INFORMATION, TOURS & TRAVEL: Crossroads Bldg#410 (253-4377

Hours: Mon~Fri 9:30am-6pm Sat 9:30am-3pm Closed US Holidays

All train and hotel reservations made through IT&T need to be purchased Monday - Friday.

Our staff is happy to help with any travel arrangements for your business or vacation trips within Japan. You can find train & bus tickets, accommodation directions & information, and destination brochures at our Crossroads office. IT&T also offers various bus trips and tours with a proficient tour guide nearly every weekend, to help you fill your days with culturally enriching activities. Other services such as luggage delivery, camping/restaurant reservations are also available. Please stop by and let us help you broaden your horizons.

 

Friday, Feb 12 2010
  5:00 PM Nagano 'Happo' Ski Overnight
Runs from Friday, Feb 12 2010 5:00 PM to Tuesday, Feb 16 2010 9:00 AM
SOLD OUT!

Nagano 'Happo' Ski overnight is SOLD OUT.

Thank you for all those who signed up. Visit ITT to learn about future ski trips.

Saturday, Feb 20 2010
  7:00 AM Sasebo Navy Base
Runs from Saturday, Feb 20 2010 7:00 AM to Saturday, Feb 20 2010 11:30 PM
Have fun at another Base in Japan!

Sign up begins December 21, 2009

Would you like to visit another base in Japan? Shop at the Navy Exchange or explore downtown Sasebo.

An optional 99 Islands Cruise is available for a small fee.

Price
*Adult:$35
*6-11yrs:$28
*5yrs & under:$18
*Above price includes bus transportation only.

Other information
*Please bring some Japanese Yen for an optional tour to 99 islands cruise if you would like to join.1200yen for adult, 600yen for child 6-11.
*$5.25 Subway lunch box is available for this trip. Please place an order at IT&T when you sign up.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Sunday, Feb 21 2010
  7:00 AM Geihoku Ski Trip
Runs from Sunday, Feb 21 2010 7:00 AM to Sunday, Feb 21 2010 7:30 PM
SOLD OUT!

Sign up begins December 21, 2009

SOLD OUT

Geihoku ski resort has many Green and Blue runs, so anyone from beginners to experts will have fun!

Enjoy skiing/snowboarding!

Price:
Adult $20
Child 6-11 $15
Child 5 & under $10
*Above prices are bus trasnportation only.

Other information
*Please purchase your lift ticket at the ski resort on your own.
*Please check out your ski/snowboard gear on Feb 16 or 17 from MCCS Gear Issue by yourself. Contact them at 253-3822.
*Please bring enough yen cash for this trip.

Saturday, Feb 27 2010
  7:00 AM Nagasaki Lantern Festival
Runs from Saturday, Feb 27 2010 7:00 AM to Sunday, Feb 28 2010 9:30 PM
SOLD OUT! Thank you.

Sign up begins December 28, 2009

SOLD OUT

On the first day, we will take you to Nagasaki Peace park so that you can enjoy some free time, after that we will go downtown Nagasaki and check into the hotel.
Once there, you can enjoy the annual festival to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Performances from a Chinese dragon dance, lion dance, acrobat show and many more will be performing at the festival site. You will also have a chance to enjoy delicious Chinese food available in Chinatown.

Price
Adult: $79
Child 4-11: $67
Child 3 & under: $59
*Above prices include bus seat only.
*Hotel fee must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel Information
Comfort Hotel Nagasaki
Address: 8-17 Kabashima-machi Nagasaki city, Nagasaki 850-0034
Phone#: 095-827-1154

Wednesday, Mar 3 2010
  10:30 PM Tokyo Fun Trip
Runs from Wednesday, Mar 3 2010 10:30 PM to Monday, Mar 8 2010 10:00 PM
Have fun in the biggest city in Japan!

Sign up begins Jan 4
Indulge in shopping, entertainment, and sightseeing of old and new Japan. Everything you want to do is available in this megalopolis. Optional tours to Tokyo Disney Land / Sea and Tokyo sightseeing are also available.

Price
*Adult: $153
*Ages 11 & under: $121
*Above price includes bus seat only.
*Hotel fee and the optional tour fees must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Please bring your own pillows/blankets for a comfortable bus ride.
*Minimum of 12 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel information
The New Sanno Hotel
Unit 45003
APO AP 96337-5003
(DSN)229-7220

Saturday, Mar 13 2010
  7:00 AM Kyoto 2 Day Trip
Runs from Saturday, Mar 13 2010 7:00 AM to Sunday, Mar 14 2010 9:30 PM
Enjoy sightseeing at the old capital of Japan!

Sign up begins Jan 13

Day 1: Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Jingu Shrine
Day 2: Sightseeing at the famous Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoanji Temple, both of which are registered as World Heritage sites. Time will be set aside for lunch and shopping at Kyoto station area.

Kyoto, the old capital of Japan, is an experience you do not want to miss!


*Adult: $110
*Child 4-11: $78
*Child 3 & under: $64 (bus seat only)
*Above price includes bus transportation, admission fees for Kiyomizu temple, Kinkakuji temple (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoanji Temple.
*Hotel fee must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*$5.25 Subway lunch box is available for this trip. Please place an order at IT&T when you sign up.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel Information
Holiday Inn Kyoto
Address: 36 NISHIHIRAKI-CHO TAKANO SAKYO-KU KYOTO, 606 JAPAN
Phone: 075-721-3131

Sunday, Mar 14 2010
  7:00 AM Fertility Festival Overnight
Runs from Sunday, Mar 14 2010 7:00 AM to Monday, Mar 15 2010 1:00 AM
Enjoy the annual festival to pray for fertility!

This trip is for Adults (18yrs & up) ONLY

Sign up begins January 14

Exclusively for adults, find out how some Japanese celebrate fertility. This famous festival will be held at Tagata town in Aichi Prefecture every year. Also enjoy Nagoya City where you will spend a night.

Price
$82
*The price includes bus transportation and an admission fee for the castle.
*Hotel fee must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Please bring your own pillows/blankets for a comfortable bus ride.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel information
Nagoya Sakae Tokyu Inn
3-1-8, Sakae, Naka-Ku, Nagoya-Shi
Aichi Pref. 460-0008
Phone: 052-251-0109

Saturday, Mar 20 2010
  7:30 AM Shuhodo Cave & Safari land
Runs from Saturday, Mar 20 2010 7:30 AM to Saturday, Mar 20 2010 6:00 PM
Enjoy the view of great cavern and a crouse at the Safari land!

Sign up begins January 20

Visit one of the most spectacular caverns in the world. Shuhodo Cave exploration is followed by a tour through Safari Land, a wildlife preserve. You will have time to enjoy the petting zoo, too. Bring your own lunch.

Price
*Adult: $69
*12-15yrs: $66
*4-11yrs: $41
*3yrs & under: $23(bus seat only)
*Above price includes bus seat and admission fee for the cave and Safari land.

Other information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*Bring your own lunch or $5.25 Subway lunch box is available for this trip. Please place an order at IT&T when you sign up.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Sunday, Mar 21 2010
  6:00 AM Kochi Castle & Sunday Market
Runs from Sunday, Mar 21 2010 6:00 AM to Sunday, Mar 21 2010 10:30 PM
Enjoy Shopping and the view of the castle!

Sign up begins January 21

Kochi castle, built in 1601 by the feudal lord of the region, Kazutoyo Yamauchi, gives you a magnificent view and has as many as 650 small stalls selling local vegetables, fruits, flowers, antiques and plants at the Sunday Market. We will take you to the beautiful Katsurahama beach as an optional tour.

Price
*Adult:$44
*11yrs & under:$35
*Above price includes bus seat and admission fee for the castle.

Other information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Saturday, Mar 27 2010
  7:00 AM IKEA shopping & Kobe free time
Enjoy shopping at the world famous furniture store 'IKEA'!

Sign up begins January 27

You can find a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low at IKEA! After shopping at IKEA, we will take you to downtown Kobe. Enjoy more shopping and dinner! There is a China town, bayside shopping mall and more.

Price
Adult:$40
Child(11yrs&under):$28

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Sunday, Mar 28 2010
  2:00 PM My Dream
Runs from Sunday, Mar 28 2010 2:00 PM to Sunday, Mar 28 2010 8:00 PM
By China Disable People's Performing Art Troupe

Enjoy their amazing performance including dances, variety of music, ballet, Chinese traditional entertainment performances and more at the theater. For more information about the show and performers, please visit http://www.mydream.org.cn/about.htm
Don't miss this World Famous Performance!

Sign up starts on January 28.

$124/per seat
*Bus seat and show ticket "SS" seat section are included in the price. ("SS" is the best seat section.)
*NO PHOTO or FOOD in the theater.

Saturday, Apr 10 2010
  10:30 PM Tokyo Fun Trip
Runs from Saturday, Apr 10 2010 10:30 PM to Thursday, Apr 15 2010 10:30 PM
Enjoy Spring Break in Tokyo!

Sign up begins Feb 10

Let's spend some fun time in Tokyo! Enjoy sightseeing, shopping and so much more. Optional tours to Tokyo Disneyland, Disney Sea or Tokyo sightseeing are also available.

Price
*Adult: $153
*Ages 11 & under: $121
*Above price includes bus seat only.
*Hotel fee and the optional tours fee must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Please bring your own pillows/blankets for a comfortable ride.
*Minimum of 12 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel information
The New Sanno Hotel
Unit 45003
APO AP 96337-5003
(DSN)229-7220

Sunday, Apr 11 2010
  7:30 AM Tsuwano horse back archery
Runs from Sunday, Apr 11 2010 7:30 AM to Sunday, Apr 11 2010 7:00 PM
Enjoy the traditional Japanese festival!

Sign up begins Feb 11

First, we will take you to Tsuwano downtown to explore this old castle town. After exploring the town, we will go to the festival site and watch archers on horseback ride under the cherry blossoms. Enjoy this Japanese traditional festival!

Price
*Adult: $29
*11 & under: $21

Other information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*$5.25 Subway lunch box is available for this trip. Please place an order at IT&T when you sign up.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Wednesday, Apr 14 2010
  7:00 AM Beijing, China 5-day
Runs from Wednesday, Apr 14 2010 7:00 AM to Sunday, Apr 18 2010 2:00 PM
Have an amazing Spring Break in Beijing, China!

Sign up begins February 16

Join IT&T group tour to China during Spring Break!

Local English speaking guide will be provided and take you to see The Great Wall, The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and many other sites in Beijing. Optional tours for Kung Fu show, Chinese Acrobatic show, and shopping at a local market are available. Our IT&T staff will be present during the entire trip to help take care of your needs. IT&T will provide all transportation needs, including the bus ride from MCAS Iwakuni to Hiroshima Airport


Price:
Adult $1395.00 / Double occupancy / per person
Adult $1550.00 / Single occupancy / per person
Child 2-11yrs with two adults w/ bed $1335.00
Child 2-11yrs with two adults (No bed) $1282.00
Child 1 year and under $556.00 (No air plane seats, No meals and No bed)

*For more details about above prices, please ask IT&T.

China Group Tourist Visa
*To apply for Chinese Visa, US PASSPORT is required and must have 6 (Six) months validity remaining and also must have at least 2 full blank pages (2 blank pages side by side).
*Diplomatic Passport is NOT acceptable.

To leave and come back to Japan:
*For Active Duties, Your Leave Order and ID card are required.
*For family members of Active Duties or SOFA civilians, Reentry Permit Japan Stamp on your passport and your ID card are required. Or if you have Diplomatic Passport (maroon color), you are required to bring it with your regular passport without the stamp and your ID card.
*For Non SOFA personnel (your guest(s) from USA), Return flight ticket to USA is required.

ATFP session
We will provide Anti-terrorism Force Protection (ATFP) brief. We will inform you of the date of the session.

Saturday, Apr 17 2010
  6:00 AM Hello Kitty Harmonyland
Runs from Saturday, Apr 17 2010 6:00 AM to Saturday, Apr 17 2010 11:00 PM
Have fun with Kitty, Chinamo roll, Sugar bunny and more!

Sign up begins Feb 17

Harmonyland is an outdoor theme park nestled in the natural splendor of Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. It offers attractions with state of the art technology, a full schedule of fun events, and of course, a chance to meet with a lot of cute characters such as Hello Kitty! Enjoy lovely shows and attractions there!

Visit their website:
http://www.sanrio.co.jp/english/harmony/harmony.html

Price
*Adult:$69
*4-11:$60
*3 & under:$28(bus seat only)
*Above price includes bus seat and one day pass for Harmonyland.

Other information
*In case of rain, the tour will be cancelled. It will be decided in the morning of the tour day.
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*$5.25 Subway lunch box is available for this trip. Please place an order at IT&T when you sign up.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Saturday, May 1 2010
  4:00 AM Arita Chinaware Festival
Runs from Saturday, May 1 2010 4:00 AM to Saturday, May 1 2010 9:00 PM
Famous Annual Festival and Shopping!

Sign up begins Mar 1

Arita is one of the most popular locations for Chinaware in Japan. You will see loads of designs there!

Price: $43 per bus seat

Other information
*This trip is for adult only.
*Please bring enough yen cash for your purchases. Most of the stores take yen cash only.
*A small hard suite-case w/ wheels will be convenient to carry your shopping stuff on the shopping street.

Saturday, May 8 2010
  7:00 AM Space World Trip
Runs from Saturday, May 8 2010 7:00 AM to Saturday, May 8 2010 8:00 PM
Enjoy exciting rides!

Sign up begins Mar 8

IT&T will take you to a space-themed amusement park located in Kyushu Japan. The park's attractions and rides provide fun for all ages. A large shopping mall is located near the park; enjoy shopping and foods there too!

Price
*Adult:$78
*6-11:$58
*4-5:$36
*3 & under:$24 (Bus seat only).
*Above price includes bus transportation and 1 day pass for Space World.

Other information
*In case of rain, the tour will be cancelled. It will be decided in the morning of the tour day.
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases. Space World doesn't accept any U.S credit cards.

Sunday, May 9 2010
  8:00 AM Mother's Day Fukuoka Shopping
Runs from Sunday, May 9 2010 8:00 AM to Sunday, May 9 2010 9:30 PM
Enjoy Mother's Day shopping in Fukuoka!

Sign up begins Mar 9

Enjoy shopping & food at Hawks Town Mall and Canal City Mall in Fukuoka, Japan. Hotspots include Hard Rock Cafe, GAP, NIKE store, Sports Authority, Timberland, Ramen Alley and more. Mother's Day discount is available for this trip!

Prices:
Mom: $18
Adult: $34
Child 4-11: $27
Child 3 & under: $14

Additional Information:
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Wednesday, May 12 2010
  3:00 PM Disney Live! 2010
Runs from Wednesday, May 12 2010 3:00 PM to Wednesday, May 12 2010 9:30 PM
Enjoy wonderful Disney Live show!

Sign up begins Mar 12

World famous and popular live show "Disney Live!" comes to Shunan, Japan! This time, they will play "Winnie-the-Pooh" & "Happy birthday with Mickey" conducted in Japanese.
Let's say hello to Winnie the Pooh, Mickey and many more cute disney characters!
Before the show, we will take you to all-you-can-eat restaurant "Susume Viking". Enjoy Yakiniku BBQ, Sushi, Curry, Fried Chicken, desserts and more!

Price
Adult: $89
Child 6-11: $80
Child 3-5: $71
Child 3 without show ticket: $13
Child 2 & under without show ticket: $3

*Above prices include bus seat, show ticket, and all-you-can-eat dinner
*Child 3 & under doesn't need a show ticket when he/she is held by a parent (no seat at the theater).

Saturday, May 15 2010
  7:00 AM Net Fishing Festival 'Taiami'
Runs from Saturday, May 15 2010 7:00 AM to Saturday, May 15 2010 6:30 PM
Enjoy this traditional Japanese festival!

Sign up begins Mar 15

Taiami (Sea bream netting) is like a nature poem, revealed in the early summer on the Seto Inland Sea. It is a fishing method with a proud heritage going back 360 years, and it unfolds like a picture screen over the wide sea when the sea breeze strikes up every May and early June. We are going to watch this traditional fishing from a boat (about 1.5 hour ride). Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the Japanese traditional net fishing!

Price
Adult:$61
6-11:$35
5 & under:15 (bus seat only)
*Price includes bus transportation, all-you-can-eat lunch and a boat ride for Taiami Net Fishing.

Other information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Sunday, May 16 2010
  7:00 AM Mt. Shosha Hiking
Runs from Sunday, May 16 2010 7:00 AM to Sunday, May 16 2010 7:30 PM
Enjoy Hiking at Temple Village!

Sign up begins Mar 16

Enjoy a gondola ride to the top of the mountain where the temples are located. A couple of them were filmed in "The Last Samurai". Enjoy hiking and exploring through the temple village.

Price
Adult: $39
Child 11 & under: $31

Other information
*Please bring enough yen cash for your purchases. Also please prepare 500 yen to donate at the gate to preserve this beautiful village.
*Please wear comfortable shows for hiking.

Wednesday, May 19 2010
  10:30 PM Tokyo Fun Trip
Runs from Wednesday, May 19 2010 10:30 PM to Monday, May 24 2010 10:30 PM
Have fun in the biggest city in Japan!

Sign up begins Mar 19

Indulge in shopping, entertainment, and sightseeing of old and new Japan. Everything you want to do is available in this megalopolis. Optional tours to Tokyo Disney Land / Sea and Tokyo sightseeing are also available.

Price
*Adult: $153
*Ages 11 & under: $121
*Above price includes bus seat only.
*Hotel fee and the optional tour fees must be arranged at IT&T. Please ask IT&T for more details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*Please bring your own pillows/blankets for a comfortable bus ride.
*Minimum of 12 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Hotel information
The New Sanno Hotel
Unit 45003
APO AP 96337-5003
(DSN)229-7220

Saturday, May 29 2010
  7:00 AM Whitewater River Rafting
Runs from Saturday, May 29 2010 7:00 AM to Saturday, May 29 2010 10:00 PM
Enjoy the thrill of whitewater rafting at Yoshino river!

Sign up begins Mar 29
Ages 13 & older only

Enjoy an exciting whitewater river rafting trip this Memorial Day holiday weekend. The Yoshino River (Level 4) is one of the most exciting rivers for rafting in Japan. The upper gorge section has friendly waves and thrilling drops or you can jump into the calm waters in between and enjoy the gentle flow. Also, enjoy lunch before rafting.

Price
*$158
*Price includes bus transportation, half-day rafting, gear rental fee, minimum coverage insurance and lunch.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen for your purchases.
*Please bring your own bathing suits, towels, and extra clothes.
*You MUST wear wetsuits for rafting for the safety reasons.
*This trip is for ages 13 and over due to safety concerns.
*If you are pregnant, you CANNOT join this trip because of safety reasons.
*The tour may be cancelled in case of bad weather conditions.
*Minimum of 10 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

Sunday, May 30 2010
  7:00 AM Dolphin Watching & Kumomoto
Runs from Sunday, May 30 2010 7:00 AM to Monday, May 31 2010 10:00 PM
Enjoy watching hundreds of dolphins!

Sign up begins Mar 30

On the first day, we will take you to Kumamoto catsle.Enjoy exploring one of the famous castles in Japan. After that, we will check in the hotel at dowmtown Kumamoto and stay overnight.
On the next day, we will take you to Amakusa inlet for dolphin watching! Amakusa is known as the world famous spot for dolphin watching, and it is said 300-500 dolphins live around the inlet.
It is so powerful that lots of wild dolphins gather to swim and jump in great Amakusa inlet, and said to have a effect of healing.


*Please ask IT&T for prices and details.

Other Information
*Please bring enough Japanese Yen cash for your purchases.
*In case of the bad weather,we might cancel the dolphin watching.
*There is 98% of chance to see dolphins, but in case we couldn't see them, you will not receive a refund.
*Minimum of 15 patrons are required for this trip, otherwise it will be cancelled.

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