Travel just outside of Tokyo to Saitama’s famous bonsai village. Learn about this centuries-old tree shaping practice in the Omiya Bonsai Museum, wander through the neighborhood’s unique bonsai nurseries, and enjoy lunch in a local cafe.

Hours: 6-7 hours

Days: any day except Thursday

Cost: 20,000 yen per person (includes museum admission; does not include lunch or transportation).