Things to do in Tokyo
Day Trips from Tokyo8 optionsMount Fuji Tours17 optionsGo Kart Tour Tokyo19 optionsShibuya Tour20 optionsTokyo City Tour10 optionsTokyo Imperial Palace Tour56 optionsAkihabara Tour34 optionsTokyo Walking Tour184 optionsFood Tour Tokyo143 optionsHarajuku Tour44 optionsBike Tour Tokyo9 optionsSenso Ji Temple Tours67 options
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Tokyo: Go-Kart Tour Shibuya, Shinjuku & Famous CrossingsYou’ll drive your own go-kart through Tokyo’s wildest neighborhoods—Shibuya Crossing, Omotesando, Shinjuku—with a local guide leading the way. Feel the city rush by as you pass parks and neon-lit streets, wave at curious locals, and see famous sights from an angle you never imagined. Bring your license—and maybe leave your dignity at home.
Nikko: Private Day Tour Shrines, Kegon Falls & Edo WonderlandYou’ll cross Shinkyo Bridge into Nikko’s world of shrines and stories, guided by someone who knows every legend by heart. Taste mountain air near Kegon Falls or wander flower paths if you choose Ashikaga Park. Try on a kimono or watch ninja shows at Edo Wonderland—all with easy hotel pickup and a local guide who makes history feel personal.
Tokyo Sumo Wrestling: Chair Seating, Chanko Nabe & Hands-On TrainingYou watch sumo wrestlers train from a chair at ringside, try wrestling yourself, eat chanko nabe with the athletes, and ask them questions in English with your guide translating. Photography happens after practice ends. The whole experience runs about four hours from central Tokyo, with train travel included, and you return by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see real sumo training without arranging transport, timing yourself, or figuring out how to enter a stable — the guide handles the logistics and the wrestlers' hospitality makes you feel like you're part of their day, not observing it from outside.
Tsukiji Fish Market Tokyo: Seafood Tasting & Street Food TourYou'll move through Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market with a guide who steers you past the crowds to five-plus vendors where market workers actually eat, tasting fresh seafood, local specialties, and street food in real portions. The small group size means you see what's actually happening in the market without getting lost in it, and you leave with a sense of how this place has fed the city for decades. Message about dietary needs a week ahead, and plan for the full morning.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to eat what locals eat without spending hours figuring out which stall to trust — the guide handles the navigation and the vendors know you're coming, which is what makes the whole thing feel like you belong there instead of like you're visiting.
Tokyo: Private Family Tour with Custom Itinerary & PickupYou’ll taste fresh melon bread in Asakusa, stroll through Harajuku’s colorful chaos, and find calm inside Meiji Shrine—all guided by a Tokyo local who adapts every stop to your family’s pace. From hotel pickup to secret snack spots and help with language or train tickets, it’s less like a tour and more like exploring with a friend who knows every shortcut.
Shimbashi food tour: 5 stops, local guide, sake tastingYou walk Shimbashi's backstreets with a local guide for three hours, stopping at five izakayas to eat ramen, Wagyu, and seasonal dishes with two drinks included. The guide handles the route and the introductions; you handle the eating. Small groups mean you're not queuing—you're sitting where the neighborhood actually eats.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to eat where Tokyo office workers eat, not where tourists queue—the small group size and local guide mean you're sitting at counters and getting recommendations, not following a script. Plan for three hours on your feet moving between stops; that's what fits five restaurants and two drinks into one afternoon.
Tokyo JDM Night Tour: Daikoku PA, Rainbow Bridge & Car MeetYou get picked up from your hotel, driven to Daikoku PA for 90 minutes among hundreds of modified JDM cars with owner interaction, then cruise Tokyo's highways past Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge before returning around 9 PM. The guide handles all navigation and context, so you just show up and absorb the scene.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Tokyo's car culture as locals experience it, not as a museum exhibit — the guide handles the route and the stories, so you just arrive at your hotel and let the evening happen.
Tokyo: Wagyu Beef & Sake Pairing Tasting Near SkytreeYou’ll slip off your shoes and settle in for seven courses of Wagyu beef paired with seasonal sake near Tokyo Skytree. Friendly hosts guide you through each bite—from delicate yukhoe to rich curry rice—explaining flavors as you go. Expect laughter over mispronounced words, unexpected favorites like shabushabu, and an atmosphere that feels welcoming no matter where you’re from.
Shinjuku Walking Tour: Godzilla Head, Golden Gai & Hanazono ShrineYou walk through Shinjuku with a licensed guide who shows you the best angle for the Godzilla Head, teaches you how to pray at Hanazono Shrine, and explains what Golden Gai actually is before you step into the alley's tiny bars. The guide handles the navigation and context so you don't spend the afternoon wondering where to go next.Is it for me?Pick this if you're new to Shinjuku and want to hit the main spots without spending an hour figuring out where they are — the guide's job is to handle the navigation and context so you can actually absorb what you're seeing instead of staring at your phone.
Mochi Making Class Shibuya: Private Lesson in Japanese HomeYou'll make fruit daifuku and dango in Sakura's home kitchen near Shibuya, learning from a certified instructor who has taught thousands of guests. The class includes hands-on preparation, Japanese green tea or matcha, a recipe card, and a take-out bag with everything you've made. It's a private lesson in an actual Japanese household, not a commercial studio—which is what makes it feel like you've been invited to a friend's place instead of a class.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn mochi-making in an actual Japanese home rather than a commercial kitchen, and you're comfortable with stairs and a toy poodle in the space—those two things are exactly what make it feel like a real invitation instead of a class.
Kintsugi class in Tokyo: Restore pottery, take it homeA two-hour kintsugi class in Shibuya, Tokyo, where you choose a piece of broken pottery from the studio collection, learn the Japanese restoration technique from an English-speaking instructor, and take home your repaired work in a gift box. The class holds two to six students, opens with matcha tea and seasonal sweets, and includes all materials, a worksheet guide and personalized instruction.Is it for me?The studio is a short walk uphill from Shibuya crossing and reachable by public transportation, so you don't need a car or a long commute from central Tokyo to fit this into your day. The two-hour length and small group size mean you get real attention without the class running so long that it dominates your schedule.
Tokyo: Matcha Tea Ceremony & Kimono Dressing with TastingYou arrive in a kimono, learn to distinguish matcha grades by taste and science, whisk your own bowl using proper tea ceremony form, and eat traditional sweets while sitting on tatami. Everything — the robe, the tools, the seven matcha samples, and the snacks — is included, so you walk in and the experience takes it from there.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually participate in a tea ceremony rather than observe one, and you'd rather learn matcha quality in a tasting than read about it online — the small-group format and the cellar access are what make the tasting real.
Tokyo: Kintsugi Jewelry Workshop in Shibuya with Hands-On CraftYou’ll feel the calm of a real Tokyo Kintsugi studio as you craft your own jewelry or ornament from broken ceramics, guided by a local instructor in Shibuya. Brush on gold powder, learn why imperfections matter here, and take home your handmade piece—a memory you can actually wear.
Tokyo: Ginza Food Tour with 3 Local Eateries & DrinksYou’ll taste your way through three Tokyo neighborhoods—Ginza’s polished counters, Yurakucho’s lantern-lit alleys, Shimbashi’s lively streets—with a local guide leading you to real spots for sushi, yakitori and more. Expect laughter over drinks, new flavors you’ll crave later, and that rare sense of belonging only shared meals can bring.
Narita Airport to Tokyo: Private Transfer & Luggage HelpA professional driver meets you at Narita arrivals or your Tokyo hotel, loads your luggage, and drives you directly to your destination in an air-conditioned vehicle sized for your group. The fixed price includes the transfer, luggage help, and 60 minutes of airport waiting time if needed. You avoid the taxi queue and the uncertainty of public transport after a long flight.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Narita with luggage and want to reach your Tokyo hotel without navigating the taxi queue, negotiating fares, or figuring out train connections — the fixed price and direct route mean you know exactly what you're paying and when you'll arrive.
Tokyo Shibuya & Shinjuku: Go Kart Street Ride with Lounge StopYou’ll slip into a real street go kart and cruise through Shibuya and Shinjuku with a local guide leading the way—people will snap your photo as you pass neon-lit crowds and famous crossings. Includes insurance, all required gear, plus time to relax afterward at their lounge restaurant. You’ll remember how alive Tokyo feels from right down on the asphalt.
Tokyo Kappabashi: 30-Minute Gluten-Free Soba Cooking ClassYou’ll roll up your sleeves alongside locals in a cozy Tokyo kitchen street shop, learning how to mix and cut gluten-free soba from scratch before tasting your own creation. Expect laughter over imperfect noodles and a choice of unique broths—plus gentle guidance from an instructor who makes everyone feel welcome. You’ll leave with hands dusted in flour and maybe a new appreciation for simple things done well.
Mt Fuji Full Day Private Tour from Tokyo: Customizable RouteA private full-day tour of Mt Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes region departing from Tokyo with an English-speaking driver and hotel pickup included. You choose the stops—Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchi, Oshino Hakkai's spring-fed ponds, or quieter viewpoints—and the driver adjusts the route and pace to match your group's interests. The vehicle is air-conditioned with WiFi and bottled water; fuel, parking and tolls are covered.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Mt Fuji's most scenic viewpoints without arranging transport or following a fixed schedule—the private vehicle and customizable route let you linger where the light is best or move on when you're ready, and the driver handles all the logistics so your group stays together.
Tokyo Geisha Performance & Dinner with English InterpreterYou sit at a long table in a traditional Tokyo ryotei while a certified geisha performs classical dance and music, answers your questions through an English interpreter, and shares an elegant Japanese dinner with your group. The 2-hour ozashiki experience includes photos with the geisha and runs Tuesday and Saturday in spring for join-in groups, or any day except Monday for private bookings year-round. Expect to climb stairs to reach the dining room and book at least a month in advance.Is it for me?Book this if you want an intimate, structured introduction to Tokyo's geisha tradition without arranging the restaurant, menu, language translation, or timing yourself—the two-hour format and English interpreter mean you show up and the evening unfolds around you. The minimum group size and advance booking window mean you'll need to plan ahead and confirm your date at least five days before.
Tokyo to Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Private Day Trip with Custom StopsYou’ll feel Mount Fuji’s chill air on your cheeks at the 5th Station before tasting fresh mochi by crystal-clear ponds in Oshino Hakkai. Climb shrine steps for that postcard view at Chureito Pagoda and walk lakeside trails by Kawaguchiko with Fuji always watching over you. This private day trip from Tokyo lets you move at your own pace—and leaves you thinking about those quiet moments long after you’re home.
