Hands On Wagyu Sushi Making Experience
Learn step-by-step how to prepare Wagyu sushi styles such as nigiri, gunkan maki, and temaki, under the guidance of an experienced English-speaking instructor.
Discover creative plating techniques that will elevate your sushi into visually stunning works of art.
Enjoy a fully interactive experience where you’ll prepare and assemble your sushi creations using premium ingredients.
The class will be held in the spacious Patia’s Kitchen Studio, located just a few minutes’ walk from the nearest station in central Tokyo.
Private Electric Bike Tour & Soba Lunch
Explore the city and its surroundings on this off-the-beaten-path bike tour!
Far from the Japanese metropolises, enjoy a deep breath of fresh air and the magnificent landscapes of Matsumoto City. Ride an electric bicycle with your guide through the countryside of Matsumoto and discover the main historical sites of the city while enjoying a country ride through the vast fields surrounding the city. The ideal experience for all cycling enthusiasts!
Matsumoto is centered in the Japanese countryside and is the ideal place to get on a bicycle for an exploration of the city and its surroundings! Beyond the city built around its historic castle, Matsumoto offers all kinds of magnificent rides.
Explore the city's historic sites, take a deep breath of fresh air, as you cycle around the city, past rice fields and admire the beautiful and traditional Japanese farmhouses.
The tour includes a soba noodle lunch at a traditional countryside restaurant.
8-hour Tokyo tour by qualified tour guide using public transport
This is a Tokyo private tour guided by an experienced tour guide that has been licensed by the government.
This tour uses public transport to visit popular sights in Tokyo. If you would like a private car, please contact us separately (extra charge).
Depending on your interests, you can change the place you visit.
Start time is also flexible.
Basic courses include shrines, temples, Japanese gardens, modern architecture, history and culture.
Take a tour and learn a lot about Tokyo.
Let's enjoy Tokyo together!
Kyoto Sagano Insider: Rickshaw and Walking Tour
Enjoy the highlight of Arashiyama, the bamboo forest, at an unique vantage point from the comfortable seat of the traditional rickshaw. Sit back and relax as your guide navigates carefully and safely through the traffic as you pass by other iconic sights of Arashiyama such as the Togetsukyo Bridge, the river side with Mt Arashi, charactaristic neighbourhoods and townhouses. Venture north to a quiet and traditional neighbourhood along a pilgrim path leading up the mountain. Get off the rickshaw to enjoy the preserved, traditional houses and landscape at your own pace. Visit one of those Machiya houses (Archive Hall) from the inside. Your guide will continue to explain the sights to you as you make your way to the comical and unique Otagi-Nenbutsuji Temple. On your way back to the rickshaw, stop at one of the thatched tea house for a cup of matcha or traditional sweets (optional). Back on the rickshaw head to your preferred finishing location.
YokaBus Heritage in a Cup of a Yame Tea & Sake Tasting Expedition
Experience the essence of Fukuoka's renowned Yame tea** and Japanese sake on this exclusive day tour!
From panoramic views of vast tea plantations to hands-on cultural experiences and exquisite tastings, this journey offers a perfect blend of tradition, nature, and gastronomy.
On this tour, you will visit lush green tea fields and experience the deep Japanese tea culture through a traditional tea grinding experience using a tea mill. Visit a local sake breweries and experience sake tasting offering guests an intimate journey through the finest local breweries.
This tour is designed for both domestic and international traveler, ensuring everyone can participate comfortably without language barriers.
Tokyo Full-Day Private Tour (Customizable)
Fully Licensed, Insured with Green Number Plate(Commercial transport license legally authorized to transport passengers).
Explore the vibrant city of Tokyo on our exciting tour! Visit iconic landmarks , stroll through the bustling streets, and enjoy the tranquility of the gardens and temples.
You can choose 5 (five) sites:
-Tsukiji Market
-East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
-Sensoji Temple/Asakusa
-Tokyo Skytree
-Harajuku/Takeshita Street
-Ueno Park/Ueno Zoo/Tokyo National Museum
-Yoyogi Park/Meiji Shrine
-Akihabara
-Harmonica Yokocho
-Nippori Textile Town
-Gotokuji Temple
-Sengakuji Temple
-Tokyo City View and Sky Deck
-Hamarikyu Gardens
-Team Lab Borderless
-Edo Theme Park
-Shibuya Crossing
-Animate Flagship
-Kiyomisu Teien Garden and Teahouse
*Let us know your list at the time of booking.
*If you have places that are not listed, please get in contact with us.
*Ticket fees not included.
*If you reserve online, let us know so we can plan your tour around it.
Shibuya All You Can Eat & Drink Private Tour
Shibuya, the busiest town for all generations of local Japanese and tourists from all over the world, is worth visiting once you came to Japan, and you will see why this town is so Sugoi (Awesome) during this tour by Tokyo-born and raised guide Shinji and the team. The best selection of what Japanese love is hard to find by yourself but you will know all within 3 hour walking tour. Not only foods but also alcohol such as beer, whisky, sake, wine, and more that are included in this tour and you can enjoy its differences.
Sugoi Tokyo Tours is your own tour so please feel free to enjoy as much as you possible!
Satisfaction guaranteed!
Private Kyoto Market Tour and Authentic Cooking Class with Aki
Explore the local neighborhood street market (Demachiyanagi Shoutengai) with your host Aki and discover everything from basic Japanese ingredients to high-quality, regional produce. You'll walk through the market together and pick out a few vegetables and ingredients that you will later use in your cooking class.
Back home, you will join Aki for a hands-on cooking experience in her beautiful kitchen and learn to make authentic dishes from scratch! Aki will provide you with recipes in English and guide you through the cooking process as she tells you all you'd like to know about Japanese food and culture. Your home-style meal may include dishes such as the traditional Chikuzenni (a main of braised chicken and vegetables that originated from Kyushu), seasonal vegetable sides such as marinated spinach with sesame or burdock root, and miso soup. The cooking portion of your experience should last about an hour before you sit down to enjoy the meal.
Private Vibrant Night Photoshoot Experience in Osaka (Dotonbori)
What You’ll Get:
✅ 30 high-resolution, fully edited photos within 24 hrs
✅ All unedited photos for your personal use
Important Information:
We offer private photoshoots for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups.
Our journey starts at Ebisubashi Bridge and ends at a popular street food spot, where you can enjoy Osaka’s famous takoyaki or other local specialties! Let’s capture your best moments in Japan’s liveliest city!
Super Sugamo Local Foodie Adventure
Tokyo’s best-known spots are worth a visit but getting away from the touristy areas is the best way to really experience local culture. On our Super Sugamo Foodie Adventure, you can explore a truly hidden gem neighborhood with a 100-year history of food and flavors. Meet some of Tokyo’s friendliest shop owners. Taste special snacks, and enjoy a delicious local lunch. Those with a sweet tooth can also have fun trying a few things only available here. This Tour is extremely Family Friendly, kids and adults will find so many things to enjoy together!
Ise Jingu(Ise Grand Shrine) Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Ise area!
The city houses the Japan’s most sacred Shinto shrine that is about 2000 years old. The shrine is the center of major religious and spiritual activities. The Ise trip is incomplete without paying respect to the supreme deity Amaterasu Omikami (the sun goddess) . You will also come across the traditional Japanese foods and history while visiting Okage Yokocho street.
Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance!
Please be aware the this tour is on foot/with public transport. Ise Jingu Shrine also requires walking long distances in the shrine.
Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus
This tour will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1, Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt. Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3, Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove) a part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center).
We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour.
Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to reduce the risk to line up for the ropeway.
Note: If you have wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know the number and its size.
Due to the limited number of guides, we accept a maximum of 10 group bookings per day (one booking per group).
Snap Photo in New Tokyo
Let me introduce myself
My name is Kei
I worked for a famous photo and video production company in Tokyo and experienced UNIQLO, LINE , 7-Eleven advertising, etc
I am currently working as a freelancer on PR videos and snapshots of companies.
Recently, Google Korea and Google Japan co-hosted event video in Japan, and Samsung hosted pop-up event video in Japan.
The experience of winning the gold prize at a local wedding photo contest in Japan.
The shooting style is to take a walk in the streets of Tokyo together.
With the concept of "snapshot trip", I will be your dedicated Tokyo photographer in an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are traveling with your friend.
Brought to you by a Japanese living in Tokyo, this service will take you from famous photo spots in Tokyo to hidden photo spots only locals know about
There you can discover a new Tokyo, and a professional photographer will capture that moment only for you.
I'm looking forward to seeing you through the photos.
Mochi Sweets Making Class in Tokyo
You'll learn how to make authentic Japanese Mochi sweets by easy recipe which can be downloadable.
You don't need to bring anything! Everything is provided at the lesson.
Solo and family friendly too.
This is a private lesson (if your group is more than 3 people), therefore you can learn step by step at your pace. Classes take place in a private residence where you can relaxed in a cozy atmosphere.
You can get all the portrait photos and videos taken during the class for your special experience!
My class is held in a quiet residential neighborhood, just 15 minutes by train or car from central Tokyo. Before and after the lesson, you can explore local shops, supermarkets, cafes, shrine, and a famous public bath. It’s a great chance to experience the peaceful charm of daily life in Japan—just a short escape from the busy city!
The menu is made from plant-based products that are easily available in your own country. Appropriate for vegetarians with vegan options available.
Tokyo Ikebana, Japanese Traditional Flower Arrangement Experience
【OUTLINE】
With this plan you can experience Japanese traditional flower arrangement in Nakano. Nakano is located only 10 min. from JR Shinjuku station and is famous for a variety of subcultures. This classroom cherishes personal creativity and style and encourages arranging flowers with your own free interpretation. All the flowers, vase, and tools can be used free of charge. Feel free to join the experience empty-handed.
【HIGHLIGHTS】
・Enjoy a traditional Japanese flower arranging experience.
・Flower arranging is very popular abroad.
・You don't need any supplies.
・This class is taught with care.
Private Mt. Takao Hike & Onsen from Shinjuku with Ex-JR Conductor
Suitable for families, couples, guests with tattoos, travelers unsure about train travel or Mt. Takao routes, and first-time and active hikers.
Samurai Guide Sho, a former JR Chuo Line conductor who worked on trains for 22 years, will guide you round trip from Shinjuku to Mt. Takao by JR Chuo Line Green Car (premium seating), with a comfortable ride.
This is not only a hike up Mt. Takao, but also a train journey with a former JR conductor, where you can step away from the crowds of central Tokyo.
At Mt. Takao, we adjust the day for your private group depending on weather, crowds, walking pace, facility availability, and your interests.
Possible options include:
・hiking
・cable car or chairlift
・Yakuoin Temple visit, with the Goma fire ritual if timing allows
・local food such as sweets, ramen, or soba
・Monkey Park
・natural onsen, not tattoo-friendly
・bathing and sauna facilities, tattoo-friendly
・a Mt. Takao craft beer taproom
Towels can also be arranged at the bathing facilities.
Miyako island: Relaxing Sunrise or Sunset SUP tour (English tour)
This English-speaking tour is specially designed for international travelers, and all guides are fluent English speakers, ensuring smooth and stress-free communication throughout the experience.
**【Recommended Points】**
①Enjoy a sunrise or sunset SUP experience at one of Miyako Island’s incredible beaches! Experience a peaceful sunrise or sunset SUP at one of the most beautiful beaches in Miyakojima.
②All SUP equipment is included in the price!
Swimwear is the only thing you need to bring for this tour.
③Free high-quality photos!
All photo data will be provided free of charge after the tour.
④Pick up&drop can be arranged.
It depends on our availability but please let us know in advance.
【Tour location】
Sunrise- Imgya Marine Garden
Sunset- Nishihama beach/Imgya Marine Garden/ Kita Yonaha Beach
Guided Photoshoot of Fushimi Inari Shrine and Secret Bamboo Grove
Visit Fushimi Inari & the secret bamboo grove that locals don't even know exists! Two contrasting and beautiful locations in one photoshoot! A rare location to get so many various backdrops in a 60 minute photoshoot.
Details:
■ 60-minute photoshoot
■ A private & exclusive booking
■ 75 professionally taken and edited shots (in Jpeg) for solo / 90 + for couples *I will always try to add some extras*
■ I can guide you in a variety of poses and capture some great, natural candid moments too
On the day:
■ Meet at your choice of JR or Keihan Fushimi Inari Stations
■ Guided to the main shrine where we will take a series of candid shots and poses along the way
■ We'll then shoot at the secret bamboo grove and a hidden area
■ Finally, we will go through the famous red Torii gates and capture the best shots of you
After:
■ Images edited & sent via Google Drive 1-3 days later
Extras:
■ RAW files available for an extra 5000 yen
Check out my IG account: hugh_dornan_photography
Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Walk & Relaxing Flower Foot Bath Massage
We keep groups small, with a maximum of 10 guests, so you enjoy a truly premium experience.
Your route avoids crowds and follows quiet, insider paths that bring you closer to real local life and the beauty of nature.
Also you'll be guided by someone who actually lives here — not a script reader — so you get the real stories, secret spots, and local life instead of the standard tourist version. You'll learn why emperors, nobles, and wealthy merchants all chose Arashiyama as their private retreat, and how history, food culture, zen culture and daily life all connect to this landscape.
By the time you’ve seen the views, tasted the flavors, and heard the truth behind Arashiyama, you won’t just visit Arashiyama — you’ll understand it and fall in love with its soul.
nd your Arashiyama journey with a beautiful local tea treat and a relaxing foot massage. You can even choose a flower petal foot bath, a perfect healing touch after the fatigue of travel.
Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan
Experience Japan's unique food culture in our class with our experienced cooking instructor, who can speak English well!
Hands-on support for your Chara-ben cooking experience in friendly manner.
Half Day - Snow View Rafting in Niseko
Special winter-only activities that let you experience the entirety of beautiful snow and magnificent wilderness in Niseko.
You can experience a special Hokkaido adventure that you can't experience in everyday life.
Enjoy a relaxing river cruise through the beautiful snowy landscape of the Shiribetsu River, surrounded by tranquility.
Sea Kayaking Tour – Otaru Coastal Adventure
The stunning Shakotan - Otaru coastline is only truly experiened from on the water and there is no better way than in a sea kayak on a fully guided tour. Paddle over pristine blue water whilst exploring the cliffs, caves and bays in Hokkaido's only Marine Park.
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Guide Tour & Kagura Performance
Explore one of Kyoto’s most famous sacred sites on this 60-minute guided tour of the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Its awe-inspiring architecture and iconic Torii gates form an unforgettable spectacle.
The Kyoto City Visitors Hosts, Kyoto City’s official guides, will welcome you to this sacred place and explain the history and significance of Fushimi Inari aisha Shrine while sharing local customs and traditions. You will stroll through the famous Senbon Torii – the pathway lined with hundreds of vermillion gates. Additionally, tour participants will be given the exclusive opportunity to witness a Kagura performance at the Kagura Hall, featuring a sacred traditional dance performed by “Kagurame” female shrine attendants.
By the end of this tour, participants will have gained a deeper insight into Kyoto’s customs and practices.
This tour is officially supported by Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
Nagoya Castle and Local Flavor Samurai Tales and Street Food Walk
Step back in time and stroll through Nagoya’s samurai legacy on this walking tour from Nagoya Castle to Kincshachi Yokocho.
Begin your journey at the majestic Nagoya Castle, home to golden shachihoko and reconstructed palace halls that reveal the power of the Tokugawa clan. Explore impressive stone walls, lush gardens, and historic watchtowers as you trace the footsteps of feudal lords.
At the end of this tour, you will get to know about local foods at Kinshachi Yokocho.
・Discover Nagoya Castle with an expert guide
・Learn about samurai culture and Edo-era construction
・Get to know about local specialities at Kinshachi Yokocho
・Perfect intro to Nagoya for first-time visitors