Ranking of recommended graduation trips and sightseeing spots for university students

February to March
is a couple or a friend who is celebrating their graduation from college.
So-called
Graduation trip season
is coming.
In this article,
Popular domestic tourist spots for university students
The editorial team of Activity Japan has carefully selected
Introducing recommended activities
I will.
予算を抑えたい学生旅行にぴったりな,
student discount
There are many plans and tours that are subject to this.
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Popular ranking information for recommended activities So please use this as a reference when planning your graduation trip!
table of contents
- 1 No. 1 popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Okinawa
- 2 2nd most popular travel/sightseeing spot for university students: Hokkaido
- 3 3rd most popular travel/sightseeing spot for university students: Kyoto
- 4 4th most popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Tokyo
- 5 5th most popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Osaka
- 6 Recommended Travel and Sightseeing Spots for University Students Summary
- 7 Editorial department recommended feature articles
No. 1 popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Okinawa

The number one popular spot in Japan for college students' graduation trips is still " Okinawa ”!
Recommended activities for the graduation trip season are:
whale watching
is.
A valuable experience only available in winter (December to March)
You can.
snorkeling or Introductory Diving , parasailing These are typical Okinawa experiences. It's a must-have.
Okinawa main island
Not only that, unexplored scenery awaits
Okinawa remote island
How about going to
It will surely be a memorable experience!
★Captain Uminchu, who has 40 years of sailing and said, "Finding whales is the best" is very popular! With 40 years of experience and a knack, I can match the timing with whales, so I often see whales floating right next to the boat! ①Small group system for easy 360° viewing of whales┗A 40-passenger cruiser with a capacity of 30 people comfortably ┗Best position as you can move around freely on board
★2024 Activity Japan Naha & Kerama Islands Area Parasailing Category Review Ranking No. 1 (2nd year in a row, 2023-2024) ★No. 1 in number of parasailing achievements and users ★Okinawa's longest rope at 200m! Okinawa's most established parasail store ★A 22-year-old safety store that puts the first priority on avoiding accidents on your important trip ★"
Swim on the surface of the water and go to the cave. Snorkel in the "blue cave" where the blue light is fantastic! At Okinawa Marine Club Yui, the instructor in charge pulls a float and moves. Even if you feel unsure about swimming, you can move with confidence if you hold on to the float. Enjoy a variety of underwater and land scenery, including feeding the fish and taking pictures
We also have a set plan for the Blue Cave tour and marine activities. → https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/36922 [Our Coronavirus Measures] Information on the coronavirus measures we are taking so that our customers can participate with peace of mind! ● Prevent infection with a checklist
[Okinawa, Ishigaki Island] Island hopping around recommended scenic spots! A trip to the island that will leave you with moving moments♪ *A very satisfying tour where you can enjoy the tourist atmosphere while also having your photos taken♪ A reasonable and easy photo tour where you can take location photos that will remain as memories of your trip to Ishigaki♪♪ Credit card payments accepted♪ All photo data will be given to you for free☆ Unlimited number of cuts!!! ♪
《100% encounter rate! Sea turtle snorkeling tour》・You can also see clownfish and tropical fish. ・We are extremely confident in your photos! They are sure to look great on social media♪ ・Of course, all data is free. No limit on the number of photos! ・Recommended for friends, couples, and families. ・Since it is a small group tour and is conducted on a shallow coast, it is safe for small children.
2nd most popular travel/sightseeing spot for university students: Hokkaido

" Hokkaido ” is also a popular sightseeing spot for university students as a domestic travel destination.
In the graduation season, winter sports Snow and ice activities You can enjoy.
Above all
drift ice experience
or
Ice fishing for smelt
is a seasonal experience that is unique to Hokkaido!
The spectacular scenery and the experience of eating fresh smelt that you have caught with your friends will be a memorable one.
another, An experience where you can fully enjoy the nature of Hokkaido, the northern land is recommended is.
About 30 to 40 minutes by car from central Sapporo, the popular Ibarato River is the perfect place to experience ice fishing for wakasagi (smelt) fish! Pick-up from Sapporo Station is included, and all equipment is provided, so you can easily participate. This is an outdoor activity, so please dress warmly. If you have any problems, such as not being able to attach bait, not being able to touch the fish, or not knowing how to fish, the guide will be happy to help you.
A fantastical world begins the moment you hop on your snowmobile and step into the great outdoors. Based on the concept of "luxurious snow play for adults," we have developed some of the best snowmobile courses in the country. A total distance of 90km!! Encounter wild animals, hear the trees breathing... Enjoy the mountain course with a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience the winter scenery of Hokkaido.
In the harsh winter, the sea of Shiretoko is completely covered in ice. You can walk on the ice wearing dry suits that are excellent at keeping you warm and waterproof. Drift ice is essential for the creatures that live in Shiretoko. Once you step onto the ice, you enter the world of wild animals. By putting on the special suit, you can step into the world of creatures that live together with the ice.
In the snowy season, you can walk through Shiretoko National Park, a World Heritage Site, on snowshoes. If there is no snow, you can walk without snowshoes. You can walk through natural forests and see waterfalls and giant icicles flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, and depending on the season, drift ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are designated as natural monuments.
====================================■ You can choose your favorite plan, day or night! ■ We offer free rental of "snowshoe sets" for walking comfortably on the fluffy snow! ■ (Day) Held in a forest where small animals such as Japanese long-tailed tits and Hokkaido squirrels live! ■ (Night) Held on a snowy hill with a panoramic view of one of Japan's three great night views! ■
In the horse trekking plan, we will correspond from beginners to advanced users. Beginners will also start with lessons and select a course that suits their skills. How about being soothed by the beauty of the four seasons of Hokkaido and the gentleness of the horses? We can accommodate up to 4 people. It is located about 30 minutes from New Chitose Airport, so please feel free to come by.
3rd most popular travel/sightseeing spot for university students: Kyoto
" Kyoto " is a popular tourist spot not only among university students but also among tourists from Japan and abroad.
Recommendation is still
Traditional culture experience
!
Many photogenic historical sightseeing spots
Kimono rental
If you take a stroll around the area, you'll be able to make some wonderful memories.
Other Experience tea ceremony with a maiko Or take the plunge Transform into a courtesan And so on. Would you like to experience a world view far removed from your everyday life? ?
For the history buffs in the group, Mystery Tour or sightseeing taxi Rent a car and tour the famous historical sites Sightseeing tours and guided tours is also popular.
To celebrate graduation, It's a great way to experience Japanese culture and rediscover traditions in the ancient capital of Kyoto. That's right.
Maybe just touring the famous sites of Kyoto isn't enough... Strolling around Kyoto in a kimono is very popular among couples and women. Come to the store empty-handed on the day and enjoy a day of sightseeing in a kimono! Create wonderful memories in the city of Kyoto as you stroll around famous sites such as cherry blossoms in spring, riverside terraces in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn. Return by 5:30 p.m. You can choose to return the kimono the next day or have it delivered to your home. Hair set
At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. Nerikiri is a type of high-quality fresh confectionery. Using colorful bean paste, you can create seasonal flowers, fruits, and more.
This set includes chopstick making using soft and fragrant Kyoto Kitayama cedar, and a chopstick holder made with Yuzen dyeing using stencils. Every time the wood is smoothly carved, a faint fragrance fills the air. Why not enjoy making chopsticks in a room of a Kyoto townhouse with such an atmosphere?
Introducing a program that is extremely popular in Kyoto! Not only can you watch the elegant Kyomai dance right before your eyes, but you can also enjoy the tea ceremony with a real maiko! Take a commemorative photo with a maiko! Play in the entertainment district with a maiko! What's more, snacks and drinks are served! You can enjoy a dreamlike time at a great price! ●Price 6,950 yen/person
Just a 3-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station! Experience the glamorous courtesan lifestyle in Kyoto! We will help you create the best memories in Kyoto. The courtesan plan for 5,500 yen includes dressing, makeup, hair styling, photography by a photographer, and 5 minutes of photography in the studio with your smartphone. We also take group photos of 2 or more people. Our staff will do their best to make you look like a cute courtesan.
[Kyoto Demon World Guide Mystery Tour: Onmyoji Edition] ~What is an Onmyoji?~
The Abe family is said to have been deeply involved in the creation of Heiankyo. His descendants, the Tsuchimikado family, have many mysteries and secrets! ? Follow the unknown traces of the Tsuchimikado family, a family of Onmyoji. It is recommended not only for those who are interested in "Abe no Seimei" and "Onmyoji", but also for those who are interested in history as you can learn about the creation of Heiankyo! Not much in guidebooks
This is a 6-hour plan that takes you around Kyoto's main sights by sightseeing taxi. We will pick you up at Kyoto Station or your accommodation in Kyoto City, so it's easy from start to finish. Please choose for me.
4th most popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Tokyo

The destination of the graduation trip is "
Tokyo
"How about trying it?
For those who live in Tokyo,
You might discover something new by choosing Tokyo as your travel destination.
I might.
In Tokyo, shopping and dining tend to be the center of leisure activities.
VR games
Escape Game
and experiential art facilities
etc.
Cutting-edge
Entertainment/Amusement
Is fulfilling
I am doing it!
Houseboat or cruising teeth, Recommended for couples on a date is.
Also, Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower, Revisiting classic tourist attractions It's surprisingly fun. Yo!Solve the mystery with your teammates and challenge yourself to a new world of adventure in VR! Enjoy solving the mystery with the immersive feeling that only VR can provide. Teamwork is key! The exhilarating feeling of solving the mystery together is safe even for beginners! The hint system is included, so anyone can enjoy it. Plan description Game content This is a one-hour VR escape game that can be enjoyed in the Akihabara and Kanda areas, and is only available on weekends and holidays! Cooperate with your friends.
You and your friends were searching through an ancient tomb in search of treasure when you arrived at the final dungeon, where you found a laser trap. This is an ambitious plan that allows you to enjoy the excellent puzzle solving and laser traps that only a puzzle-solving specialty store can offer.
An admission ticket that includes the Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck (350m) and the Tembo Galleria (450m) where you can enjoy the entire Tokyo Skytree + all Toei Subway lines and Tokyo sold by the Tokyo Metropolitan Transportation Bureau and Tokyo Subway Co., Ltd. It is a set plan of "Tokyo Subway 24-hour ticket" that allows unlimited rides on all metro lines. ※To
Tokyo Tower was completed in 1958. Its height is 333m. At the time, it was the tallest in the world, surpassing the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and was built as a "combined radio tower" to unify the numerous radio towers that were scattered around the country. Since its opening, it has been a popular tourist attraction in Tokyo for about 60 years, loved by people of all ages and from all over the world, with a total of 180 million visitors.
Odaiba Aquarium GA☆KYO (UWS AQUARIUM GA☆KYO) Advance tickets | Same-day use OK
[Official] TeamLab Planets TOKYO DMM Toyosu Admission Ticket (Tokyo Theme Park)
[Tokyo, Asakusa] Take a trip around Tokyo on a houseboat! [Sumida River Cruise "Kasuga"]
This is a 2.5 hour standard plan that allows you to fully enjoy the houseboat both day and night. The cruise that transcends time and space, going around 14 bridges on the Sumida River, Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree, and travelling between Edo and the present, is a continuous series of new discoveries. All-you-can-drink. Enjoying the night view from the deck outside the boat is the best♪
[Shared] Meguro River Cherry Blossom Viewing Cruise 2025 70 minutes
We are now selling the very popular Meguro River Cherry Blossom Viewing Cruise! It's a big hit! This is the standard plan for the Meguro River Cherry Blossom Viewing Cruise, which has over 4,000 guests aboard every year. It's a 70-minute cherry blossom viewing cruise that departs from Tennozu Pier (pier) and turns around in front of Hotel Gajoen Tokyo (Meguro Gajoen). What is cherry blossom viewing from land?
5th most popular travel and sightseeing spot for university students: Osaka

The center of western Japan Osaka ” is also a popular graduation destination for college students.
Eat to your heart's content in Osaka, the gourmet town It's fun, but it's a rare opportunity. Unique Manufacturing Why not try it out? Is that so?
View from Dotonbori River Deep Osaka Cruise Tour Also recommended is.
In addition, Osaka has
There are plenty of unique activities and exciting facilities perfect for a graduation trip.
there is.
Be sure to check out the various plans!
[Dotonbori, Osaka] 50-minute long cruise! Bringing in food and drinks is also allowed!
Very popular!! A 50-minute long tour of Dotonbori, exclusive to Indy Cruises! This is Osaka!! An elegant cruise down the Dotonbori River! You can take photos from the river at the popular Glico sign! After leaving the busy streets of Dotonbori, you can relax on your cruise through quiet residential areas. We also recommend bringing your own food and drinks on this tour!
㊗️World Heritage・Mausoleum of Emperor Nintoku/Speaking of which! It's Haniwa, isn't it? Full of handmade feeling! Please enjoy making glue with the feeling of playing with clay. It is a “yakijime” work finish that retains the earthiness. The main body is made by wrapping soil around the shape of the body of the haniwa. Then, make parts such as hands and make holes such as eyes and mouth. Clay fine
[Osaka Namba] Takoyaki food sample making experience | Choose between a keychain or a magnet!
In the takoyaki making experience, you can make two very realistic food samples of Osaka's specialty "takoyaki"! You can choose between a key chain or a magnet as you like. You can make your own memories of Osaka Minami and take them home. We also recommend making one for yourself and the other as a gift to make a matching set. ~Experience flow~1. Takoyaki
・This is an experience where you can make a shiny brass bangle from scratch with your own hands. ・You can choose from four bangle widths: "square (2mm)", "square (3mm)", "flat (6mm)" and "flat (10mm)". ・You can take your creation home on the day. Recommended as a pair of accessories for couples or as a gift. ・Shinsaibashi
・This is an experience where you can make a strong and long-lasting SV950 silver ring by hand. ・You can take your creation home on the same day. Recommended as a gift, a pair of rings, or matching rings for friends. ・About a 3-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. It is within walking distance of Dotonbori Glico, so it is also recommended as a souvenir of your Osaka sightseeing. ・After the experience, you can take photos in the store, which is full of dried flowers.
\\ Museum admission + Sky Garden Observatory admission set is a bargain // General admission (1000 yen for museum + 1500 yen for observation deck) is a bargain if you buy the set! * Museum admission ticket and Sky Garden Observatory admission ticket will be given to you at the museum reception. * Children under elementary school age must purchase tickets on-site on the day. [Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum] At Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum
SPAWORLD HOTEL & RESORT Hot Spring Admission Ticket (Osaka Hot Spring Spa)
Recommended Travel and Sightseeing Spots for University Students Summary
Introducing recommended activities for popular tourist spots as domestic travel destinations for university students I did.
student discount
Tours and plans that apply
is the perfect place for college students to take a graduation trip.
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The graduation trip season in early spring is
Reservations for various activities tend to fill up quickly.
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Plan your graduation trip early with friends or a partner and make some wonderful memories as your final university experience!
*The content of this article is current as of February 2025.