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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Tokyo Family Tour: Private Guide, Custom Itinerary & FunYou’ll explore Tokyo’s temples, markets, and parks with a local guide who keeps things fun for everyone in your group. Expect hands-on moments at Kappabashi Street, stories at Senso-ji Temple, lively market scenes at Ameyoko, and time for cherry blossoms in Ueno Park if you’re lucky. It’s relaxed but full — you’ll leave feeling like you really saw Tokyo together.
Beppu arts and crafts walking tour: Meet local artisansThis small-group walking tour of Beppu takes you through downtown neighborhoods where local artists and craftspeople actually work, skipping the tourist circuit. You'll visit a bamboo craft factory operating since 1908, meet residents of Kiyoshima Apartment artist residence, and end at Space Beppu—a renovated century-old house with a history room, art gallery and included drink. Admission to each stop is covered; the route may shift if businesses change their hours.Is it for me?Choose the shared group tour if you want to meet other travelers and keep the cost lower, or book the private option if you'd rather have the guide's attention focused on your group and the flexibility to linger longer at any stop that interests you most.
Kanazawa Ninja Temple and Geisha District: 2-hour walking tourA two-hour guided walking tour of Kanazawa's Myoryuji (Ninja Temple) and Nishi Chaya geisha district, with a local English-speaking guide, temple admission and advance reservation included. The temple's interior is visited in Japanese with an English booklet and guide support before and after entry; AI-powered audio assistance is available. Afterward, explore the traditional teahouse streets and learn the history of Kanazawa's geisha culture from your guide.Is it for me?Start here if you're based in Kanazawa without a car—your guide meets you at the temple itself and explains the ninja defenses and samurai history before you enter, since the official temple tour runs in Japanese only.
Snorkeling in Ishigaki: Blue Cave and Phantom IslandSnorkel in Ishigaki at two sites: the Blue Cave, where the interior glows blue and fish school around you, and Phantom Island, a tidal sandbar surrounded by "Seokusei-shoko," one of Japan's largest coral reefs. A guide leads the activity in English or Japanese, provides all safety gear and a wetsuit in winter, takes photos with a waterproof camera and gives you the data free, and arranges pickup from Ishigaki Port. The tour runs 4 hours and welcomes beginners; guides support first-timers and nervous swimmers.Is it for me?Choose the English-language guide if you're more comfortable following instructions in English; the Japanese-language option is available if you prefer. Beginners and swimmers nervous about the ocean are supported throughout—guides are trained to help first-timers, and all safety gear is provided, so you can focus on the cave and the reef instead of worrying about equipment or technique.
Tokyo & Yokohama Port: Private Transfer & Airport PickupYou book a one-way private transfer between central Tokyo and either Tokyo Cruise Port or Yokohama Port, confirm pickup details in advance, and receive your driver's information 24 hours before departure. The fixed price covers the vehicle and driver; customer support in English is available any time you need it.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at or departing from a Tokyo cruise and want the pickup time and driver locked in before you land—it removes the need to arrange a taxi, negotiate a price, or figure out the route yourself.
Tokyo Imperial Palace Walk & Nihonbashi Food TourStep into Tokyo’s Imperial Palace gardens with a local guide and wander through centuries-old Nihonbashi shops. Taste freshly made dashi soup stock, watch nori roasting, try your hand at washi papermaking, and finish with sake tasting — moments you’ll remember long after leaving Tokyo.
Tomigusuku: Former Navy HQ Underground Headquarters TicketYou reserve online to skip the cash-only ticket line, then descend into the underground headquarters to walk through resource rooms, memorials, and photo panels documenting the final Pacific War months. The staggered entry times mean you explore without crowds. Admission is included; the site is wheelchair accessible and near public transport.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Okinawa's World War II history without arranging cash or waiting in a ticket line — the TripAdvisor reservation handles both, and the staggered entry times mean you explore the bunker at your own pace.
Osaka Sushi Making Class with Local Chef & Lunch IncludedYou’ll step into a cozy kitchen in Osaka’s Dotonbori and learn three classic sushi styles from a local instructor. Shape rice for nigiri, roll up fresh salad maki, then press oshi-zushi into neat squares before sharing lunch together. Expect laughter, hands-on help, and flavors you’ll remember long after you leave.
Tokyo Private Custom Tour: Asakusa, Shibuya & Meiji ShrineYou get a private guide with deep local knowledge who adjusts the route to your interests — whether that's the famous landmarks or the quieter neighborhoods. The tour covers Tokyo Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, and Harajuku using public transit, with advice on subway passes and lunch spots included. You decide the pace and which stops matter to you.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see Tokyo's main landmarks but don't want to rush through them all in a fixed schedule, or if you'd rather skip the famous spots and explore neighborhoods where locals actually spend time. The customizable route means you're not locked into someone else's pace.
Osaka Street Food Tour: Dotonbori & Namba with Local GuideA private 3-hour walking tour through Osaka's street food neighborhoods with a local guide matched to your personality and food interests. You'll taste 6–8 regional dishes and two drinks while exploring Dotonbori, Namba, Hozenji Yokocho and Kuromon Ichiba Market, learning the origins and local ingredients behind each one. Your itinerary is flexible—you and your host agree on the route beforehand and can change it as you go.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide who already knows your food preferences and can steer you toward the stalls and neighborhoods that fit your taste—the matching questionnaire is what makes that possible, and it's what sets this apart from a standard group food walk where everyone follows the same route.
Shibuya Food Tour: Ramen, Izakaya & Hidden AlleysYou walk three hours through Shibuya's backstreets with a local guide, stopping at tachinomi bars, a 60-year ramen institution, and a retro izakaya where you taste seasonal dishes and drink three included beverages. The tour ends with a surprise dessert stop and covers the neighborhood's Showa-era history without the tourist crowds. Adults 20 and older only.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat where locals eat and skip the tourist-heavy spots—the backstreet route and fixed stops are what make it possible to taste real Shibuya in three hours without getting lost or spending the night negotiating menus.
Kyoto Bus Tour: Sagano Railway & Hozugawa River BoatA 7-hour bus tour from Kyoto that includes a one-way ride on the Sagano Scenic Railway from Saga to Kameoka, a river boat descent down the Hozugawa from Kameoka to Arashiyama, and free time to walk the Arashiyama bamboo grove. A Japanese-speaking guide accompanies the group, and on-board audio guides in English, Chinese and Korean narrate the route. The boat ride may be cancelled in poor river conditions, with an alternate activity provided instead.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Sagano train and Hozugawa river boat as a combined experience with set departure times; choose self-guided if you'd rather explore at your own pace.
Private Kyoto Gion Tour: Geisha Culture & 5 TemplesYou walk through Gion's geisha district with a local guide who explains the history of Minamiza Theatre, the preserved neighborhoods, and the temples that anchor the area—Chion-in, Yasaka Shrine, and Maruyama Park. The tour is private, small-group, and ends with time in a local café to absorb what you've learned. Plan for a moderate walking pace over roughly two hours.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand geisha culture and Kyoto's temple neighborhoods through a local's eyes rather than a standard itinerary. The walking is moderate and covers roughly two hours, which is enough to see the main sites without rushing.
Tokyo Ginza Food Tour: Izakaya Hopping with Local GuideThis Tokyo food tour takes small groups through Ginza's hidden eateries—three stops serving fresh seafood, Wagyu beef and home-style Obanzai cooking—led by an English-speaking local guide who knows which dishes to order and why. The route skips the main streets and department stores, moving instead through cozy izakayas and family-run spots, with seven to ten dishes and three drinks included. Dietary adjustments (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) are possible with advance notice, though the operator cannot guarantee allergy-free preparation since food is made in partner kitchens.Is it for me?Start in Ginza itself—no hotel pickup, so you'll use public transportation to reach the meeting point. This works best if you're staying in central Tokyo or comfortable getting around by train; the guide confirms the exact spot when you book, and the neighborhood is easy to reach from most hotels.
Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Class: Make & Eat Fresh SushiA 2-hour sushi making class and guided market tour at Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo, hosted by a 100-year market family. You walk through hidden shops and specialty stalls with an English-speaking local, then move into the kitchen to make 10 sushi pieces—tuna, salmon, vegetable rolls, inari sushi and a tuna roll—using fresh ingredients from the market and authentic Japanese knives. Your finished sushi goes into an original handcrafted wooden bento box, which you eat on-site. The group stays under 8 people, and children ages 3–9 get 20% off.Is it for me?At 2 hours total, this fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day, leaving time to explore more of Tokyo before or after. The class is hands-on and you eat what you make, so it works best if you are comfortable with raw fish and can arrive 10 minutes early to start on time.
Ishigaki Phantom Island Snorkeling & Taketomi Island TourThis 4-hour snorkeling and sightseeing tour from Ishigaki combines two stops: Phantom Island, a sandy beach that shifts with the tide, where you swim among corals and fish with a guide; and Taketomi Island, a preserved Okinawan village with red tile roofs and coral-sand roads that you explore on your own after the ferry ride. The guide provides all snorkeling gear, a life jacket, and fins; hot showers are available at the port afterward. Ages 3–59 only; pregnant guests and those with certain medical conditions cannot participate.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to snorkel in a guided group and then have free time to explore a village at your own pace. The guide leads the water portion and handles the safety gear, so you focus on the corals and fish; Taketomi Island is yours to wander, ride the buffalo cart, and photograph without a schedule pushing you along.
Private Sake Tasting in Central Kyoto with SommelierA private sake tasting in central Kyoto for 1–4 people, led by Kenji, a certified international sake sommelier who spent years at a brewery in Hyogo. You'll taste eight hand-selected sakes from across Japan, learn how sake is made and how to order it, and pair each pour with traditional Japanese snacks at a standing bar in the heart of the city. The experience runs two hours and is available in English or Japanese.Is it for me?The standing bar format and two-hour pace suit someone who wants to learn sake seriously without a long commitment — you're on your feet, moving through eight sakes with a professional who knows how to teach, not sitting through a formal ceremony.
Osaka Private Tour for Cruise Passengers: Castle & DotonboriYou get picked up at the cruise terminal and taken on a private walking tour through Osaka Castle, Dotonbori's neon-lit streets, the local Shin Sekai neighborhood, Kuromon Ichiba food market, and America-Mura's youth-culture district. Your guide adjusts the pace and stops to match your interests, and you can eat where locals eat or skip attractions entirely. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours depending on what you choose, and returns you to the terminal in time for your ship's departure.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking in Osaka and want to see the main sights without coordinating trains, timing your own return, or following a group schedule—the private format and flexible pace mean you spend your port time on what interests you, not on logistics.
Kyoto Golden Route Bus Tour: 4 UNESCO temples in one dayA full-day guided bus tour of Kyoto covering four UNESCO heritage sites—Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Tenryuji Temple, and Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)—plus the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, with an English-speaking local guide, Kyoto-style buffet lunch, and all temple entry fees included. A half-day option covers Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari only, ending at Arashiyama around 12:20 PM with no return transport. The tour involves significant walking, including stairs and steep slopes, and runs with a minimum group of four participants.Is it for me?Choose the full-day option if you want to see all four major temples and the Bamboo Grove in one trip with lunch arranged—the fixed itinerary and transport mean you don't build the day yourself. The half-day option works if you're short on time or prefer to explore Arashiyama independently after the shrine visit.
Nagoya Osu Street Food Walking Tour with Local GuideStroll through Nagoya’s Osu district tasting local favorites like Miso Kushi Katsu, Gohei Mochi, and karaage while learning about shrines and temples from your guide. Try your luck with an omikuji fortune and see why this lively neighborhood keeps its charm after all these years.
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- Tochigi Prefecture›
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