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Cherry Blossom Splendor of Japan

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timeAPR. 2-15, 2026 ticketFrom $5,399 activityActivity Level: Mild Activity diplomaUCLA Faculty on Tour

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pin Tokyo, Nagoya, Tokushima, Kyoto, Kochi, Hiroshima, Beppu, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima
boat Oceania Cruises’ Regatta

Uncover the wonders of Japan and South Korea on a 12-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Regatta. From the simplest pleasures of a tea ceremony to the excitement of sumo spectating, this voyage offers a unique insight into the Japanese way of life. Begin your journey in metropolitan Tokyo and set sail for Nagoya. Explore the industrial side of Japan as you take in the newly reconstructed palace and visit the many museums of Nagoya before heading to Tokushima. Enjoy a traditional Japanese puppet show and other unique local traditions. Spend a few days in Kyoto, where awe-inspiring temples await, and with a touch of luck, witness the ethereal beauty of cherry blossoms painting the city in delicate hues. Then, head to the surfer’s paradise—quaint Kochi. Here, visit traditional markets, peruse Kochi castle, and take in the beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Sail the Kanmon Strait to Hiroshima and stroll through the beautifully landscaped Hiroshima Gardens or visit Hiroshima Castle. Experience ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation amidst the soothing embrace of Beppu’s renowned hot springs. See the flourishing art scene, renowned Buddha statues, and beautiful beaches of Busan, and enjoy Nagasaki’s volcanoes and offshore islands. Before returning to Tokyo, stop in Kagoshima. Embark on a brief ferry excursion to Sakurajima, where you can witness the volcano and its lava fields up close.

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Activity Level: Mild Activity

UCLA Faculty on Tour

Professor Pat Turner
World Arts and Cultures/Dance and African American Studies divider

A former UCLA senior dean and vice provost, Patricia A. Turner is now a research professor in World Arts and Cultures/Dance and African American Studies. As a guest of the Japanese Association of American Studies she has lectured throughout Japan. She has a modest collection of Japanese textiles, with an emphasis on indigo which is employed by both Japanese and African textile workers. Her scholarship focuses on ethnic stereotypes as they surface in folklore and popular culture as well as textile history. The author of five books, her most recent ones are Crafted Lives: Stories and Studies of African American Quilters and Trash Talk: Anti-Obama Lore and Race in the Twenty-First Century.

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