Smithsonian Journeys 2017
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A Cruise of Japan<br />
Featuring a Stop in South Korea<br />
From Himeji to Matsue and Osaka<br />
Aboard the 220-guest L’Austral<br />
11 days from $5,995<br />
Includes $1,000 early booking savings<br />
CRUISE<br />
Sells out quickly! Book now!<br />
May 8–18, 2018<br />
Experience the timeless splendors of Japan in the spring as you<br />
cruise the full length of the tranquil Inland Sea of Japan and along the<br />
coast to Matsue. Our voyage also features a stop in the port of Ulsan,<br />
South Korea, for a special visit to historic Gyeongju, the “museum<br />
without walls.”<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Kyoto: Discover an ethereal setting of grand imperial castles, serene<br />
Zen gardens, and graceful Shinto shrines, which reflect Japanese<br />
culture in its purest form. Highlights include Nijo Castle and the<br />
temples of Kinkaku-ji and Ryoan-ji, all World Heritage sites.<br />
Himeji: From the hilltop grounds, admire the impressive Himeji<br />
Castle Complex, the finest surviving example of medieval Japanese<br />
architecture from the Shogun period and a World Heritage site.<br />
Hiroshima and Miyajima: Witness the compelling Peace Memorial<br />
Park, a tranquil space filled with memorials honoring those who<br />
lost their lives at the end of World War II. In Miyajima, tour the<br />
impressive 6th-century Itsukushima Shrine and its stunning Torii gate,<br />
both of which appear to float on water.<br />
Hagi: Visit the old samurai quarter, the evocative 17th-century Toko-ji<br />
Temple of Japanese Zen Buddhism, and the Hagi Uragami Museum.<br />
Matsue: Travel through Matsue, the “City of Water,” to the Adachi<br />
Museum of Art, featuring a collection of Japanese modern art and<br />
perfectly landscaped gardens.<br />
Gyeongju, South Korea: Explore the cradle of the 8th-century<br />
Shilla Kingdom, a World Heritage site, and see the glorious Bulguksa<br />
Temple, Royal Burial Mounds, and the Gyeongju National Museum.<br />
Moji: Stop at the beautiful Akama Shrine as well as the Karato Ichiba<br />
Fish Market during a tour of this port city.<br />
Uno: Discover the picturesque town of Kurashiki, known for its<br />
willow-lined canals and 17th-century mercantile buildings (with<br />
distinctive black-and-white designs) or choose to visit beautiful<br />
Korakuen Garden, one of Japan’s most famous gardens.<br />
Space reserved for 80 <strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong> guests. Learn more about<br />
L’Austral on page 11 and on our website.<br />
Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto<br />
SOUTH<br />
KOREA<br />
Gyeongju<br />
Ulsan Sea of Japan<br />
Hagi<br />
Miyajima<br />
Moji<br />
Richly designed kimonos<br />
Matsue<br />
Sakaiminato<br />
JAPAN<br />
Himeji<br />
Kurashiki Uno<br />
Hiroshima<br />
Inland<br />
Sea<br />
Osaka<br />
Kyoto<br />
Port of Call/Overnight<br />
Featured Site<br />
Ship<br />
Motorcoach<br />
<strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong> Expert<br />
Paula Swart–art historian with expertise in Asian art, culture,<br />
and history.<br />
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