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
Sort
Tokyo: Tsukiji, Akihabara & Asakusa Food Walk with LunchYou’ll walk Tokyo’s famous neighborhoods—Tsukiji’s bustling market stalls, Akihabara’s neon game arcades, and Asakusa’s timeless temple streets—all alongside a local guide who actually knows their way around. Taste street food you might never order alone and learn simple rituals at Senso-ji Temple before sharing lunch together. It’s lively and sometimes overwhelming—but you’ll catch those quieter moments too.
Tokyo to Haneda Airport: Private Hotel Pickup & TransferYou get picked up from your central Tokyo hotel with no need to find the driver, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with your luggage handled, and arrive at Haneda with time to spare. The driver tracks your flight and waits 30 minutes free if you're running late, so the only thing you manage is getting downstairs on time.Is it for me?Right choice if your hotel is in central Tokyo and you want to skip the train with luggage — the pickup and drop-off at Haneda mean you don't arrange anything else. Plan for the driver to arrive 10 minutes before your requested time, which is what lets you relax instead of rushing.
Samurai Sword Fighting Class in Kyoto: Film Your Own SceneA samurai sword fighting class at Myokaku-ji Temple in Kyoto where you learn authentic techniques from a professional samurai actor, dress in traditional hakama, and film your own action scene on temple grounds. The session runs about 70 minutes, includes costume rental and professional filming, and you keep all photos and videos shot with your own camera or theirs. English-speaking instruction is provided, and the atmosphere is relaxed even if you've never acted before.Is it for me?The 70-minute session leaves room for other activities earlier or later in your day, so you can combine it with temple visits or other Kyoto stops without committing to a full afternoon. If you're traveling with children, they're welcome from age 6 onward, making this a rare hands-on samurai experience that works for families.
Shibuya: Vegan Sushi & Okonomiyaki Night Food TourYou’ll walk through Shibuya’s neon-lit streets with a local guide, taste vegan nigiri crafted by a pro chef, share laughs over sizzling okonomiyaki in a cozy spot, and end your night gazing down at Shibuya Crossing from above—all included with dinner and drinks. This tour isn’t just about food; it’s about feeling part of Tokyo for an evening.
Kyoto: International Party for Solo Travelers & ExpatsYou’ll step into a Kyoto bar where locals, expats and solo travelers gather around craft beers and laughter-filled games. Guided by a friendly host, you’ll mingle easily—switching languages and swapping stories—while enjoying all-you-can-drink options and light snacks. Expect spontaneous friendships and small moments that stick with you long after you leave.
Kyoto: Zen Garden Walking Tour with Temple Designer GuideYou’ll step into Kyoto’s Nanzen-ji Temple grounds with a local landscape designer as your guide. Feel the hush of Zen gardens underfoot, learn why every stone matters, and hear stories you won’t find in any brochure. By the end, you’ll carry a new kind of calm—and maybe even see Kyoto differently.
Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Trip from Osaka: Bullet Train & ShrineYou travel from Osaka to Hiroshima and Miyajima on the bullet train with a licensed English guide waiting at the station. Your day includes the floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine, the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Peace Memorial Museum, a ferry ride across the Seto Inland Sea, and time to explore Miyajima's shopping street and eat lunch on your own. The return journey is by Shinkansen back to Osaka, with an assistant to guide you from the station home.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Osaka and want to see Hiroshima and Miyajima's main sights in one day without arranging train tickets, ferry bookings, or a separate guide — the fixed itinerary and reserved Shinkansen seats mean you're not figuring out logistics, just moving through the day.
Nishiki Market food tour Kyoto: 7 tastings with shrine visitYou walk through Pontocho's traditional alley and Kiyamachi Street, then spend the main part of the tour in Nishiki Market with a local guide who stops at seven carefully chosen vendors for tastings. The guide explains the history and culture behind what you're eating, you visit the shrine that anchors the market, and you leave with photos and insider knowledge of where to eat in Kyoto. Everything — entry, tastings, guide — is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat your way through Kyoto's most important market without guessing which stall matters or what you're actually tasting — the guide's knowledge is what turns a crowded market into a food education.
Tokyo: Samurai Kendo Lesson & Bushido Spirit TrainingYou’ll step onto the dojo floor in Tokyo and learn kendo basics from a local instructor, starting with etiquette and moving into real sword techniques. Feel the weight of a bamboo sword in your hands, practice footwork, and witness an intense match between masters before trying your own moves. You’ll leave carrying more than just a souvenir—maybe even a bit of calm you didn’t know you needed.
Tokyo: Samurai Kendo Class & Swordsmanship with InstructorYou’ll step inside a real Tokyo dojo for two hours of hands-on samurai training—learn basic kendo moves from an English-speaking instructor, suit up in full armor, and even spar in a friendly match. Expect laughter, sweat, and stories you’ll carry home long after you leave Japan.
Osaka Early Morning Walking Tour: Castle, Markets & DotonboriYou walk through Osaka Castle and its gardens in the quiet early hours, taste fresh street food at Kuromon Market with a local guide explaining each stop, and move through Den Den Town, Hozenji Temple, and Dotonbori before the crowds arrive. One drink is included, and the whole tour takes about four hours. Bring comfortable shoes and arrive on time — the tour departs whether you're there or not.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Osaka's main landmarks and eat real street food without arranging your own route, timing, or translations — the early start is what makes it possible to hit five neighborhoods and still be done by mid-morning.
Osaka: Ramen Cooking Class with Three Flavors & RecipesYou’ll get your hands messy making real ramen noodles in Osaka, guided step-by-step by a local expert. Taste three unique broths—salt, soy sauce, miso—and enjoy a relaxed meal with new friends. Leave with recipes (and maybe flour on your shirt), plus memories of laughter around the kitchen table.
Lake Kawaguchiko: Mt. Fuji Kayak & Coffee at SunriseYou arrive before dawn, get a fifteen-minute paddling lesson, then spend an hour on the lake with Mt. Fuji in front of you and a hot drink in hand while your guide photographs the whole thing. No experience needed, no rental hassle, and you're back on shore by 8:30 with the clearest views of the mountain and the quiet morning to yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you're in the Kawaguchiko area and want to see Mt. Fuji from the water without arranging transport, equipment, or figuring out paddling on your own — the early start and guided format are what make the clearest views and the quietest lake possible in one morning.
Kamakura: Temples, Great Buddha & Nature Private Walking TourYou’ll walk Kamakura’s forest trails past ancient temples and shrines, rub Hotei’s belly for luck, wash coins at Zeniarai Benzaiten Shrine, and stand before the Great Buddha itself — all with an English-speaking guide who knows every shortcut and story. End your day looking out over Yuigahama Beach feeling both tired and quietly amazed.
Kanazawa: Private Half Day Tour with Local Nurse GuideYou’ll wander Kanazawa’s famous Kenrokuen Garden, taste fresh bites at Omicho Market, stroll samurai-era lanes and share laughs with your local nurse guide—all at your own pace. Expect small surprises and genuine connection as you experience both iconic sights and everyday moments most travelers miss.
Antique Kimono and Tea Ceremony in Kyoto: English-GuidedAn antique kimono and tea ceremony experience in Kyoto pairs hands-on learning with cultural immersion: you select and wear a carefully preserved kimono, then spend 90 minutes learning the basics of the Japanese tea ceremony, proper etiquette, and the philosophy behind each gesture and utensil. A professional dresser styles you, and English guidance walks you through the ceremony's role in Japanese culture and its connection to seasonal awareness and the concept of omotenashi (hospitality). The experience includes matcha and traditional sweets, plus time for photos in the shop.Is it for me?The 90-minute format keeps the experience contained in one afternoon without travel between sites, so you move through the ceremony at a measured pace and absorb each step without rushing. Choose this if you want to learn a Japanese cultural practice hands-on rather than observe it from a distance.
Tokyo Go-Kart: Shibuya, Roppongi & Tokyo Tower DriveYou’ll feel the pulse of Tokyo as you zip through Shibuya Crossing in a go-kart, cruise past Roppongi’s nightlife glow, pause beneath Tokyo Tower’s bright spire, and catch a breath by the Imperial Palace gardens. With all fees included and a local guide leading the way, it’s an urban adventure that’ll stick with you long after.
Harajuku & Meiji Shrine Walking Tour Tokyo: 2-Hour Local GuideYou walk through Meiji Shrine's 70-hectare forest with a local guide explaining Shinto rituals and the shrine's history, then move into Harajuku's Takeshita Street to see where kawaii fashion started. The 2-hour tour includes small groups, starts at JR Harajuku Station, and ends at Omotesando—no transport logistics to arrange yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand both sides of Harajuku—the spiritual history and the pop culture energy—without planning the route yourself or missing the details a guide catches. The small group size and fixed 2-hour window are what make it possible to move between the shrine's quiet forest and Takeshita's chaos without feeling rushed.
Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go & Gokayama UNESCO Villages with Paper MakingYou spend a full day moving through three mountain communities — a woodcarving town, two UNESCO heritage villages, and a paper-making workshop — with an English-speaking guide handling the route and the history. You make your own paper to take home, enter a 250-year-old farmhouse, and have free time to explore Shirakawa-go at your own pace. Hotel pickup and all entry fees are included, which means you show up ready to go.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the UNESCO villages and mountain crafts without arranging your own transport or worrying about which stops to prioritize — the guide handles the route and the history, and you get to focus on what you're actually seeing.
Arashiyama walking tour Kyoto: Temples, bamboo, monkeysThis 4-hour walking tour of Kyoto's Arashiyama district covers Tenryu-ji Temple, the Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine, and Monkey Park Iwatayama, with a local English-speaking guide leading the route. Entry to the monkey park and temple admission are included, along with a cup of traditional matcha. The tour involves a steep 20-minute hike to reach the monkey park, so it suits those comfortable with sustained walking and climbing.Is it for me?You'll move at your own pace through temples, bamboo groves, and shrines—perfect if you'd rather skip the group rhythm and spend extra time wherever captures you.
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›
