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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Mount Fuji 5th Station & Oshino Hakkai Day Trip from TokyoYou're picked up from central Tokyo at 8am and driven to either Mount Fuji's 5th Station or Arakurayama Sengen Park depending on the season, then to the eight clear spring pools of Oshino Hakkai. You choose between two hours at Gotemba Outlets or a soak in the Kinohana no Yu hot spring overlooking the mountain. The driver handles all the logistics and timing; you just show up at the meeting point with your passport and a moderate level of fitness for the walking involved.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want Mount Fuji and the surrounding valleys in one day without renting a car or navigating the mountain roads yourself — the fixed schedule and small-group format mean the driver handles the route, timing, and logistics, leaving you to focus on the views.
Asakusa Walking Tour: Senso-ji Temple & Local GuideA two-hour guided walking tour of Asakusa, Tokyo's oldest district, with a local English-speaking guide. You'll walk through Kaminarimon Gate, explore Nakamise Street (one of Japan's oldest shopping streets), visit Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa Shrine, and learn about local culture and history at Hoppy Street. Entrance fee is included; meals are not, though the guide can arrange stops for food.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're visiting Tokyo for the first time and want to understand Asakusa as a neighborhood, not just tick off famous sites — the guide's stories about local culture and why these places still matter make the difference between a walking photo stop and actually seeing how the district works.
Tokyo: Private 3-Hour E-Bike Tour & City HighlightsYou ride an electric-assist bike through Tokyo's most recognizable districts — Shibuya, Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Omotesando — or loop the quieter Imperial Palace grounds with a local guide leading the way. The e-bike handles the hills and the distance, so you see more in three hours than you would walking. Your guide covers the route, the stories, and a break with refreshments; you get photos afterward and return with a clearer sense of how Tokyo actually moves.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover Tokyo's main neighborhoods and landmarks in one morning without navigating the trains or walking for hours — the e-bike and the guide's knowledge of the route are what make three hours feel like a full day.
Aokigahara Forest hiking tour near Mt Fuji with guideThis hiking tour takes you through Aokigahara Forest, a calm woodland shaped by ancient lava flows at the base of Mount Fuji, with a live English-speaking guide. The walk lasts about three and a half hours, starting at NaturaBase and moving through quiet trails into the forest interior, where you visit Dragon Cave—a natural lava cavern formed by past eruptions—before returning to the meeting point. The guide shares commentary on geology, history and forest ecology during the first half; the second half is quieter, letting you walk at an easy pace with your own thoughts.Is it for me?The walk is steady and takes three and a half hours with no scrambling or water entry—it suits anyone who can walk at an easy pace on uneven ground for that length of time and wants a guide to explain the forest during the first half, then quiet time alone in it during the second.
Osaka Private Walking Tour: Hidden Streets & Local MarketsYou’ll walk Osaka’s real neighborhoods—sampling street food in Dotonbori, shopping Shinsaibashi-suji, tasting fresh seafood at Kuromon Market, and soaking up nostalgia in Shinsekai—all with a friendly local guide who knows every shortcut and secret snack spot.
Sea Kayak Tomonoura Tour: History, Abuto Kannon & Local SakeIf you want to see Tomonoura from a new angle—and actually meet people who live here—this kayak tour is worth it. You’ll paddle past historic sights like Abuto Kannon, eat fresh seafood on Tashima Island, and finish with local sake that’s been brewed for centuries. It’s not just about sightseeing; it’s about feeling part of this little port town for a day.
Akihabara Anime & Manga Walking Tour with Local GuideYou arrive at Akihabara Station and spend the day with a local guide who knows every manga shop, cosplay store, and anime specialty shop in the district. The guide helps you hunt for specific costumes or figures, takes you to shops tourists miss, and lets you try Prikura booths and gacha machines at your own pace. You get an English-speaking guide who removes the guesswork from finding what you actually want in a neighborhood that can feel overwhelming without one.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to hunt for anime, manga, or cosplay gear in Akihabara but don't want to spend hours guessing which shops have what you need or asking in Japanese — a local guide who knows the district removes that friction and gets you to the right places fast.
Kyoto: Mitsui House Museum & Matcha Tea with Garden ViewsYou get entry to a preserved 1880 merchant mansion, a walk through its seasonal garden, and matcha tea served while you sit on tatami overlooking the grounds. The ticket bundles admission and tea at a set price, saving money and eliminating the need to arrange them separately. The riverside setting in the city center means you reach it easily by public transport.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to sit still in a real piece of Kyoto history without arranging tickets and tea separately — the bundled price and riverside quiet make it worth the stop if you have an hour to spare between other sightseeing.
Osaka to Itami Airport: Private Taxi Transfer & Luggage HelpA driver picks you up from your Osaka hotel at a time timed to your flight, handles your luggage, and drives you directly to Itami Airport. You get a departure notice the day before with your exact pickup time, and the service includes door-to-door transport with a fixed price — no arranging taxis or timing trains yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip arranging airport transport yourself and have someone handle the timing and your bags — the fixed pickup time is what makes it possible to relax instead of watching the clock.
Tokyo walking tour: Harajuku, Shibuya, Shinjuku with lunchA guided walking tour of Tokyo covering Harajuku, Shibuya and Shinjuku with an English-speaking guide, metro pass and lunch. You start at Aoyama Palacio Tower, walk Omotesando and Meiji Shrine, ride the kaleidoscope escalator at Tokyu Plaza, cross Shibuya's busiest intersection, and finish beneath the Godzilla Head in Shinjuku. The tour runs 3 to 4 hours and includes entrance fees to attractions along the way.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you'll hear commentary and context as you walk—book this if you want to understand what you're seeing in each neighborhood rather than just passing through. The minimum age is 18; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns, though it suits all other fitness levels.
Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle Day Tour: Alpine Walk & CastleA guided day tour from Matsumoto or Nagano that combines a scenic walk through Kamikochi's mountain trails with a visit to Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan's oldest original wooden structures. The tour departs early to arrive before peak crowds, includes direct van transport to Kamikochi's central parking and pre-arranged castle entry, and runs 7.5 to 9 hours depending on your starting point. A local English-speaking guide leads the walk and shares context at the castle; lunch is your own, and you choose whether to explore the castle interior or stroll the surrounding historic streets.Is it for me?Choose Matsumoto departure if you're staying in or near the city and want to return close to your hotel; choose Nagano if you're based there or continuing by Shinkansen—the early start gets you on Kamikochi's trails before peak hours, when the alpine scenery feels calm and serene.
Ghibli Museum Tokyo: Private Tour & Reserved EntryYou get guaranteed entry to the Ghibli Museum with reserved tickets, a guide who meets you at Mitaka Station and accompanies you inside the exhibits, and local knowledge of the surrounding area. Groups are capped at five people, so you move through the museum without crowds. If you're visiting in spring, you might catch cherry blossoms at the adjacent Inokashira Park. Book in advance to secure your specific date and time.Is it for me?Book this if you want guaranteed entry without the stress of hunting for sold-out tickets or arriving early to beat the queue—the reserved time and small group size mean you can focus on the exhibits instead of logistics.
Harajuku tour: Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street, animal caféA 2-hour guided tour of Harajuku blends Tokyo's spiritual and pop-culture sides: you walk the forested grounds of Meiji Shrine, stroll the colorful shops and snack stands of Takeshita Street, and finish at an animal café where miniature pigs roam freely around your table. The tour includes shrine entry, animal café admission, and an English-speaking guide; families with strollers and wheelchair users can join.Is it for me?The tour moves at a walking pace through three very different spaces—a quiet forest shrine, a crowded shopping street, and a seated animal café—so it works for families with strollers and mixed energy levels, and for anyone who wants both Tokyo's spiritual side and its pop-culture buzz in a single morning.
Tokyo: 50+ Museums & Gardens Pass with Subway Ticket OptionYou get smartphone-based entry to 50+ Tokyo attractions—museums, gardens, zoos, and Tokyo Tower—without buying individual tickets at each site. Choose 1, 2, 3, or 5 days, optionally add unlimited subway travel, and move through the city at your own pace. Download the app, scan at each attraction, and go. The pass covers permanent exhibitions and includes some of Tokyo's most visited sites: Tokyo National Museum, Mori Art Museum, Shinjuku Park, Edo-Tokyo Museum, and more.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see multiple Tokyo museums and gardens without buying individual tickets at each site and don't mind planning around opening hours and permanent exhibitions rather than special shows.
Tokyo: Yasukuni Shrine & War History Museum TourYou visit Yasukuni Shrine and walk through its grounds with a guide who explains its unique role in Japan's war memory and the political debates surrounding it; you enter the Yushukan War Museum and view its exhibits at your own pace while your guide provides historical context in designated areas; if you book the extended option, you also visit Chidorigafuchi National Cemetery to compare how Japan created two different systems—one religious, one governmental—for honoring war dead. The whole experience includes museum entry and a licensed English-speaking guide.Is it for me?This tour suits travelers and researchers who want to understand how modern Japan remembers war through its institutions and debates, rather than move quickly through landmarks—the private format and balanced historical guidance are what make that depth possible in a single day.
Koyasan Private Day Trip from Kyoto with English DriverYour driver picks you up from your Kyoto hotel and drives you to Koyasan, a sacred Buddhist mountain town two hours away. You walk through the Daimon Gate, explore the cedar forest path to Okunoin's 200,000 graves, visit Kongobu-ji Temple and Danjo Garan with their historic halls and pagoda, and optionally tour the Reihokan Museum. The day is yours to pace — linger at temples, arrange a meditation session or vegetarian meal in advance, or move through the highlights. Transport, fuel, tolls and parking are all included; temple admissions are separate. You return to Kyoto in the evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Kyoto and want to visit Koyasan without renting a car or navigating train transfers — the private driver removes the logistics so you can focus on the temples and the mountain itself.
Tokyo Akihabara: Anime, Retro Games & Maid Cafe TourYou walk Akihabara's main and hidden streets with a knowledgeable local guide who answers questions about anime, gaming, and collectibles. You visit four specialty stores (anime figurines, exclusive merchandise, retro games), play Mario Kart with arcade credit included, and optionally end at a maid cafe with a drink and photo. The 2-hour standard tour or 3-hour package with maid cafe both include small-group pacing and insider tips on where serious collectors actually shop.Is it for me?Book this if you want to explore Akihabara's anime and gaming culture with someone who actually knows the neighborhood and can point you toward the stores locals use—the guide's knowledge and small-group format are what make the difference between wandering and understanding what you're looking at.
Himeji Castle: 2-Hour Guided Tour & Hidden DefensesYou walk through Himeji Castle's interior with a local guide who explains the hidden defensive structures and strategic design on each floor; photograph from the best angles in the main keep and Honmaru Plaza; and leave with real recommendations for where to eat like a local. The two-hour pace means you see the key spaces without rushing or getting lost in the crowd.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand why Himeji Castle's design matters—the defensive logic, the sight lines, the hidden traps—rather than just walk through it; a local guide handles the navigation and timing so you don't miss the details that make the architecture click.
Tokyo Disneyland 1-Day Ticket & QR EntryYou get a full day at Tokyo Disneyland with mobile entry that skips the ticket window, variable pricing based on your chosen date, and the option to leave and re-enter the same day. Book up to two months in advance, download the app to check wait times and reserve restaurants, and bring your phone charged—that's your ticket.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to skip the ticket window and lock in their park date weeks ahead without the hassle of printing or managing physical tickets—the mobile entry and variable pricing by date mean you're not paying peak prices for an off-peak day.
Tokyo Tower: Main Deck Observation Tickets & Fast EntryYou get timed-entry access to Tokyo Tower's Main Deck at 150 meters, including the glass-floor Lookdown Windows and views across the city toward Mount Fuji and Zojo-ji Temple. Your ticket skips the queue, lets you choose your time slot, and includes access to FootTown's shops and restaurants at the base. Book ahead during peak seasons to secure your preferred hour.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see Tokyo from above without spending the morning in line — the timed entry means you pick your hour instead of arriving and waiting, which matters most if you're visiting during peak season or have a packed itinerary.
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- Ibaraki Prefecture›
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- Kagawa Prefecture›
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- Kochi Prefecture›
- Kumamoto Prefecture›
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- 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›
