availability.
Prices will be discounted for non-training travellers.

NOW - Expressions of interest open.

13 December 2024 - Expressions of interest close.

April 2025 - Bookings Open & Deposit Due
- Deposit will be approximately $1500pp
- Bookings taken via web portal

June 2025 - Second Payment Due

August 2025 - Final Payment Due

What happens next?

When booking your tour, we recommend you take out your travel insurance at the same time. Always check the PDS and make sure that your insurance covers you for Martial Arts training.

We recommend CoverMore insurance:

www.covermore.com.au

Ready to join us in JaPan?