Walk Japan, known for its unique walking tours, has been offering educational journeys in Japan since 1996. These tours are crafted in collaboration with schools to provide students with immersive cultural experiences, combining education with real-world exposure. Students engage with local communities, stay in rural guesthouses, and participate in cultural traditions, enhancing their understanding of Japanese culture.
One of the tours, “Okinawa: Life and Culture on Japan’s Southern Islands,” is a six-day, five-night exploration of the Ryukyu Islands. It includes visits to the Okinawa Peace Memorial Museum and Sefa-utaki, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another tour, “Kunisaki: Revival in Rural Japan,” spans seven days and six nights, focusing on Shinto-Buddhist traditions and sustainable farming.
The “Nakasendo Way: Japan on Foot” tour offers a seven-day journey along an ancient highway, providing insights into samurai culture. Students experience traditional living and end with a karaoke session. The “Western Japan: An Exploration of Culture and Society” tour covers nine days across Kyushu and Honshu, including Hiroshima and Kyoto, with activities like tea ceremonies and wadaiko drumming.
Finally, the “Japanese Journey: History, Culture & Society from Kyoto to Tokyo” is a ten-day tour that explores the Nakasendo Way and the Edo period, offering a blend of rural and urban experiences. Walk Japan’s tours are available for students aged 12 and above, with itineraries starting at five days
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