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Powdery downhill runs on the slopes of Hokkaido...the pink and white blossoms of cherry trees blanketing Kyoto gardens...submerging among the exotic sea life of Okinawa's waters. Few destinations offer such a variety of dramatic sports and cultural activities that can be done in such a short and convenient trip as Japan in April. In just a two-week span, visitors can traverse the length of the archipelago from north to south for three seasons' worth of fabulous outdoor experiences. Pack your skis, your spring clothes and your snorkel for a bespoke Remote Lands journey that is not just a once-a-year opportunity, but a once-in-a-lifetime holiday. Please contact us for further details and a complimentary consultation at +1 646.415.8092 or info@remotelands.com.
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Skiing & Soaking
Hokkaido
Japan's reputation as a world-class winter sports destination crystallized when it hosted the Winter Olympics a dozen years ago. On Hokkaido, the Tomamu resort area boasts some of the best powder conditions in Japan, along with the opportunity to go heli-skiing or cat skiing in untracked powder in the backcountry. You can stay in an ice hotel, go dog sledding, ice skating and night ballooning, and end your busy day with the Japanese tradition of a soothing soak in an onsen, or natural hot spring bath.
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The Perfect Bloom
Kyoto
Fly to Kyoto for the eagerly anticipated springtime rite of hanami, or cherry blossom appreciation. The breathtaking flowers, inspiration for Japanese art and poetry through the ages, are typically in peak bloom the first week to 10 days of the month, when locals gather to picnic, stroll and contemplate the ephemeral blooms. Popular locations include Kiyomizu-dera, a beloved Buddhist temple and UNESCO World Heritage site perched in the eastern hills, and the Philosopher's Path, a mile-long sakura-lined canal. After, enjoy a gourmet kaiseki dinner in your traditional ryokan.
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Dramatic Drop-offs
Okinawa
Charter a private live-aboard yacht and sail to fantastic diving sites around Japan's southernmost islands. Back roll into the translucent emerald waters of the Kerama Islands, world-renowned for their coral reefs and dramatic limestone formations. Anchor at Ugan, a landmark pinnacle jutting out of the sea, whose steep drop-offs attract a variety of exotic sea creatures. Off the coast of Yomitan, swim alongside friendly whale sharks, the world's largest fish species, routinely growing to 20 to 30 feet. Enjoy gourmet picnics prepared for you on Okinawa's secluded white-sand beaches.
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PRIVATE JET HOLIDAY
Would you love to fly privately in Asia but assume it's too expensive? An economical option is to fly commercially to and from Asia, and pick up a jet in a hub city such as Hong Kong, Bangkok or Delhi. For an extended family or small group of friends, it can make a lot of sense to opt for this hybrid solution and charter a luxury aircraft that seats 6-10 people.
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Asia Specialists
Remote Lands is an ultra-luxe private tour operator focused exclusively on Asia. We create bespoke journeys tailor-made to your highly discriminating tastes, optionally by private jet and yacht. We specialize in unique experiences that are difficult to arrange and require extraordinary insider connections with remarkable local people - and open the door to authentic ways of life and deeper insight into the soul of Asian cultures.
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