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 Japan is a land of sharp contrasts and incredible beauty.
The seasons are quite distinct with cherry blossom heralding
the arrival of Spring , hot Summers, the amazing changing
colours of Autumn and harsh Winters. In the midst of the modern
skyscraper cities you can still witness the rich cultural heritage in
the parks, gardens and temples and in the customs and traditions
of daily life, which is still largely governed by ancient ritual.
As a tourist there’s plenty of choice. Western-style cuisine is commonplace and in the
restaurants and shops you will find English-speaking people. Alternatively, you can eat
sushi at a tatami table, enjoy the national sport of sumo wrestling or join the locals at
one their favourite modern haunts – the karaoke bar! However you spend your time
away from the track you will be made very welcome.
The first race back at the Fuji circuit in 2007 was, to say the least, eventful and an
amazing, if confusing, spectacle. The first 19 laps were run behind the pace car during
which strategies, pit stops and fuel loadings had to be reexamined. It was largely down
to luck as to who would benefit in the given conditions. As racing started for real,
Hamilton left teammate Alonso and the rest of the field behind him, where things were
already going horribly wrong! He didn’t have it all his own way though as, during a pit
stop, he was overtaken by Sebastien Vettel in the Toro Rosso, who led the race for a
considerable period. Normality resumed eventually as Hamilton claimed another victory
in his debut year.
Join us in Japan or take full advantage of your trip east and travel on to Beijing and to
Shanghai for the Chinese Grand Prix the following weekend. You will be accompanied
throughout the tour by our representative and local guides and there will be plenty of
time for sightseeing
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Thursday 9 October
Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 October
