Travel Notes
[Registration Instructions]
1. This itinerary is a group self-guided tour (group airfare + accommodation) plus a two-day, one-night tour. Cancellation in Japan will be deemed a forfeiture and no refund will be given.
2. This itinerary includes airport taxes, fuel surcharges, NT$2.5 million accident liability insurance, NT$200,000 accident medical insurance, and staff tips.
3. Please purchase personal travel insurance and travel inconvenience insurance for additional protection.
4. This price does not include personal expenses not listed in the itinerary, such as excess baggage, beverages and alcohol, laundry, telephone and telex charges, and transportation and meals not included in the group itinerary.
5. This price is based on double occupancy per room. If a single registrant is unable to find a same-sex traveler in the group, a single room supplement of NT$10,000 will be required. Alternatively, a triple room may be selected.
6. Children under 12 years old may not occupy a bed. Children (12 years old and older) occupying a bed will be charged the same price as adults.
7. Please indicate any room type/special meal requests in the "Notes" section of your reservation.
8. Please upload a passport cover photo when booking so that we can help secure a spot.
9. This itinerary requires two confirmations. We will contact you or contact customer service after booking (excluding holidays). If a date is fully booked, we will suggest alternative dates or itineraries.
10. This itinerary is a promotional offer. Once internal bookings are complete, cancellations and refunds cannot be processed. Thank you for your understanding.
[Flight Information]
1. This itinerary uses group round-trip economy class airfare. Extensions, flight changes, and date changes are not permitted. Passengers who leave the group during the trip will be deemed to have voluntarily forfeited their trip and will not be eligible for a refund.
2. Hotels and flights cannot be specified. Final confirmation is subject to the pre-trip briefing information.
3. This itinerary is a group fare, so mileage accrual and pre-assigned or reserved seats are not available.
※ Reservations and seating arrangements are based on the alphabetical order of passengers' English names.
Meals are not included on board (Scooter prohibits outside food on board). Please order and pay for them with the flight attendants on board.
4. Infants (under 2 years old, based on the return date) are charged NT$3,500 (Scooter's policy: Due to safety concerns, the number of escape kits is limited to 10 per flight; confirmation is required). (Please inform us in advance and provide your English name on your passport and date of birth when booking.) However, no seats are provided, and no free checked or carry-on baggage is offered. No bassinets are provided, and infants must be held by their parents at all times.
[Hotel Description]
1. Except for Japanese-style rooms, all Japanese hotel rooms have two small beds. If you need a room with a large bed, please inform the service staff when you register. We will make your request to the hotel. However, the number of large bed rooms is limited. Whether you can get a large bed room depends on the check-in situation on the day. Please understand!
2. Japanese hotel rooms are small, so there are few 3-person rooms. If you need an extra bed, a triple room may be:
(1) One large bed + one camp bed or
(2) Two small beds + one camp bed or
(3) One large bed + one small bed. The availability cannot be guaranteed. The availability will depend on the check-in situation on the day!
(4) If you do not need a triple room, please separate one person to share with others. Please understand!
3. No tips are required at the bedside in Japanese hotels. Except for free tea bags, snacks, alcohol or drinks placed in the room or refrigerator must be registered and paid at the counter after use.
4. If you require a special meal (e.g., abstaining from beef, lamb, or pork), please indicate this request in your order.
5. Vegetarian Tip: Due to differing national customs and practices, Japanese vegetarians generally tolerate ingredients such as onions, ginger, leeks, garlic, chili peppers, eggs, and milk, which differs from Chinese vegetarian practices. With the exception of Chinese restaurants run by overseas Chinese, most group meals in Japan primarily feature hot pot dishes made with vegetables, tofu, and other ingredients. For buffet meals in hotels or dining at regular restaurants, the menus tend to be less varied, with most dishes consisting of lettuce, pickles, and fruit accompanied by rice or noodles. Vegetarian travelers traveling to Japan are advised to prepare canned vegetarian food or instant noodles as a precaution.
[ Itinerary Description ]
1. In the event of unforeseen circumstances or force majeure, such as traffic congestion or tourist attraction closures, we reserve the right and obligation to change the order of meals to ensure a smooth itinerary. However, we will adhere to the pre-trip briefing information and will not omit any hotels, attractions, or meals.
2. To ensure customer safety and maintain the quality and smooth operation of group tours, this tour does not accept individual registrations from guests with disabilities or those aged 70 or above. Guests with disabilities or those aged 70 or above who wish to participate in this group tour must be accompanied by at least one family member or friend who can provide mutual support. Registration will only be accepted after both parties confirm that they are not unsuitable for the group tour. Thank you for your cooperation.
3. This tour is a group tour. To protect the personal safety of guests and other related issues during the trip, we will not accept requests to leave the group during the tour. If this cannot meet your travel needs, we recommend purchasing a separate group tour or airline package. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
4. On June 27, 2012, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of Japan issued new regulations limiting daily driving time to no more than 10 hours (calculated based on the actual departure time from the depot and the return time). This effectively prevents traffic accidents caused by overwork (fatigue) of bus drivers.
5. Japan's new immigration procedures took effect on November 20, 2007. Passengers entering Japan are required to provide their fingerprints and have their facial photograph taken and undergo an immigration inspection. Those who refuse to cooperate will not be allowed entry. Please note.
6. Effective June 1, 2008, Japan's transportation law requires all passengers (including those in the back seat) to wear seat belts for safety reasons.
7. If the Hippo Bus is suspended due to bad weather or maintenance, the Shiratori Lake (Swan Lake) will be used instead for a circumnavigation of the lake.
[ Visa Information ]
1. Taiwan passport holders entering Japan for sightseeing purposes are exempt from visas, but please make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure and your stay does not exceed 90 days.
2. The Japanese government implements visa-free measures for Taiwan residents entering Japan as follows:
(1) Holders of valid Taiwan passports (limited to those with an ID number on their passports) with a passport validity of more than 6 months from the date of entry and who return to their home country or place of residence within the validity period.
(2) Travel to Japan for short-term stays such as sightseeing, business, visiting relatives, etc. (travel to Japan for work purposes is not eligible for visa exemption).
(3) The stay must not exceed 90 days.
(4) There are no special restrictions on the place of departure or entry.
※The purpose of entry and activities stated when applying for entry into Japan must be consistent and meet the short-term stay status and duration stipulated in Japan's Immigration Control and Citizenship Act (hereinafter referred to as the "Immigration Control Act").
(In particular, those who frequently travel to and from Japan, such as those entering Japan to visit relatives and friends, must provide a detailed description of their activities during their stay in Japan and their relationships with relatives and friends.)
※Applicants must not have been convicted of any offense under Article 5, Paragraph 1, or any of the items listed in the Immigration Control Act. (Applicants who have been forcibly deported for overstaying in Japan and the specified period has not yet passed, those who have been sentenced to imprisonment for over one year for violating relevant laws, or those who have served a prison sentence, and have been forcibly removed from Japan for the above grounds for refusal of entry.)
Please note that meeting the above requirements does not guarantee entry into Japan. To avoid being unable to leave the country on the day of departure, please be sure to check and confirm your passport again.
3. For relevant regulations, please click: Japan Exchange Association website, or call 02-2713-8000.
4. Information for military personnel/conscripts/men approaching conscription age traveling abroad
(1) If you are a military personnel → Two stamps are required for traveling abroad: [Permit holder must obtain approval to travel abroad] [Approval of travel abroad before year month day]
(2) If you are a conscript → Before traveling abroad, you must go to the military service section (division) of your registered place of residence to obtain two stamps:
[Permit holder must obtain approval to travel abroad but has not fulfilled military service]
[Conscript travel abroad approval valid once before year month day County City Office]
※Conscripts refer to men who have reached the age of 19 on January 1st and have not fulfilled their military service between the date of reaching the age of 36 on December 31st.
(3) Dual nationals → When entering and exiting the Republic of China, you must use the same passport to enter and exit the country.
(4) The visa regulations listed in this itinerary are for travelers holding Republic of China passports. If you hold a passport from another country, please check the relevant regulations yourself and inform your service staff when registering.
