Robotics, Engineering, and the Future of Cities in Japan
In Japan, the technology fueling tomorrow’s cities is on display today.
Home to countless organizations specializing in robotics and engineering, this island country is at the forefront of innovation in sustainability and human mobility. From highspeed superconducting magnetic trains to Hybrid Assistive Limb technology, see how the future of cities is closer than you think in the experimental wonderland that is Japan.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
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Day 3: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of Tokyo with a STEM expert
Ascend Tokyo Skytree
Visit the Miraikan Science Museum
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Day 4: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of the Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park
Take a tour of Akihabara Electric Town
Prepare your dinner at a cooking class led by a local Japanese chef
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Day 5: Tokyo • Tsukuba
Travel on a day-trip to Tsukuba
Visit the AIST's Science Square, a showroom of industrial technology
Take a guided tour of one of Tsukuba's premier research facilities
Explore the Space Dome at JAXA, the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency
Learn about Hybrid Assistive Limb technology at Cyberdyne Studios
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Day 6: Tokyo
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
Take a tour of Asakusa Kannon Temple
Visit the Hamarikyu Japanese Gardens to stroll among Japanese greenery and seawater ponds
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Day 7: Tokyo • Yamanashi
Travel on a day-trip to the Yamanashi Prefecture
Explore the interactive exhibits at the Maglev Exhibition Center
See Mt. Fuji
Visit an authentic Japanese Village
Travel by bullet train back to Tokyo
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Day 8: Tokyo
Immerse your entire body into futuristic art exhibits at teamLab Planets Tokyo
Stop by the Unicorn Gundam Statue, a full-scale statue from the series Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Karaoke
A trip to Japan wouldn’t be complete without an evening of singing with friends in your very own private karaoke lounge. Belt your favorite jams in English or Japanese, or just clap along and enjoy a truly authentic Japanese pastime.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 4 more days
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Day 9: Tokyo • Seoul
Fly to Seoul
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Day 10: Seoul
Take a tour of Seoul
With your Tour Director, you will:
- see the Blue House—the residence and office of the President of South Korea
- visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, where you’ll witness a guard-changing ceremony
- visit the National Folk Museum
Prepare an authentic Korean meal at a cooking class
Visit the Bukchon Hanok Village
Visit the Hyundai Motorstudio, Hyundai's largest Automobile Theme Park
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Day 11: Seoul • Suwon
Visit the National Aviation Museum of Korea
Explore the Hwaseong Fortress
View Seoul from the top of N Seoul Tower
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Day 12: Seoul
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Korea Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Take a full-day tour to Korea’s Demilitarized Zone (better known as the DMZ). This 150-mile long demarcated military area separates North and South Korea. Learn about Korea’s complicated internal struggle as you visit notable sites including the Third Tunnel—one of four tunnels underneath the border.
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of Tokyo with a STEM expert
Ascend Tokyo Skytree
Visit the Miraikan Science Museum
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Day 4: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of the Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park
Take a tour of Akihabara Electric Town
Prepare your dinner at a cooking class led by a local Japanese chef
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Day 5: Tokyo • Tsukuba
Travel on a day-trip to Tsukuba
Visit the AIST's Science Square, a showroom of industrial technology
Take a guided tour of one of Tsukuba's premier research facilities
Explore the Space Dome at JAXA, the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency
Learn about Hybrid Assistive Limb technology at Cyberdyne Studios
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Day 6: Tokyo
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
Take a tour of Asakusa Kannon Temple
Visit the Hamarikyu Japanese Gardens to stroll among Japanese greenery and seawater ponds
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Day 7: Tokyo • Yamanashi
Travel on a day-trip to the Yamanashi Prefecture
Explore the interactive exhibits at the Maglev Exhibition Center
See Mt. Fuji
Visit an authentic Japanese Village
Travel by bullet train back to Tokyo
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Day 8: Tokyo
Immerse your entire body into futuristic art exhibits at teamLab Planets Tokyo
Stop by the Unicorn Gundam Statue, a full-scale statue from the series Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Karaoke
A trip to Japan wouldn’t be complete without an evening of singing with friends in your very own private karaoke lounge. Belt your favorite jams in English or Japanese, or just clap along and enjoy a truly authentic Japanese pastime.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 4 more days
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Day 9: Tokyo • Seoul
Fly to Seoul
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Day 10: Seoul
Take a tour of Seoul
With your Tour Director, you will:
- see the Blue House—the residence and office of the President of South Korea
- visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, where you’ll witness a guard-changing ceremony
- visit the National Folk Museum
Prepare an authentic Korean meal at a cooking class
Visit the Bukchon Hanok Village
Visit the Hyundai Motorstudio, Hyundai's largest Automobile Theme Park
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Day 11: Seoul • Suwon
Visit the National Aviation Museum of Korea
Explore the Hwaseong Fortress
View Seoul from the top of N Seoul Tower
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Day 12: Seoul
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Korea Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Take a full-day tour to Korea’s Demilitarized Zone (better known as the DMZ). This 150-mile long demarcated military area separates North and South Korea. Learn about Korea’s complicated internal struggle as you visit notable sites including the Third Tunnel—one of four tunnels underneath the border.
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels (11 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Entrances
Tokyo Skytree, Miraikan - The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park, cooking class, AIST Science Square, guided tour of a research facility, JAXA Space Dome, Cyberdyne Studios, tea ceremony, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Hamarikyu Gardens, Maglev Exhibition Center, Japanese village visit, teamLab Planets (with extension: Gyeongbokgung Palace, cooking class, Bukchon Hanok Village, Hyundai Motorstudio, the National Aviation Museum of Korea, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, N Seoul Tower)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour emergency service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.