Trip Overview

Our Modern Adventure to Japan is an unparalleled exploration of Japanese art and culture, craft and design, with Heath Ceramics. We start our journey in Tokyo, a co-mingling of the centuries-old and the futuristic, where we'll explore world-class museums and meet some of its most inspiring working artists and craftspeople, including a master ceramicist and an indigo dyer.

From Tokyo we’ll head by Bullet Train to Naoshima Island, Japan's famous art island, a place where each field and slope is just another canvas for some of the world’s greatest art. We'll visit museums and art projects that adorn the island, turning every new path, corner and horizon into something whimsical and unexpected. Then we're off to Osaka to slow it down, with zen meditation, a traditional tea ceremony and an ancient temple visit. To cap off our trip, we’ll spend our final day in Kyoto, where we’ll dive deep into ceramics and pottery—and understand just why Japan leads the world in thoughtful design.

This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure Experience, including the itinerary, food and drink, packing list and more. Keep this document handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 1: TOKYO

DAY 2: TOKYO

DAY 3: TOKYO


DAY 4: TOKYO > NAOSHIMA

DAY 5: TESHIMA

DAY 6: NAOSHIMA > KYOTO

DAY 7: KYOTO

DAY 8: KYOTO > OSAKA > KYOTO

DAY 9: KYOTO > DEPARTURES

Our Accommodations

Park Hyatt Tokyo 

3-7-1-2, Nishishinjuku, Tokyo 163-1055

Tel. +81 3-5322-1234
Park Hyatt Tokyo
tokyo.park@hyatt.com 

An elegant oasis of space and calm, Park Hyatt Tokyo has 360-degree views of the city and Mount Fuji, and is the ideal launchpad for exploring everything Tokyo.

JR Clement Hotel

1 Hamanocho, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0011, Japan

Tel. +81 87-811-1111
JR Clement Hotel  

Look north for scintillating views of the Seto Sea or south to downtown Takamatsu, a port city famous for its teahouses and architecture. Or slumber in luxury in ultra-modern rooms—all imbued with a Japanese simplicity and inviting decor.

Benesse House

Kagawa District, Naoshima, 761-3110 Kagawa

Tel. +81 87-892-3223
Benesse House
info@benessehouse 

Few experiences in life can prepare you for staying at Naoshima Island's Benesse House, a breezy, light-filled gallery space that just happens to moonlight as one of the world’s coziest, most luxurious hotels.

Park Hyatt Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, Masuyacho 360, 605-0826 Kyoto 

Tel. +81 75-531-1234
Park Hyatt Kyoto
kyoto.park@hyatt.com  

Decorated with minimal touches and tamo wood floors and windows for walls, and located in the hills literally steps away from Kyoto's iconic stone-paved slopes and narrow alleys.

Inclusions & Exclusions

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On a Modern Adventure, we’ve worked out all the details for you. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, and much more. Here’s what’s included:

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