Things to do in Japan
Day Trips from Tokyo8 optionsDay Trips from Osaka15 optionsMount Fuji Tours17 optionsDay Trips from Kyoto31 optionsGo Kart Tour Tokyo19 optionsShibuya Tour20 optionsTokyo City Tour10 optionsTokyo Imperial Palace Tour56 optionsAkihabara Tour34 optionsBike Tour Kyoto15 optionsHimeji Castle Tours28 optionsTokyo Walking Tour184 options
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Kyoto Higashiyama Rickshaw Tour: Historic Districts by JinrikishaA rickshaw tour through Kyoto's Higashiyama district pairs a traditional jinrikisha ride with a local English-speaking guide who navigates wooden geisha houses, temple gardens and shrine grounds. The route is customizable and runs 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on your choice; a maximum of two adults ride per rickshaw, and children under 5 can sit on an adult's lap.Is it for me?Glide through Higashiyama's wooden houses and stone alleys from your rickshaw seat while a local guide reveals the stories behind Kyoto's most historic streets.
Shinjuku: Solo Party Night with Locals & Travelers Pub MeetupYou’ll step into Shinjuku’s buzzing nightlife for a solo-friendly party where meeting locals and fellow travelers feels natural—not forced. Play table games like Jenga over drinks, chat with Japanese guests eager to practice English, and leave with new friends (plus some candid photos). If you’re nervous about going alone, don’t be—the vibe is warm and unpretentious.
Tokyo Haneda Airport Transfer: Private Hotel Pickup & DropoffYou get picked up at your Tokyo hotel and driven straight to Haneda with no waiting around for a cab, and on arrival the driver's location is texted to you so you walk straight to the car instead of hunting the arrivals hall. The fixed price means no negotiation at the curb, and the 60-minute free wait on arrival covers flight delays and slow baggage claim. Book this if you're traveling with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and public transport confusion.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at or leaving Tokyo with luggage and want to skip taxi queues and the confusion of public transport — the fixed price and door-to-door service mean you can relax instead of navigating the airport or negotiating a fare.
Tokyo Food Tour: Yurakucho & Ginza Izakaya Night WalkYou’ll feel Tokyo’s contrasts as you taste smoky yakitori in Yurakucho’s lantern-lit alleys, wander Ginza’s neon streets with your local guide, crunch into historic rice crackers, and end with drinks in a cozy izakaya. Expect laughter, new flavors, and small surprises that stick with you long after the night ends.
Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Custom T-Shirt ArtYou’ll step into a quiet Shinjuku studio, learn Japanese calligraphy from a local master, and turn your own name into kanji art—then paint it onto a T-shirt to keep. Expect hands-on moments with real tools and gentle guidance in English. It’s creative, sometimes awkward, always memorable—and you might surprise yourself.
Tokyo Shibuya Food Tour: Backstreet Izakayas & Local EatsYou’ll wander Shibuya’s buzzing backstreets with a local guide, taste yakitori straight off the grill, try real sake in hidden izakayas, and get honest tips for Tokyo eats beyond the tour. Expect laughter, new flavors—and maybe a few surprises you’ll remember long after dinner.
Osaka: Walking Tour to 5 Sights & Ramen LunchYou’ll walk Osaka’s busy markets and peaceful temples with a local guide who knows every shortcut—and every food stall worth stopping for. Taste ramen where locals eat it, climb castle steps for city views, wander neon-lit streets in Shinsekai, and end up feeling like you’ve seen more than just landmarks.
Osaka: Local Party Night & All You Can Drink TicketYou’ll step right into Osaka’s friendly nightlife with this party ticket—unlimited drinks, relaxed games like UNO or Jenga, and real conversations with locals plus travelers from everywhere. The host keeps things lively (and never awkward) by shuffling groups, so you meet plenty of people without any pressure. It’s an easy way to feel connected in a new city—even if you come alone.
Ishigaki Mangrove SUP or Canoe Tour: Paddle the Miyara RiverThis activity takes you paddleboarding or canoeing through the Miyara River in Ishigaki, a mangrove forest designated as a national cultural asset. You choose SUP or canoe at checkout, paddle for roughly 90 minutes with a live guide in English or Japanese, and the protected forest keeps the tour stable even in light rain. Equipment, life jacket, liability insurance and a hot shower are included.Is it for me?Choose SUP if you want to stand and paddle on your own board; choose canoe if you prefer sitting lower in the water or if you're bringing a young child who may be more stable in a boat. The guide speaks English or Japanese — confirm the language when you book, since some departures run in Japanese only.
Hiroshima & Miyajima: Bike Tour, Ferry & Island ShrinesYou’ll cycle through Hiroshima’s neighborhoods and Peace Memorial Park with a local guide before hopping a train and ferry to Miyajima Island. Expect moments of quiet reflection at memorials, laughter with wild deer near Itsukushima Shrine, and a sit-down lunch with regional flavors. This day trip leaves you carrying more than just photos home.
Kintsugi pottery repair workshop in Kyoto: Repair your own plateA kintsugi workshop in central Kyoto where you repair a ceramic plate using the traditional Japanese technique of highlighting cracks with gold-colored lacquer. The 75-minute session includes bilingual staff guidance, all tools, and the plate you work on; you leave with your finished piece. Children must be at least 7 years old; the space is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?The workshop runs 75 minutes of hands-on work at a relaxed pace, so it suits anyone who wants to learn a craft without a full day commitment. Children must be at least 7 to participate; the space is wheelchair accessible and near public transportation.
Tokyo: Toyosu Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Food Tour MorningYou’ll wake up early for Tokyo’s legendary Toyosu tuna auction, watching from above as buyers compete for giant fish below. Then follow your local guide through Tsukiji’s bustling alleys, tasting street snacks and learning market secrets along the way. Expect real-life energy, laughter over language slips, and a glimpse into how Tokyo eats every day.
Kanazawa Private Walking Tour: Customized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Kanazawa customized to your interests, led by a local guide who knows the city's samurai districts, markets, gardens and geisha quarters. After you book, you fill out a short questionnaire about what draws you—history, food, hidden spots, culture—and your guide reaches out to build the itinerary together. The tour runs 2 to 5 hours depending on the option you choose, with a start time that fits your schedule.Is it for me?Book the 2-hour option if you're short on time and want to focus on one or two neighborhoods—the samurai district and a market, or the garden and geisha quarter. Choose 4 or 5 hours if you want to move unhurried through multiple sites and have time to stop for food or conversation with your guide.
Dotonbori River Cruise: Osaka Food Night Views TourA guided walking tour of Osaka's Dotonbori district followed by a river cruise, with an English-speaking guide who shares the city's history and local food culture. The tour covers the backstreets where locals eat, the Glico sign and iconic billboards, a hidden Meiji-era alleyway, and a Shinto shrine, ending with a relaxing cruise along the waterfront at night. The meeting point is the Don Quijote Midosuji Store, separate from the river cruise boarding counter.Is it for me?Two hours is short enough to fit into an afternoon without blocking the rest of your day, but long enough to walk the backstreets, eat, learn the history, and take the river cruise—so you get the full Dotonbori experience without a half-day commitment.
Kyoto Kintsugi Gold Repair Pottery Class: Learn & Take HomeA 90-minute kintsugi pottery repair class in Kyoto where you learn the traditional Japanese technique of mending broken ceramics with lacquer and gold while embracing the philosophy of imperfection. An English-speaking guide walks you through each step on a standard pottery piece (or an upgraded plate or bowl of your choice), and you take your finished work home as a souvenir. Beginner-friendly; no prior experience needed.Is it for me?The class runs 90 minutes of hands-on work at a steady pace—you're standing and working with your hands the whole time, so it suits anyone comfortable with a short creative session. If you want a cultural experience you can hold in your hands when you leave Kyoto, this one delivers it.
Kyoto: Samurai School Kenbu Lesson & Costume PhotosYou’ll step into Kyoto’s world of samurai etiquette—learning Kenbu sword moves from a local instructor, practicing with both sword and fan, then dressing up for photos in traditional costume. Take home your certificate as proof you’ve lived a piece of old Japan—and maybe laugh at yourself along the way.
Snorkeling & SUP or Canoe on Iriomote Island from IshigakiSpend a full day on Iriomote Island snorkeling in mangrove rivers and paddling by SUP or canoe, with guides who teach beginners and handle all equipment. The itinerary runs 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with pickup from Ishigaki Island, a lunch break you arrange yourself, and free photo data captured during the day. Choose between SUP (ages 12–59) or canoe (ages 6–59) at checkout.Is it for me?Choose SUP if you want to stand and paddle across open water within the mangrove system; choose canoe if you prefer to sit and move through narrower channels or if anyone in your group is under 12. Both work for beginners—the guides teach from the start, and the sheltered rivers mean you're learning in calm water, not the open ocean.
Tokyo: Bike Tour Imperial Palace & Meiji ShrineYou ride a bike through central Tokyo hitting Meiji Shrine, a historic cemetery, Roppongi, Zojo-ji Temple, and the Imperial Palace moat, with a lunch break and Tokyo Bay views included. The small-group pace means the guide adjusts to your speed, and you see the neighborhoods between the landmarks instead of just the landmarks themselves.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Tokyo's major sights without the subway crowds and have the fitness for a few hours of steady riding; the small-group format and guide's attention to pace is what makes it possible to move through the city at a speed where you actually notice it.
Tokyo: Tea Ceremony Workshop with Sakura Tea & Matcha TastingYou’ll step into an old Tokyo house for a real chado workshop—sipping sakura tea, tasting strong koicha matcha, and trying your hand at making usucha under Mika’s gentle guidance. Expect moments of quiet focus, laughter over wobbly foam, and flavors you probably haven’t met before. There’s an odd comfort in sharing sweets with strangers on tatami mats—you might leave thinking about silence differently.
Shibuya: Go Kart Street Tour & Costume Ride CrossingYou’ll slip into costume near Ebisu Station and drive your own go kart past Shibuya Crossing with a small group (and plenty of laughs). Expect waves from strangers, city lights rushing by, and a guide who keeps things fun but safe. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s being part of Tokyo for an hour or two.
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