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Journey through Japan with Aman
"What better way to explore the cultural nuances and dizzying contrasts of Japan than through luxe hotel brand Aman?"
Tokyo Heights
Arriving in Tokyo is like glimpsing a vision of the future. One of the most densely populated cities on the planet, Tokyo has a frenetic pace. In between the high-rise buildings which glitter with neon lights, you’ll find pockets of traditional Japanese culture. With a guide to assist, spend your time exploring tiny sushi bars, robot-theme restaurants, computer game cafes, shrines and museums.
For something different, head out on a one-of-a-kind adventure go-karting the streets of Tokyo, dressed as your favourite video game character. Traditionalists may prefer to attend a sumo wrestling match or tour the ramen joints of Tokyo.
Aman Tokyo
Stay at head-in-the-clouds Aman Tokyo, a beacon of calm minimalism and excellent service. The sky-high spa is the place to top up your zen levels, with its swimming pool that looks out to the city skyline, the Imperial Gardens and beyond to Mount Fuji. Designed by Kerry Hill, design aficionados will love the monochrome interiors palette, with nods to Japan’s heritage with use of water, paper and stone.
Authentic Kyoto
Travelling by bullet train, you will experience Japan’s speedy and efficient transport network as you watch snow-capped Mount Fuji whizz past. In Kyoto, you will notice a distinct change of pace from Tokyo.
With an impressive 17 historical sights, this is a chance to appreciate Japanese architecture, ornate temples and artisan traditions unchanged to this day. With one of our handpicked guides, you will be introduced to hidden lunch spots or you may cycle around Kyoto visiting Nijo Castle and Kiyomizu Temple.
Aman Kyoto
Your second stay will see you introduced to newly opened Aman Kyoto, an intimate resort of just 26 rooms, set in a flourishing forest where mossy stone steps lead to hidden gardens and pavilions. Located in easy reach of Kyoto’s important sites including the golden temple Kinkakuji, the hotel also offers a respite from life on the road. Enjoy the soothing spa and its pools of spring water or take a picnic into the woods. A highlight of your stay will be the privileged opportunity to take tea with a Geisha in an ancient tea house, enjoying tea rituals and dance performances that originated in the 9th century.
Coastal Calm
Your next location shows you another side to Japan. Based on the east coast, Ise-Shima National Park is dotted with holy shrines, some dating back to the 3rd century among its shoreline, inland forests and archipelago of islands. The lush, coastal landscapes are ideal for walks, kayaking and visits to Ise Jungu, one of Japan’s most sacred temples.
Amanemu
Amanemu, on the shore of Ago Bay is a ryokan-inspired retreat where you can soak up ancient Japanese rituals whilst enjoying the mineral-rich waters that flow into stone bathing tubs in varying degrees of temperatures. Out at sea, be privy to a centuries-old tradition where female divers called Ama’s free dive for oysters and shellfish. Try your hand at fishing, and your catch can be created into sushi for supper back at Amanemu, alongside other seafood delicacies which makes use of its coastal position.
Stephanie Carthy
Personal Travel Designer
01488 689700 stephanie.carthy@baileyrobinson.com Read Stephanie’s profile
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