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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Kanazawa: Omicho Market & Geisha District Food TourYou taste Kanazawa's street food at Omicho Market—fresh sushi, croquettes, seasonal treats—then walk through Higashi Chaya's wooden teahouses and sake bars with a local guide who knows which alleys matter and which owners will let you in. Small groups mean you eat at your own pace, and the guide photographs you as you go, sending the shots after the tour ends.Is it for me?Right for travelers arriving in Kanazawa who want to eat like locals and see the real geisha district without arranging transport or navigating the market alone. The small-group format and guide's knowledge of which stalls and shops matter is what turns a walk into an actual experience of the city.
Alpine tour from Takayama: Shinhotaka Ropeway and KamikochiThis full-day guided tour from Takayama combines a two-stage ascent on the Shinhotaka Ropeway with afternoon walks through Kamikochi, a pristine valley in the Japanese Alps. The English-speaking guide leads you through alpine flora at the observation deck, then down along the Azusa River and near Taisho Pond, with 90 minutes of free time to explore on your own. Transportation, ropeway tickets and all guided sections are included; the day runs nine hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you follow the commentary and the route without translation or guesswork—this matters if you want to understand what you're standing in front of and move at a pace that lets you absorb it.
Tokyo: Toyosu & Tsukiji Tuna Auction with Private GuideYou watch professional tuna buyers bid on bluefin at Toyosu Market, then eat your way through sushi, grilled eel, and matcha at both Toyosu and Tsukiji Outer Market with a private English-speaking guide. The tour includes entry to both markets and food tastings; you handle no tickets, no timing, no language barrier. Bookings can happen last-minute, and the guide confirms everything via WhatsApp before you go.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see a real Tokyo market auction and eat well without figuring out the language, the timing, or which stalls are worth your money — the private guide takes care of all three, which is what makes an early morning feel like a plan instead of a gamble.
Tokyo Shibuya: Solo-Friendly International Party & Local Social NightYou’ll step straight into Tokyo nightlife with this solo-friendly party in Shibuya — meeting locals and travelers over drinks and shared fries. Expect casual games like Uno or Jenga to break the ice, plus a host who keeps things moving in English and Japanese. You’ll leave with new friends (and maybe a group photo you didn’t expect), feeling part of Tokyo for an evening.
Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Tour: Peace Park & Floating ToriiYou spend the morning moving through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park—the A-Bomb Dome, the museum, the Children's Peace Monument, and the Cenotaph—with a guide who gives context and leaves space for reflection. After lunch, you take the ferry to Miyajima Island to see Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate, explore the shrine grounds, and walk the island's traditional streets. Your guide arranges all transport and entry tickets, so you arrive at each stop ready to step in.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to see both Hiroshima's peace memorials and Miyajima's shrine without arranging transport, entry tickets, or navigating between stops yourself—the guide and included fares take that off your hands, leaving you free to absorb each place.
Gion Night Tour: Geisha Culture Walking Tour in KyotoA small-group walking tour of Kyoto's Gion district at sunset, led by a local guide in Spanish, that teaches you to read the cultural markers of geisha and maiko life—the teahouses, the shrine, the streets where they move between appointments. Two hours on foot through less-traveled alleys and the main thoroughfares, with up to 15 participants, suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a small group (up to 15 people) and a guide who speaks Spanish—the intimate size and the local expertise are what let you move through the quieter corners of Gion and actually understand what you are seeing, rather than just walking past it.
Takayama & Shirakawago Day Trip: Markets, Heritage VillagesYou’ll taste Takayama’s market snacks, walk Sanmachi Suji’s quiet lanes, and step inside centuries-old houses in Shirakawago—all guided by someone who knows every shortcut and story. Expect real moments: laughter over sticky rice, rain on your jacket, maybe even muddy shoes—and memories that stick around longer than souvenirs.
Kyoto Gion: Geisha Show & Walking Tour with Maiko PerformanceYou’ll wander Kyoto’s lantern-lit Gion district with a local guide before settling in for an intimate Maiko performance—complete with tea, traditional sweets, and time for questions or even a playful game. Expect small surprises along the way and leave with a sense of Kyoto’s living history lingering in your memory.
Make Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha in Tokyo: Hands-On ClassA 90-minute hands-on class in Tokyo where you make Nerikiri—delicate Japanese sweets shaped by hand—then participate in a table-style tea ceremony with freshly whisked matcha and premium sweets sourced across Japan. The class runs at 9 AM, 1 PM, or 3:30 PM in a traditional Japanese home just three minutes from Omotesando Station, within walking distance of Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji Shrine, and Takeshita Street. All materials, tea, and sweets are included; everything you make is yours to take home. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the experience suits all ages and dietary preferences including vegan and vegetarian diets.Is it for me?Catch Tokyo's quiet morning hours by making and tasting nerikiri sweets yourself—you'll finish by 10:30 and step straight into Shibuya or Harajuku while the day is still yours.
Osaka: Japanese Cooking Class & Market Walk with Local StoresYou’ll join locals in Osaka for a guided walk through real neighborhood shops before rolling up your sleeves for an English-friendly cooking class. Taste seasonal ingredients straight from family-run stores, learn to make dishes like okonomiyaki or ramen & gyoza, and share laughter over homemade food in a small group setting. It’s less about perfection—more about genuine connection.
Kamakura: Walking Tour with Great Buddha & Tsurugaoka ShrineYou’ll feel Kamakura’s layers unfold as you walk from ancient shrines to lively Komachi Street, tasting local flavors along the way. Stand beneath the Great Buddha’s gaze and find calm at Hasedera Temple’s gardens — all led by someone who knows these streets by heart.
Kyoto: Early Morning E-Bike Tour Fushimi Inari & GionYou’ll start your day gliding through Kyoto’s quiet streets on an e-bike, reaching Fushimi Inari Shrine before anyone else arrives. Savor riverside cycling, temple gardens at Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji, plus lunch near the Silver Pavilion. End by rolling through Gion’s old alleys—maybe spotting a maiko—feeling like you’ve seen Kyoto wake up from within.
Tokyo to Mt Fuji or Hakone: Private Day Trip with Flexible StopsYou’ll step out of Tokyo’s rush into either Mt Fuji’s calm or Hakone’s creative energy on this private day trip with an English-speaking driver. Climb to Chureito Pagoda for postcard views, wander lakeside parks or artisan villages, and share small moments with locals along the way. You’ll remember how quiet it gets when Fuji finally appears — or maybe just how good noodles taste after a long climb.
Tokyo Sangenjaya: Private Back Alley Food & Drink TourYou’ll squeeze into tiny bars with locals in Sangenjaya’s yokocho, try kushikatsu skewers straight from the fryer, sample wild game off a charcoal grill and cook your own okonomiyaki side by side with Tokyoites. With three offbeat izakayas and a friendly local guide leading the way, you’ll get a taste of Tokyo nightlife most visitors never see.
Tokyo Half-Day Tour: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace & AsakusaYou board a deluxe coach at either Ginza or Shinjuku and spend the morning moving through five major Tokyo sights — Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Harajuku, Akihabara, and Asakusa — with an English-speaking guide and multilingual audio support. The tour includes premium matcha (or gelato or beer) at a historic temple, then leaves you free to explore Asakusa on your own. Everything is handled: pickup, transport, entry guidance, and the matcha experience. You're done by early afternoon.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see Tokyo's main landmarks in one morning without arranging transport or navigating between sites themselves — the fixed schedule and coach-based format pack five major attractions into a half-day, leaving your afternoon free.
Osaka Food Tour: Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku & Dotonbori with Local GuideYou walk through Shinsekai and Dotonbori with a local guide who picks the food stops — 6 to 10 tastings including kushikatsu, takoyaki, and wagashi from shops locals use. You visit Tsutenkaku Tower, explore Hozenji Yokocho's lantern-lit alleys, browse a depachika food hall, and eat one proper meal with a drink included. The guide handles the route and the stories; you just show up with comfortable shoes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat what locals eat without spending your afternoon researching shops and menus — the guide's picks and the fixed route mean you taste real Osaka food in real neighborhoods, not tourist versions of them.
Shibuya: Japanese Language Exchange Night with Locals & DrinksYou’ll slip into Shibuya’s evening buzz and join a small group language exchange where locals and travelers mix over drinks. Expect friendly faces, seat swaps every round, topic cards for easy conversation, and genuine moments of laughter or awkwardness—plus a soft drink or alcohol included. You might even walk out with new friends or at least some useful Japanese phrases echoing in your head.
Kyoto Bike Tour: Gion, Zen Temples & Local LunchYou’ll start your Kyoto bike tour in Gion with a friendly guide, cycle through quiet lanes to Kennin-ji’s Zen gardens, enjoy a local lunch at a hidden tea house, and ride along the Kamogawa River under leafy trees. Expect real moments with locals and time to soak up Kyoto’s peaceful side—it’s less about sightseeing, more about feeling part of the city for an afternoon.
Mt. Fuji tour from Shimizu Port: Small-group Shiraito Falls accessA small-group guided tour departing from Shimizu Port that visits Mt. Fuji's less-crowded landmarks—Tanuki Lake, Shiraito Falls, a local sake shop, Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha shrine, and the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center—with an English-speaking local guide and air-conditioned vehicle. The tour is timed to your ship's arrival and departure; you choose your arrival time at checkout, and the guide adjusts stops based on weather and traffic to fit your port window.Is it for me?Book this tour if your ship arrives between 7am and 1pm and you want to see Mt. Fuji's quieter, less-crowded spots without renting a car or navigating public transit from the port. The small-group format and fixed timing around your ship's schedule mean you don't have to plan the day yourself—the guide handles the route and adjusts it as needed to get you back to the ship on time.
Tokyo: Standup Comedy Show & Japanese Culture StoriesYou’ll join locals and travelers in a cozy Tokyo bar for a real English-language standup comedy show led by Meshida, who breaks down Japanese culture through sharp jokes and stories. Expect friendly banter before the show starts, honest laughter about daily life in Japan, plus time to chat with the comedian after. You’ll walk out with new friends — and probably a few questions answered you never thought to ask.
Destinations
- Akita Prefecture›
- Aomori Prefecture›
- Chiba Prefecture›
- Chubu›
- Ehime Prefecture›
- Fukuoka Prefecture›
- Fukushima Prefecture›
- Gunma Prefecture›
- Hiroshima Prefecture›
- Hokkaido›
- Ibaraki Prefecture›
- Iwate Prefecture›
- Kagawa Prefecture›
- Kagoshima Prefecture›
- Kanagawa Prefecture›
- Kansai›
- Kanto›
- Kochi Prefecture›
- Kumamoto Prefecture›
- Kyushu›
- Mie Prefecture›
- Miyagi Prefecture›
- Nagasaki Prefecture›
- Oita Prefecture›
- Okayama Prefecture›
- Okinawa›
- Saga Prefecture›
- Saitama Prefecture›
- Shimane Prefecture›
- Tochigi Prefecture›
- Tokushima Prefecture›
- Tokyo Prefecture›
- Tottori Prefecture›
- Yamagata Prefecture›
- Yamaguchi Prefecture›
