Tokyo Guided Small-Group Biking Tour
Bike around Tokyo like a local as you explore the city’s highlights on this 6.5-hour/17miles(27km) tour. In a small group of no more than five, explore the city's bustling main streets, quiet backstreets, snaking alleys, and attractive hidden paths. Admire the Meiji-jingu shrine, Zōjō-ji temple, and Aoyama cemetery, as well as more modern landmarks including Roppongi Hills and the designer shops of Ginza. After a riverside lunch (own expense) conclude your tour at the top of a skyscraper.
Kyoto: Arashiyama UNESCO Walking Tour with Admission
[Highlights]
・UNESCO World Heritage Temple and Garden (Admission included)
・Photogenic Bamboo Grove
・Arashiyama Park Kameyama area
・Local souvenir shops and sweets shop to stroll around
・Chopsticks Studio Kyoto (Optional - Admission fee is not included)
Capture unforgettable photos in the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove as you explore one of Kyoto’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage areas. The tour begins at Tenryu-ji Temple, where you’ll experience serene gardens and centuries of Zen tradition before walking into the mystical Bamboo Grove. Your guide will share insights into why this enchanting forest holds global cultural significance.
You’ll also pass by charming kawaii character shops and local stores—perfect for picking up matcha sweets, wagashi, or handcrafted bamboo-themed gifts. The tour then continues across Arashiyama’s famous bridge. The tour concludes at the entrance of Chopsticks Studio. You can also try chopsticks making as an option.
Chopstick Making Workshop with Souvenir in Osaka Castle Area
Create your own chopsticks in Osaka with a hands-on workshop. Choose from 15 types of wood, use traditional tools, and personalize your chopsticks with an engraving.
・Craft your own chopsticks from a selection of 15 types of wood
・Use traditional Japanese tools to shape and polish your chopsticks
・Personalize your chopsticks with an engraving in Japanese or your language
・Enjoy a hands-on experience with English-speaking staff to guide you
・Take home a special souvenir with a Japanese aroma oil-infused sachet
No.1 Ramen Experience in Kyoto – 5.0 rated, 2,100+ reviews
Ramen Factory is the only restaurant in the world where you are able to make original ramen by your hand and enjoy its deliciousness.
You will do...
-Making Noodles
-Draining Noodles
-Mixing the Soup
-Roasting Chicken
Vegetarian, Vegan, Muslim Friendly(No-pork, No-alcohol, Halal-chicken meat) courses are also available.
4.5-Hour Kyoto Bike Tour with Lunch and UNESCO Zen Temples
Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.
Begin this historical cycling tour by exploring Gion and learning about geisha culture and Zen Buddhism at Kennin-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple. Experience the calm atmosphere of a traditional Zen temple and admire its karesansui rock garden. Afterward, cycle to Nanzen-ji Temple, where your guide will share stories about Zen philosophy and Kyoto’s past. Ride through charming local streets and enjoy a delicious lunch at a Japanese tea house. Conclude the tour with a relaxing cycle along the Kamogawa River, a beloved Kyoto oasis. This small-group experience is hosted by Magical Trip, a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence local tour operator offering authentic tours across Japan.
TAIKO, Japanese Drum Experience from Kyoto
Taiko is a traditional musical instrument that anyone can enjoy right away.
The experience of practicing together, playing one song, and becoming one with others is one of the most valuable experiences in Japan.
This studio's drums are made in the traditional way, by hollowing them out of a large single tree and they are very rare.
You can enjoy real Japanese drums.
The Taiko experience is not only an enjoyable musical experience, but it is also a full-body workout that relieves stress.
The experience is suitable for all ages and levels of ability, so everyone can enjoy it.
Since ancient times, Taiko has been deeply connected to the lives of the Japanese people.
Through Taiko, you can learn about Japanese culture and history, as well as the spirituality of the Japanese people.
Tokyo Portrait Tour with a Professional Photographer
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This is the photo shooting tour with local photographers!! We will take you to some of our favorite spots in Tokyo, and explain interesting history and episodes, and capture important travel moments.
We will show you hidden gem, and make you feel authentic Tokyo.
After shooting, our photographers will edit photos with professional style, and give you as Japan-super memories. You can get awesome photos beyond your imagination! The photos will be remaining as your special travel memories forever.
Kyoto 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto!
Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 3 to 4 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!
Hot Spring Capital of Yufuin Rickshaw Tour
“Once in a lifetime” hot springs - Yufuin. Everything is fitted into the surrounding nature, mountains, woods, grassland and rivers. It is a result of the people in Yufuin faithfully preserving the natural beauty of the town. Relax and enjoy the hot spring in the untouched nature.
Drink Like an Osakan: Visit Namba Hidden Bars & Meet Locals
When you visit Kansai, you might look for great drinks, the nightlife, and the unique Osaka experience. This tour offers the opportunity to enjoy all that and more! We can show you around the city and take you to the best places for drinks!
Since drinks are not included in the price, we can fully customize the options for you.
What you can experience:
・Authentic sake.
・Local beer.
・Craft beer.
・Whisky.
・Highball.
・Sawa.
・Otsumami.
・Local Food.
Perfect for:
・Travellers who want to have fun at night.
・Travellers who want to experience Osaka life.
・Travellers who enjoy trying new flavors.
・Travellers who like to drink.
Hidden Gems and Bustling Districts of Osaka Night Tour
• Visit local spots that only locals know for a more authentic experience
• Finish the tour by exploring at least one bar and two clubs
• Make new friends while exploring Osaka at night
We offer exciting night tours and unique Japanese entertainment that attract tourists. We can tailor a plan to suit your needs, such as a place where you can enjoy drinks while watching the night view of Dotonbori and the performances of professional dancers in the opulent LED lighting.
Routes from Ryukyu era in Okinawa: E-bike tour to zodiac shrines
【Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour】
Discover a little-known side of Okinawan culture on this E-bike tour through Naha and Shuri.
Together with a local guide, you will cycle through quiet backstreets and visit temples and sacred sites connected to the Chinese zodiac. Along the way, you will see how Okinawans continue to practice worship traditions that date back to the Ryukyu Kingdom era.
This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience Okinawa’s spiritual culture up close — including temples, sacred springs, royal mausoleums, guardian deities, and traditional Ryukyuan beliefs that are still alive today.
With a little luck, the gods, bodhisattvas, and ancestors may even smile upon you and your loved ones.
※If the precipitation probability exceeds 70% or in case of severe weather, we may change plans. In this case, we will contact you the day before.
Learn Sake Basics and Tasting with Sommelier in Asakusa, Tokyo
Master the Logic of Sake with a Certified Sommelier: A Practical Tasting Class to Navigate Any Menu with Confidence.
Go beyond simple tasting and gain a lifelong skill. Led by a certified sommelier, this session is a structured educational journey designed to demystify sake. You will move from a curious beginner to a confident enthusiast by understanding the craft, the labels, and your own palate.
Expert-Led Education
We teach you the "why" behind the flavors. Learn to decode rice polishing ratios and brewing styles so you can identify and order the bottles you love at any restaurant worldwide.
Interactive Learning with 50+ Labels
Apply your knowledge immediately. Explore our "library" of 50+ premium sakes—from icons like Dassai to hidden local gems—and hand-pick varieties to test your senses.
Personalized Insights
Enjoy a flexible, conversational environment where you can ask deep questions and refine your palate under expert guidance.
Hiroshima 3hr Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide
This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This tour is led by our friendly team from Hiroshima. This tour is an English guided tour.
・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago.
・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain.
・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle through the local area to experience the Hiroshima Peace Museum and more.
・We will take you to unique places well-known by our local Japanese team.
・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how the city has changed into what it is now.
Tokyo Authentic Kimono Rental in Asakusa with Photography Option
Enjoy seamless communication with our friendly English-speaking staff as you dive into authentic Japanese culture with our kimono rental and photography service in Asakusa! Immerse yourself in a genuine kimono experience that showcases the elegance and rich traditions of Japan. We offer a wide selection of high-quality, luxurious kimonos to enhance your experience, and our professional photographers will capture beautiful moments, creating lasting memories that you'll cherish forever.
Deep Dive Sake Tasting with a Guide in Asakusa, Tokyo
Discover Your Palate: A Hands-on Guide to Mastering Sake Selection
Stop guessing and start choosing. This 120-minute session teaches you the "logic" of sake through personal discovery. You’ll gain the practical skills to navigate any menu and identify the exact styles you love.
Why Choose WASAKE?
Practical Skills for the Real World
Learn to decode labels and flavor profiles. We empower you with the confidence to order the perfect bottle at any restaurant or shop long after your visit.
Your Personal Sake Library
Explore 50+ premium labels, from icons like Dassai to rare local gems. You’ll hand-pick 7 of your 10 tastings, applying your new knowledge in real-time.
Learn by Doing
This is a flexible workshop, not a rigid lecture. Under expert guidance, you’ll build a personal "taste map" and master the art of selection through active exploration.
Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)
Winner of TripAdvisor's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 3 in Japan).
Don't just take a photo with a crowd—experience the true silence of Fushimi Inari. This 3-hour hidden hiking tour takes you off the beaten path to explore Kyoto's authentic nature.
1. Escape Overtourism : We start one station away from the crowded main entrance. Follow your local expert on a secret trail used only by locals, avoiding the massive tourist crowds.
2. Ghibli-like Scenery : Hike through mystical bamboo groves and discover beautiful, tiny shrines hidden deep in the forest. You will feel the authentic Japanese spirit.
3. Perfect Torii Gate Photos : Because we take a hidden route, you will have the chance to see and photograph the iconic thousand Torii gates in a much quieter, peaceful setting.
4. Healthy & Refreshing Burn off those travel calories! This hiking tour in fresh nature is the perfect way to refresh your body and mind. (Requires walking shoes. No strollers.)
Tea Ceremony Experience in the Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
The tea ceremony is not just about drinking tea; it is also a means of spiritual enlightenment.
Experience a Japanese tea ceremony while wearing a kimono for an authentic taste of traditional Japan. Suitable kimono options are available for women and men, and you receive guidance on how to wear the provided kimono. Once you have donned the kimono, your tea master starts the tea ceremony.
The tea ceremony instructor will explain the culture and history of the tea ceremony and then make tea for you .
In the end, you can experience making tea yourself.
This package includes green tea and Japanese sweets,（two of each） with ample time for photo ops.
Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City
Escape the crowds of Hakone and Fujikawaguchiko (Lake Kawaguchi) and discover a local side of Mt. Fuji, including Japanese tea culture, on a guided e-bike tour in Fuji City.
Just one hour from Tokyo by Shinkansen (bullet train), this tour takes you through countryside roads, coastal scenery, tea tasting, and hidden spots rarely seen by visitors.
Led by a local English-speaking guide, you’ll explore life around Mt. Fuji, learn to brew Japanese tea, and ride electric-assisted bikes for beginners.
Tour highlights:
・Scenic cycling through local roads and countryside
・Hidden Mt. Fuji viewpoints and photo stops
・Natural spring water spots fed by Mt. Fuji
・Local tea tasting at a traditional tea shop
・Traditional origami (Japanese paper folding) experience
・Insights into local culture and daily life
Important:
・Departure is from Shin-Fuji Station, not Fujikawaguchiko
・Mt. Fuji visibility depends on weather condition
・Some stops may change depending on facility schedules.
PERFECT 1 Day Tokyo Highlights Tour with a Private Car
Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.
Explore Tokyo in a day on this all-inclusive private tour with a guide, driver, lunch, and entrance fees included—no hidden costs. Visit iconic spots like Shibuya’s Scramble Crossing, Meiji Shrine, Tsukiji Market, Asakusa, and Tokyo Tower, all in comfort. With hotel pick-up and drop-off, entrance fees, and drinks covered, you can fully enjoy the experience. Learn about Tokyo’s mix of tradition and modernity from an expert guide while avoiding the stress of public transport. Perfect for first-time visitors, foodies, culture lovers, couples, families, and solo travelers, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests for an unforgettable day in Tokyo.
Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City
Step into the heart of Hiroshima, a city that bears the profound weight of history, on our half-day guided tour. Led by the son of an A-bomb survivor, this tour offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on the events that shaped this resilient city. Over the course of four hours, we will explore significant landmarks that stand as poignant reminders of the past, ensuring a meaningful and unforgettable experience.
This deeply personal account adds a layer of authenticity and emotion to your experience, making it a truly unforgettable journey.
This half-day Hiroshima city tour is not just a guided excursion; it's an opportunity to connect with history on a deeply personal level. By choosing our tour, you're not only exploring iconic landmarks, but also gaining insight from a source uniquely tied to the city's past. This tour promises a moving, educational, and transformative experience that will leave you with a deeper understanding of Hiroshima.
Explore Kiso Valley : Magome - Tsumago Mountain Trail Walk
Nakasendo Trail winds through the picturesque Kiso Valley, connecting the beautifully preserved villages of Magome and Tsumago places that feel frozen in time.
Experience authentic traditional landscapes, immerse yourself in stunning nature, and enjoy a hike that’s as rewarding for the body as it is for the soul.
・Hike along the scenic Nakasendo Trail, surrounded by Japan’s rural beauty and history
・Explore the charming post towns of Magome and Tsumago, rich in old-world atmosphere
・Savor a traditional Japanese-style lunch featuring regional delicacies, and connect with locals preserving the spirit of old Japa
Nikko Full-Day Private Walking Tour with Government-Licensed Guide (Tokyo DEP.)
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Nikko!
If you are staying in Tokyo but would like to take some time out to enjoy some sights outside the big city, then this tour of Nikko is for you. There are many reasons why Nikko is a must-see stop during your stay in Japan. Your private guide will help you efficiently escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo on a full-day tour of this historic, beautiful town.
Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
This tour is only for groups up to 10 persons. You cannot combine tour groups or reservations.
Kyoto Magical Night English Tour: Gion & Fushimi Inari Shrine
Walk beneath the glowing torii gates of Fushimi Inari and explore the timeless streets of Gion, Kyoto’s famous geisha district, under the soft evening lights. Discover the world of geisha and maiko as your local guide shares hidden stories, takes stunning photos, and ensures a smooth and unforgettable Kyoto night tour experience!