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Dental Study Tour to Japan

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Kevin Esplin
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Dates
6 Oct
17 Oct
2025

Japan is a blend of gracious tradition, exquisite ritual and hyper modernity. Experience the different facets of this exceptional country, seeing its culture, society and history through the prism of your own profession.

This tour includes visits to some of Japan’s most beautiful gardens at a magnificent time of year. See Japan’s traditional art and crafts as well as experiencing its latest technology. Explore one of its most imposing castles and the ancient capital of Kyoto, alongside chic Ginza in Tokyo and the vibrant Namba district of Osaka. Experience lesser-known Japan, including the samurai and geisha quarters of Kanazawa, Miyajima Island in the Inland Sea, the waterways of Tokyo and the laneways of Kyoto.

The tour includes specialist dental visits, talks and meetings with Japanese dentists. The majority of these visits have been organised with the Japanese International College of Dentists. There will also be informal meetings and dinners with College members on the tour.

There is an optional two-night extension prior to the tour, visiting spectacular Mount Fuji by rail. This tour has broad appeal and partners are very welcome.

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At a glance
What you need to know
Type of tour
Professional
Profession
Dentistry
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Nights
11
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Countries
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Tour grade
Moderate
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Dates and places

Itinerary at a glance

1
Tokyo
Monday
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6
October
Arrive in Tokyo, a vast city encompassing a multitude of distinctive personalities, and transfer to the hotel before dinner with the group.
2
Tokyo
Tuesday
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7
October
Visit the historic Asakusa neighbourhood and Senso-ji Temple. Visit a local dental clinic in Ginza. Visit the Skytree for spectacular Tokyo views and cruise along the Sumida River to Hamraiku Garden. Explore the gardens and take tea in a traditional tea house before a welcome dinner in the evening.
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Tokyo
Wednesday
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8
October
Visit the Nihon University School of Dentistry, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo. Partners to visit the Meiji Shrine and fashionable Harajuku area. Continue to the designer shopping area of Omotesando. In afternoon, regroup and visit the Nezu Museum and its lovely garden. Return to the hotel, walking through the upmarket Ginza district.
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Tokyo / Kanazawa
Thursday
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9
October
Take the bullet train across Japan to Kanazawa. Visit the geisha quarter (Higashichaya Old Town) including the Ochaya Bunkakan Sake House, Kaikaro Geisha House, a gold leaf house and museum.
5
Kanazawa
Friday
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10
October
Visit Kenrokuen Garden. Visit the Samurai Quarter including the old pharmacy, the samurai house and garden, the Yuzen Silk Centre and the Kubani Kutaraki pottery.
6
Kanazawa / Nagoya
Saturday
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11
October
Take the Thunderbird train to Nagoya. Visit the Aichi Dental Museum, dedicated to teeth and dental care in Japan's past.
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Nagoya / Hiroshima
Sunday
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12
October
Morning tour of the Toyota Commemorative Museum. In the afternoon take the bullet train to Hiroshima and overnight.
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Hiroshima
Monday
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13
October
Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Cruise on the Inland Sea past Miyajima Island.
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Hiroshima / Kobe
Tuesday
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14
October
Take the train to Kobe, visiting Himeji castle on route. On arrival in Kobe visit the Carpentry and Craft Museum and transfer to the Oriental Hotel.
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Kobe / Kyoto / Kobe
Wednesday
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15
October
Take the train to Kyoto. Visit the Golden Pavilion and its garden. Walking tour to food and craft markets (walk down Nishiki and Teramachi-dori) and explore old Kyoto. Visit to Fushimi Inari and take part in part of the Tofukuji walk. Return to Kobe late afternoon and visit a local clinic. Optional Kobe Beef dinner in the evening.
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Kobe
Thursday
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16
October
Full day at leisure with options to explore Kobe, visit Osaka or return to Kyoto. Farewell dinner.
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Kobe
Friday
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17
October
Morning at leisure and depart Kobe for airport.
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This tour includes visits to some of Japan’s most beautiful gardens at a magnificent time of year. See Japan’s traditional art and crafts as well as experiencing its latest technology.

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What to expect

Tour highlights

Samurai and Geisha Quarters
Kanazawa

Explore the Samurai and Geisha Quarters in Kanazawa.

Hidden urban garden
Tokyo

See a hidden urban garden in the designer area of Tokyo.

Learn of Japan's dental history
Nagoya

Visit the facsinating Aichi Dental Museum in Nagoya and learn of Japan's dental history.

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Beautiful landscapes

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Pre-tour

Tokyo
4 - 6 October 2025

The pre-tour extension visits the Mount Fuji region. There is the option to stay on in Japan and we can assist with additional accommodation or a trip to historic Mount Koya. See brochure for more details.

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Is this tour right for me?

Moderate
Level 3

Some walking between destinations, more time spent standing, and increased travel distances. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.

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We like charm, comfort, convenience in location, and of course, excellence in service. All hotels on this tour will be centrally located medium-grade hotels.

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