Futuristic and enigmatic Japan is now closer than ever. AWL are offering a 8-day Tokyo packages from �696 including flights with Finnair, airport taxes and 6 nights accommodation in a central Tokyo hotel. Also on offer is an 8-day Kyoto package from �747 including flights with Finnair, airport taxes and 6 nights accommodation in Kyoto's New Miyako Hotel.

Both of these great value packages can have popular excursions and cultural activities added to them. For example: - Mt. Fuji & Hakone coach tour with lunch (full day) �82 - Kyoto half-day tour �29 - Kyoto maiko (apprentice geisha) evening �54 - Sushi making, taiko drumming, kimono workshop �70 Other great savings available for Japan * JR Pass - The Japan Rail Pass offers great savings on the extensive Japan Railways system. Example: A return fare from Kyoto to Kagoshima (Kyushu) costs �280. However, a 7-day JR Pass costs just �155 and allows you to do not only this journey but to use the trains as much as you like for 7 days.

* Japan Airpass - Domestic air travel with ANA and JAL for less than half the normal fare. Example: A return fare from Tokyo to Okinawa usually costs around �390. However, using the Visit and Welcome airpass fares it's only �160. For more information about these great offers or to book a trip contact AWL Travel on 0845 222 6200, email info@awlt.com or visit www.awlt.com.

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For more information or images please contact Kylie Clark, PR Manager Japan National Tourist Organization T: +44 (0)20 7398 5670 E: kylie@jnto.co.uk