Tokyo, Japan
Visit a country steeped in tradition, interact with cutting-edge technology and enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the world's biggest city.
Computer Science / Robotics themed school trips from £1099 for 8 days
A Computer Science and Robotics themed trip to Tokyo, Japan
Here's a typical 6-8 day itinerary, from £1099
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Tokyo, transfer to accommodation by private coach.
Day 2: New Technology
National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation: hands on experiences including interaction with robots (including Asimo) and a giant simulation of packet switching using ball bearings
Tepia Advanced Technology Gallery: billed as 'an educational museum to inspire the future leaders of society', a visit here is an essential stop on a robotics tour of Japan
Akihabara: visit Tokyo's 'electric town', a neon-lit land of anime, cosplay and electronics shopping
Day 3: Yokohama
Mitsubishi Industrial Museum: tour interactive exhibits detailing the innovations made by the Mitsubishi company
Nissan Plant: see car making robots in action with this tour of the automated factory
Cup Noodle Museum: students can make their own cup noodle as they learn about the instant noodle industry
Aka-Renga Soko: a shopping zone in old warehouses near the port. Visit in winter for ice skating!
Day 4: Tsukuba Science City
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology: otherwise known as Science Square, explore industrial technology research and development and play with robotic pets
KEK High Energy Accelerator: visit the largest particle physics lab in Japan
Cyberdyne: understand how robotic limbs are changing lives - and try controlling a robotic arm yourself
Day 5: Robots and Sushi
Robot building and programming workshop: time to work together to construct and program simple robots using Arduino technology
Sushi making workshop: learn how to make sushi rolls in this tasty workshop
Tokyo Dome City: ride a rollercoaster through a building and enjoy other attractions in this famous amusement park
Day 6: Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji Visitor Centre: day trip to see Japan's most famous mountain and enjoy some time enjoying the views over Lake Kawaguchiko.
Day 7: Tokyo
Meiji Shrine: soak up Japanese culture at this beautiful shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji.
Tokyo Skytree: see the best views over the city, and visit Chiba Institute of Technology's Skytree Campus.
Robot coffee: enjoy a hot beverage made by a robot barista at Shinbashi station
teamLab: explore immersive digital art
Day 8: Return
Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park: experience a simulated earthquake aftermath to learn how Japan prepares for natural disasters
Transfer to airport by private coach, return flight to home country.
Extra activities can be added on travel days depending on flight timings. Alternative destinations and activities are available. We recommend adding two extra days to visit Osaka by Shinkansen (bullet train), where students can enjoy Universal Studios Japan featuring Super Nintendo World. It may also be possible to return from Osaka to your home country to reduce travel time.
Academic
Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Robot building and programming
Tsukuba Science City
KEK High Energy Accelerator
Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Centre
Mitsubishi Industrial Museum
Culture
Sightseeing tours
Markets
Food experiences
Mount Fuji
Meiji Shrine
Digital immersive art and seasonal events
Fun
Sushi making
Amusement parks
River cruise
Akihabara
Design your own Cup Noodles
Shopping opportunities
Pricing is based on 30 students with 3 free teacher places, staying in hostel accommodation and using public transport, following the example 6-8 day itinerary. International flights are extra. Please contact us for an individual quote for the number of teachers and students you wish to attend.
Why choose Think Outside The Classroom for your school trip to Tokyo, Japan?
100% Financial Protection
With Travel Trust Association membership (member X0993), any money paid for a school trip goes into a trust account that can only be released after you return from your school trip or to other companies offering equal financial protection. This ensures all money paid is 100% protected until after you return.
Fully Risk Assessed
All our educational visits have full risk assessments available. We are of course happy to provide additional risk assessments as needed by your school. Additionally, all our trip leaders have police clearance certificates for working with young people, and Think Outside The Classroom Ltd has full public liabilty and professional indemnity insurance cover.
Completely Customisable
Want a shorter residential trip? Want to add specific attractions? Want more comfort with twin rooms in hotels and private coach transfers, or to keep the price affordable with hostels and public transport where feasible? We've got you covered - just ask and we can make a trip perfect for your requirements.
Support On Location
You will have a personal guide to lead your group whilst on your school trip to Tokyo, and a 24 hour emergency contact number. We make sure teachers supporting your trip are comfortable with local SIM cards or other means of staying connected provided, plus extra refreshments throughout each day of the trip. Our trip leader will also brief the teachers each day with full information about the plans, such locations, activities and supervision needed.