YOKOTA ITT TOUR POLICY
Yokota ITT tours are open to all SOFA status members/ DoD Card Holders, including active duty military, U.S. DoD civilians, retired military and their dependents. Sponsored guests of eligible customers may participate on ITT tours. Customers must be 18 or older to sign up for ITT tours. Participants 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Local National Employees and JASDF members may sign up for tours starting 7 days prior to the tour date on nonSOFA eligible tours.
Eligible customers are permitted to purchase up to ten tickets. For special tours, customers are permitted to purchase up to five tickets.
Please sign up for tours in person at the ITT office. Reservations over the phone or on Yokota FSS Travel Facebook Page are not accepted.
Please notify ITT staff of any special needs you or your family may have (e.g., wheelchair accessibility, physical or health disabilities, etc.)
Payment for the cost of the tour is due at the time of reservation. The ITT office accepts U.S. dollars, VISA, MasterCard, American Express and U.S. checks. Japanese yen is not accepted. Certain trips offer payment plans and will be indicated on the tour description.
Yokota ITT is not responsible for any accidents due to personal negligence or misconduct on tours. Yokota ITT is not responsible for the loss or damage of personal belongings during tours.
Tour itineraries may change due to traffic and/or other uncontrollable circumstances. The itinerary may also change prior to departure. In the case of itinerary changes, the ITT office will notify passengers registered for the trip as soon as possible.
Trips may be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. If canceled, the ITT office will notify passengers registered for the trip as soon as possible.
Yokota ITT is not responsible for customers that cannot be contacted by their phone number or email provided
at time of booking. Customers with any questions or concerns may contact the ITT office at DSN: 2277083/7084, yokotaitt@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/ YokotaFSSTravel. For the most up-to-date information on Yokota ITT trips and tours, please visit the Yokota ITT webpage at yokota374fss.com/itt/.
Please read the brochure’s tour descriptions thoroughly. There will be rest stops on all tours lasting over two hours. It is recommended that you bring enough yen to cover the cost of snacks and meals. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time to allow yourself enough time to check in and find a seat. The bus will depart promptly on schedule.
Buses for all ITT tours depart from the parking lot between the Enlisted Club and building 2000. We ask that all passengers return to the same seat taken at the beginning of the tour and return to the bus on time as directed by the tour guide.
Parents must ensure their children are well behaved and do not disturb other passengers. Listening and/or watching videos, music, etc. is permitted with the use of headphones. Please refrain from talking on the phone while seated on the bus.
Yokota ITT will make every reasonable effort to accommodate group seating when requested. However, due to seating and ticket availability, this may not always be possible.
YOKOTA TOUR WAIT-LIST POLICY
A waiting list is available for tours that have reached maximum capacity. If there are any cancellations, ITT staff will contact those on the waiting list at most three times via phone. If there is no answer, ITT will move on to the next person on the list. Customers are responsible for making sure that the contact information provided is correct.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
All tour cancellations due to inclement weather will be determined by 4 p.m. the day before the scheduled tour.
Customers will be notified by 6 p.m. the day before.
For multi-day trips where inclement weather causes an overnight delay, customers will be responsible to pay the associated additional cost.
YOKOTA TOURS REFUND POLICY
• One-Day Tours
Refunds are provided for cancellations made four or more business days prior to the tour date. Cancellations made after four business days will not be refunded.
• Overnight Tours
Please see the tour brochure for the cancellation policy. In case of a TDY, TAD, exercise or recall, a written document
(e.g., TDY orders or letter from squadron commander/first sergeant) must be presented prior to departure for a full refund. In the event that Yokota ITT has already purchased admission tickets, customers will have to pay for the ticket cost regardless of the reason for cancellation. Please have receipt ready at the time of refund. Refunds cannot be given 30 days after the event date.
ALCOHOL POLICY
Smoking and alcoholic beverages are not allowed on ITT Tour buses.
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Please notify ITT staff of any special needs you or your family may have (e.g. wheel chair accessibility, physical or health disabilities, allergies, etc.)
We strive to provide accessible and enjoyable travel experiences for all our customers. However, some of our trips may not be suitable for individuals with physical disabilities due to the nature of the activities or the infrastructure of the destinations. While we will make every effort to accommodate customers with disabilities, we cannot guarantee that all aspects of the trip will be accessible.
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FUJI SAFARI PARK WITH JUNGLE BUS RIDE
COST BY AGE
$60 (16 & Up) $45 (3–15)
$40 (2 & Under, if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
YOKOHAMA CHINA TOWN & LANDMARK TOWER
SUNSHINE CITY AQUARIUM
Kumagaya City, located in northern Saitama Prefecture, once thrived as a post station along the Nakasendo Road during the Edo period. Today, it is best known for the Uchiwa Matsuri, or Fan Festival, considered the top summer festival in the Kanto region.
Tour cost includes bus transportation, park admission and Jungle Bus ride. Jungle Bus Ride is 1 p.m.
Enjoy your day at Fuji Safari Park! See lions, African elephants, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, deer and many more rare and endangered species roaming free as you ride a bus along the Safari Road. The Jungle Bus allows you to see wild animals up close and feed them through the wire-netted windows of the bus. At the park, walk thru the animal village to view American black bears, California sea lions, Chile flamingos, and many others. At the friendly animal farm, Fureai-Bokujou, you can pet and play with the curious, loving, and fascinating animals. LAVENDER PARK AND MT. FUJI 5TH STATION WITH LUNCH BUFFET
$35 (4–5)
$30
BASEBALL GAME AT
DOME
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lunch) Tower 2–4:30 p.m. (Free Time) Return 7 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission to the Landmark Tower Sky Garden.
Yokohama is Japan’s second most populated city, with 3.6 million residents, located just south of Tokyo. As the nation’s foremost seaport, Yokohama is known for its sophisticated international atmosphere. Your first stop will be Chinatown, where you’ll enjoy lunch and time to explore. You can also visit nearby Yamashita Park, which faces Yokohama Harbor and stretches along the coastline. The Yokohama Landmark Tower features a 190-store shopping mall and the Hard Rock Café Yokohama, located at Cosmo World. For a stunning view of the city, head up to the 69th floor observation deck.
SHOSENKYO GORGE AND SAMURAI TEMPLE
SAT • 12 JUL
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$50 (18 & Up)
$45 (13–17)
$35 (6–12)
$30 (4–5)
$30 (3 & Under, if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
Depart 7 a.m.
Samurai Temple 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Shosenkyo 11:15 a.m.–2:30 p.m. (Lunch on your own & cable car ride) Return 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation, temple admission, and a cable car ride. There is a 1.2 km walk along the gorge to the ropeway station. Guests may choose to enjoy the walk or remain on the bus to reach the station.
This historical tour takes you to the burial site of Takeda Shingen, a renowned warrior and samurai leader from the Warring States period. He died in 1572 on his journey to Kyoto, where he was destined to become a shogun, the supreme military commander. The temple is also known for its exquisite garden, designed by Muso Kokushi, a prominent high priest of the samurai era. The tour continues to Chichibu National Park, where you’ll take a cable car up Mt. Kimpu, the park’s highest peak, to explore Shosenkyo Gorge, formed along the Arakawa River. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the dramatic cliffs and uniquely shaped rock formations.
KAMAKURA GREAT BUDDHA &
SHRINE
SUN • 13 JUL
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$50 (12 & Up)
$40 (6–11)
$30 (4–5)
$30 (3 & Under, if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admissions to Hase temple and Great Buddha. Kamakura is known for having the second
(3 & Under, if a seat is needed) ITINERARY:
and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.
Held annually from July 20th to 22nd, this vibrant three-day event features twelve traditional Japanese festival floats parading through the city while performing ohayashi, a style of festive Japanese music. Events take place at various locations throughout the pedestrian-friendly streets, especially around Community Square, where visitors can enjoy live ohayashi performances. As dusk falls, the illuminated floats begin their journey, filling the city with music and celebration. The Uchiwa Matsuri remains one of Kumagaya’s most cherished and lively events.
SHIRAITO WATERFALL & MT. FUJI 5TH STATION WITH LUNCH BUFFET
Tour cost includes bus transportation and aquarium admission.
Sunshine City is Tokyo’s first “city within a city.” At the heart of the complex is the 240-meter-tall Sunshine 60 skyscraper. The complex features shops, restaurants, an aquarium, a planetarium, a museum, indoor theme parks, and the Sunshine Prince Hotel. Shops and restaurants are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunshine Aquarium occupies the top three floors of Ikebukuro’s
Sunshine City office and shopping complex. It features around 80 tanks housing 37,000 fish representing 750 species. Highlights include the Sunshine Lagoon, a 240-ton tank; the Jellyfish Tunnel; and the Sunshine Aqua Ring, offering underwater views of sea lions, penguins, and more. Rare species on display include giant manta rays, massive sunfish, deep-sea spider crabs, and non-marine animals such as anteaters, snails, iguanas, flamingos, and a lemur.
KUMAGAYA FESTIVAL UCHIWA MATSURI
MON • 21 JUL
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$35 (4 & Up)
$30 (3 & Under, if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
Depart 1:30 p.m. Kumagaya 3:30–8 p.m.
Return 9:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation. This tour involves a significant amount of walking. Due to the heat and large crowds, it is not recommended for small children. Volunteers from the Kumagaya community will guide participants through the festival activities, which may include float pulling, a tea ceremony, calligraphy, and more. Some activity may require a small fee.
DRUM TAO — SUPER LIVE 2025 THE WADAIKO
SUN • 20 JUL
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$80 (6 & Up)
ITINERARY:
p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and an admission ticket. The show will be held at Lumine Zero. Please note there will be a 20-minute walk to the venue.
DRUM TAO is a globally acclaimed Japanese performing arts ensemble that reimagines traditional taiko drumming through a blend of rhythm, athleticism, and theatrical flair. Founded in 1993, the group has captivated over 10 million spectators across 26 countries with dynamic performances that fuse Japanese traditions with Korean, Māori, and Indonesian influences. Their shows feature powerful taiko drums, accompanied by instruments like the shinobue flute, marimba, and koto harp, creating a mesmerizing auditory experience. This special live performance is one you won’t want to miss.
SAT • 26 JUL
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$60 (12 & Up)
$45 (6–11)
$35 (3–5)
$30 (2 & Under, if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
Depart 7:30 a.m.
Waterfall 10:15–11:15 a.m.
Cave 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Lunch
1:15–2:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation, cave admission, and a lunch buffet. It is recommended to bring a sweater or jacket, as the weather at the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji can be chilly.
*If the tour is unable to reach the 5th Station, an alternate visit to Oshino Village will be provided.
Marvel at the breathtaking view of Shiraito Waterfall. “Shiraito,” meaning “white threads,” perfectly describes the delicate streams cascading down the rock face. Recognized as one of Japan’s 100 greatest waterfalls, it’s a stunning natural wonder. Mt. Fuji’s past eruptions created several caves around its base, including the Wind Cave, which maintains a steady temperature of 37.5°F and was once used to store silkworm eggs and crop seeds. Enjoy a buffetstyle lunch at the Fuji Highland Resort Hotel, featuring a variety of Western, Italian, and Japanese cuisine. This tour also includes a scenic ride up to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji via the Subaru Line. Don’t forget your camera; there’s beauty around every corner.
=R4R, discount for eligible participants.
HAKONE NATIONAL
Toshogu Shrine
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