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Explore Japan with ITT!

MWR Atsugi's International Tours & Travel (ITT) program specializes in unforgettable day tours across Japan, offering unique experiences in both bustling cities and serene countryside locations. 

New tours are published here at the beginning of every month. Stop by the ITT office (Bldg.978) to set up your online purchase account.

  • Monday-Friday | 0900-1730
  • Phone: 0467-63-3786
  • Email: nafamwrITT@us.navy.mil
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Sat, May 2: Green Tea Picking & Shimada Rose Hill Garden Park

Cost & Ages: $45 (12 & up) | $40 (6-11) | $30 (0-5)

Reward Points: 350

Enjoy tea picking at Greenpia Makinohara Tea Farm in Shizouka Prefecture. Afterwards we will have lunch at Kadode-Oigawa roadside station where you can see steam locomotives, such as Thomas from Thomas & Friends. Lastly, we will visit Shimada Rose Hill Park, a prominent 1.9-hectare floral garden with approximately 9,000 rose bushes consisting of 500 varieties from around the world.

Bring Yen and wear comfortable shoes. Strollers are not recommended.

Sun, May 3: Mitsumine Shrine & Musashi Kyuryo National Forest Park

Cost & Ages: $38 (15 & Up) | $30 (0-14) | (E1-E5): $30

Reward Points: 300

Mitsumine Shrine is nestled in a forested area at the summit of Mt. Mitsumine in Chichibu that is colorfully and ornately decorated. Afterwards we will go to Musashi Kyuryo National Park, located on Hiki Hills in Namegawa, Saitama Prefecture. It is also recognized as a national forest park. In 1974, it opened as the first national park.

Admission fees are included.

Bring Yen or lunch. Wear comfortable shoes.

Sat, May 9: Mt. Fuji Station 1-5 Hike (Advanced Level)

Cost: $45 | (E1-E5): $36

Reward Points: 300

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and natural beauty as you hike up from Mt Fuji station 1 to sation 5 (Subaru Line 5th station).

Due to the length of this hike the minimum age is 5 years.

Advanced: Trails are 90% up and downhill with rugged and slippery terrain, with a total distance of 6 to 10 miles. Mt. Fuji falls into this category due to its high elevation.

Sun, May 10: Grand Sumo Match & New Sanno Brunch

Cost & Ages: $100 (13 & up) | $82 (6-12) | $70 (0-5) | (E1-E5): $80

Reward Points: 100

Discover Japanese culture up close at a Grand Sumo event! Before heading to the arena, we'll kick things off with a delicious brunch at the New Sanno Hotel. Seating requests are not available at the sumo match and outside food or beverages are not permitted.

Sat, May 16: Kamikochi Nature Walking

Cost: $45 | (E1-E5): $36

Reward Points: 450

Enjoy the natural beauty of Kamikochi Mountain ranges, rivers and streams. There are numerous restaurants and food vendors in the area.

Rain gear is recommended.

Sun, May 17: Bamboo Wind Chime Craft Making & Planetarium

Cost & Ages: $65 (15 & up) | $60 (4-14) | $35 (0-3)

Reward Points: 300

Experience making a beautiful bamboo wind chime that will fill your home and outside area with soothing sounds. Afterwards we will have lunch. Lastly, At Discovery Planetarium you can learn about star constellations and planets.

For ages 0-3, a fee for Bamboo Wind Chime Craft is not included.

Sat, May 23-25: Hiroshima & Kyoto Overnight

Single Room: $466 (18 & Up)

Twin Room: $385 (12 & up) | $357 (6-11)

Triple Room: $353 (12 & up) | $325 (6-11)

Reward Points: 1600

Tour price includes bus transportation, two-night accommodations, and admission fees for the scheduled places and with Sunday and Monday breakfast.

Sale ends on Mon, Apr 20!

Sat, May 30: Togakushi Five Shrine Sightseeing & Walking

Cost: $45 | (E1-E5): $36

Reward Points: 500

At Mount Togakushi, we'll explore five sacred shrines: Okusha, Kuzuryūsha, Chūsha, Hōkōsha, and Hinomikosha.

Sun, May 31: Kayaking at Lake Naramata

Cost & Ages: $70 (6 & up) | $56 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 400

Paddle through the beautiful waters of Lake Naramata and soak in the scenery. This man-made lake sits 900 meters above sea level, nestled in the Fujikawa-Minakami Nature Preserve in Gunma Prefecture.

Admission fee is included. Bring a towel, and a change of clothes. Be sure to bring water shoes for this activity.

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Sat, Jun 6: Iris Festival, Sake Brewery & Kashima-Jingu

Ages & Cost: $50 (12 & up) $45 (6-11) $35 (0-5)

No Blue Jacket (E1-E5) price for this tour

Reward Points: 300

Depart: 0600 | Return: 1900

At Itako Botanical Garden Iris Festival in Ibaraki, enjoy a half-hour boat ride drifting through over a million iris blooms spanning more than 400 different species. Afterward, we head to Aiyu Sake Brewery to see how sake is made, then close out the day with a visit to the beautiful Kashima-Jingu Shrine.

Admission fees are included. Due to age restrictions at the brewery, the minimum age to enter is 6 years old.

Sun, Jun 7: Washing Making Experience

Cost & Ages: $50 (6 & up) | $40 (3-5) | $30 (0-2)

Reward Points: 250

Depart: 0630 | Return: 1900

Try your hand at making Washi, the traditional Japanese paper, and decorate it however you like. Next, head to the orchard and pick as many cherries as you can eat in 30 minutes — with additional cherries available for purchase. Lastly, we will visit Chateau Katsunuma, a direct sales store featuring free wine tasting.

Washi making is not included for ages 0-2. Bring rain gear.

Sat, Jun 13: Irozaki Boat Cruise & Hydrangea Festival

Cost & Ages: $45 (12 & up) | $40 (4-11) | $30 (0-3) | $36 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 300

Depart Atsugi: 0600 | Return: 1930

Set sail on an Irozaki Boat Cruise off the dramatic coast of Izu Peninsula, then take in the vibrant colors of the Hydrangea Festival at Shimoda Park.

Admissions to all scheduled locations are included. If the cruise is canceled due to inclement weather, we will visit Shimoda Acquarium instead.

Sun, Jun 14: Amabiki Kannon & Hydrangea Forest Temple

Cost & Ages: $40 (15 & up) | $30 (0-14) | $32 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 350

Depart: 0600 | Return: 1930

We will begin at Amabiki Kannon Temple. The hydrangeas in full bloom across the vast grounds of the temple on the hillside are truly a must-see. The walk to the temple is about 145 meters. We’ll then stop at Ami Outlet Mall for lunch before closing the day at Nihonmatsuji Temple, known as the Hydrangea Forest.

Fri, Jun 19-21: Nachi Waterfall, Kumano Kodo & Ise Overnight

Single Room: $465 (18 & up)

Twin Room: $400 (15 & up) | $395 (6-14)

Triple Room: $375 (15 & up) | $370 (6-14)

Reward Points: 1,000

Depart: Friday, June 19 | Return: Sunday, June 21

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Sat, Jun 20: Pottery Making Experience & Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

Cost & Ages: $50 (3 & up) | $30 (0-2) | $40 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 300

Depart: 0700 | Return 1900

Fun for the whole family! Get hands-on at Shizuoka Pottery and create your own handmade piece to take home. After lunch at Road Station Soratto, we visit Shizuoka Sengen Shrine — a major religious complex in Shizuoka City often called the “Nikko of the Tokai Region” for its ornate, brilliantly lacquered architecture.

Admission tickets are included. Please trim your nails before the tour. Allow approximately two months for baking and shipping of your pottery.Pottery making is not included in the (0–2 yrs) price.

Sun, Jun 21: Fuji Safari Park

Cost & Ages: $70 (15 & up) | $62 (4-14) | $45 (0-3) | $56 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 200

Depart: 0700 | Return: 1800

Get up close with a variety of animals roaming in natural settings at Fuji Safari Park. Restaurants and gift shops are available on site. All admission fees are included for the thrilling Jungle Bus tour.

Sat, Jun 27: Mt. Tsukuba Hike

Cost: $50 | $40 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 250

Depart: 0600 | Return: 1830

Explore the natural beauty of Mt. Tsukuba, where on a clear day you can take in sweeping views of Mt. Fuji and the surrounding mountain ranges stretching into the distance.

This hiking trail features rugged terrain with high, uneven steps that can be demanding on the knees.*Advanced: Trails are 90% uphill/downhill with rugged and slippery terrain. Total distance: 6–10 miles. Mt. Fuji falls into this category due to its high elevation.

Sun Jun 28: Hakone Glass Blowing & Cruise

Ages & Cost: $70 (12 & up) | $65 (6-11) | $30 (0-5) | $56 (E1-E5)

Reward Points: 100

Depart: 0800 | Return: 1900

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Try your hand at the art of glass blowing and explore the variety of activities at Hakone Gora Park. We’ll also stop at Togen-dai Port for lunch before boarding a cruise on Lake Ashi to take in views of Mt. Fuji and the iconic Torii Gate of Hakone Shrine.

Due to minimum age requirements at the glass blowing craft shop, the minimum age for this tour is 6 years. Glass blowing is not included in the price for ages 0–5. Allow approximately one week for shipping of your finished glass piece.

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Daycation Rewards Program

Receive REWARD POINTS every time you complete a tour. These points can be used toward discounts up to 100% for future tours. Earn points when you complete a tour, bring an guest on a tour, and use MWR charter services to Haneda or Narita airport.

Daycation Rewards Milestones

  • 1,000 points = 20% off any tour
  • 2,000 points = 40% off any tour
  • 3,000 points = 60% off any tour
  • 4,000 points = 80% off any tour
  • 5,000 points = FREE TOUR

Tour Cancellation Policy

Written documentation must be presented for a refund, without exception. Your receipt is required to issue a refund.

One-Day Tours – If you cancel 6 business days prior to your scheduled tour, no charge will be assessed. If you cancel 1-5 business days prior, you will be charged 50% of the total price of the tour. If you cancel on the date of the tour or seek a refund past the date of the tour, no refunds will be given. Business days exclude weekends and U.S. holidays.

Overnight Tours – If you cancel 11 business days prior to your scheduled tour, no charge will be assessed. If you cancel 7-10 business days prior, you will be charged the deposit of the tour. If you cancel 6 business days prior, or on the date of the tour, or seek a refund past the date of the tour, no refund will be given, except in the event of valid duty commitment

Cancellation cannot be accepted for tours that require admission tickets in advance. Refunds cannot be made after acceptance of reservations for such events (i.e. sumo tournaments, kabuki performances, baseball games, and concerts.) Please inquire at the Tours office for the full cancellation/refunds policy.

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