Michelin selection
Sukiyabashi Jiro
Private table on request.
Japan
Japan
Where ancient ritual and contemporary refinement meet — from Kyoto's temples to Tokyo's tasting counters.
From Kuwait
10h 45m from Kuwait
Best Time
March – May, October – November
Visa
eVisa required (14-day process)
Climate
Four distinct seasons
Before booking your journey to Japan, review the latest safety, entry, and visa requirements from official government sources. Guidance is updated regularly and can change at short notice. Kuwaiti citizens should also verify citizen-specific guidance through Kuwait MOFA before departure.
KAPICO recommends verifying current travel conditions with official sources. Our specialist team can also advise on visas, health requirements, and local conditions during your consultation.
A welcome from Japan
日本へ ようこそ
Nihon e yōkoso“Welcome to Japan”
A bow, a whisper of tea, the hush of a temple bell.
Japan greets you with quiet precision — every gesture measured, every season honoured. From the incense of a Kyoto machiya to the neon pulse of Shibuya, the country reveals itself in whispers, not declarations.
Why Japan
“In Japan, beauty is not an event — it is a habit, quietly observed in every gesture.”
Pico Iyer
Travel writer · lived in Kyoto for 30 years
When to Travel
Best Season to Visit
Best time: March – May, October – November
Our specialists recommend march – may, october – november for the finest weather, most rewarding festival calendar and optimal balance of hotel availability and pricing. Shoulder months remain excellent for travellers seeking quieter luxury.
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Signature Sanctuaries
Where to Stay
Handpicked residences, from cliff-side villas to imperial ryokans — each vetted personally by our KAPICO specialists.
Curated by Specialists
Experiences
Table Reservations
Dining
Michelin tables, private chef counters and quiet neighbourhood classics — reserved on your behalf.
Michelin selection
Kitcho Arashiyama
Private table on request.
Michelin selection
Narisawa
Private table on request.
Luxury Retail
Shopping Districts
From haute couture flagships to hidden atelier addresses — arranged with private stylists and after-hours access wherever possible.
Flights from Kuwait
Fly to Japan, elegantly
Curated cabins on the region's finest carriers — with your KAPICO consultant securing chauffeur, lounge and seat preferences end-to-end.
Live cabin & fare guidance · updated daily
Emirates
Airbus A380-800
On-Board Experience
Wi-Fi
Chef
Flat-Bed
Amenity Kit
Depart
KWI
Kuwait Intl.
10h 45m
1 stop · Dubai (1h 20m layover)
Arrive
JAP
Morning arrival
Next available
Wed 22 Jul
Flight time
10h 45m
On-time record
92% on-time
Aircraft
Airbus
Commanding Captain
Capt. Omar Al-Mutairi
21,200 hrs · Airbus A380-800 type-rated
Cabin classes
First Class Suite
Private suite with door · Onboard shower spa · Chauffeur both ends
from
KWD 2,450
Business Class
Fully flat bed · Lounge access · Chauffeur service
from
KWD 1,180
Economy Flex
32kg baggage · Skywards miles · Free seat selection
from
KWD 340
ICE EntertainmentWi-FiChef-curated menuArabic service
Fares indicative in KWD, subject to live availability. KAPICO consultants confirm exact schedule, seat map and captain roster at time of booking.
Trip Itinerary
5 Days · 4 Nights in Japan
A premium digital travel guide — schedules, stays, transfers, sightseeing, meals, contacts and local guidance. Tailored end-to-end by your KAPICO specialist.
Hotel Stay
Included
Private Transfers
Included
Sightseeing
Included
Curated Meals
Included
Flights
On request
Visa Assistance
Included
Travel Insurance
On request
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Schedule
- 08:00→ 09:30MealBreakfast at the residenceIn-suite dining at Aman Tokyo.
- 10:00→ 13:00ExperiencePrivate geisha dinnerWith your dedicated English/Arabic-speaking guide and chauffeur.
- 13:30→ 15:00MealLunch — Sukiyabashi JiroReserved table, dietary preferences pre-communicated.
- 15:30→ 18:00LeisureLeisure & spaReturn to hotel for wellness or bespoke shopping.
- 19:30→ 22:00MealSignature dinnerChef's tasting menu with wine or mocktail pairing.
Breakfast · Included Lunch · Included Dinner · Included
Stay
Aman Tokyo
Otemachi Tower, Chiyoda
Room: 84 rooms & suites
Check-in: 15:00
Check-out: 12:00
Specialist on-call
Sightseeing
Private geisha dinner
≈ 2h · Included
Sumo stable visit
≈ 2h · Included
Sakura helicopter tour
≈ 2h · Included
Transfer
Private chauffeur
Mercedes S-Class · English/Arabic driver · Bottled water & Wi-Fi
Flight (on request)
KWI ↔ Japan
Business / First class fares from partner carriers.
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Travel Guidelines
Do's
- Carry passport copy at all times
- Respect local customs & dress codes
- Tip 10% at restaurants
Don'ts
- Photograph government buildings
- Carry restricted medication without prescription
- Engage unlicensed street guides
Weather
Four distinct seasons
Currency
Payment in local currency. KWD conversions on invoice.
Emergency Numbers
Local: 112 · Kuwait Embassy hotline provided on arrival card.
Important Contacts
Tour Manager
Yusuf Al-Sabah
+965 5000 1122
Chauffeur
Local Partner Lead
On arrival card
Local Support (24/7)
KAPICO Japan Desk
+965 2233 4455
Emergency
Kuwait Embassy Hotline
+965 1822 200
Airline Support
24/7 rebooking, upgrades & baggage assistance
Cultural Calendar
Festivals of Japan — time your journey to a moment worth remembering.
Our specialists align your itinerary to the country's most cherished ceremonies. Below, the state to visit for each — and the local guide who will accompany you safely through the crowds.
Entire month of July
Gion Matsuri
Kyoto
Japan's most famous festival — 32 towering yamaboko floats parade through Kyoto. Reserved balcony seats arranged.
Late March – Early April
Hanami Cherry Blossom
Tokyo & Kyoto
Private after-hours viewing at Maruyama Park and the Philosopher's Path with lantern-lit kaiseki dinner.
12 – 15 August
Awa Odori Dance
Tokushima
Four days of choreographed street-dance drawing 1.3 million spectators — extension available.
Safe hands on the ground
Kenji Tanaka
Senior Guide · Kyoto & Tokyo
Temple etiquette, halal-certified kaiseki, private shrine access. Government-licensed National Interpreter Guide.
Japanese · English · Arabic (basic) +81 80 4319 2205
24/7
On-call
Licensed
Government
First-Aid
Certified
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Kuwaiti and GCC travellers ask before booking Japan.