Tokyo: neon lights Shinjuku and Shibuya
Immerse yourself in the electrifying nightlife of Tokyo with our Neon Lights, Shinjuku and Shibuya. As the sun sets, these two dynamic districts come alive in a blaze of neon signs and vibrant energy.
Begin In Shibuya, where the famous Shibuya Crossing is a spectacle of lights and motion. Discover fashionable boutiques, trendy cafes, and vibrant nightlife venues that make Shibuya a hub of style and excitement.
Move on to Shinjuku, where towering skyscrapers house entertainment hubs, theaters, and restaurants. Experience the sensory overload of Kabukicho's dazzling lights and explore Golden Gai's cozy bars and izakaya.
Our storyteller will navigate you through the labyrinthine streets, providing insights into the cultural significance of these districts. Whether you seek nightlife, fashion, or urban exploration, this walking tour promises an unforgettable Tokyo experience beneath the neon lights.
**Rain, shine, or a bit of both— our walking tours still go on!**
Private Walking Tour to explore Tokyo based on your interests
Wouldn't it be nice to have a local friend guide you when you go on a trip? Our guides are your local friends! We don't just explain tourist information that anyone can find in guidebooks or on the Internet. We will provide you with more true-to-life information about the Japanese people, their character, and the social issues we are currently facing. We will also introduce you to well-kept secret spots and delicious foods.
What makes our tours special are the fascinating conversations throughout the tour. Our guides have lived in both the United States and Europe, so they can highlight cultural differences and provide interesting perspectives and fun conversations.
On our tours, we look forward to showing you the beauty of Japan and the way the Japanese people live.
All tours are private and customizable. Select the duration of the tour, and the guide will contact you to propose a tour based on your interest!
Asakusa：Japanese Calligraphy & Make your original folding fan!
Authentic Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Asakusa
Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy and create your own unique masterpiece.
What will you Do?
Learn the History – Watch a short video about the history of Japanese language and calligraphy.
Master the Brush – Practice essential brush techniques and the basic 8strokes.
Write Your Own Word – Choose your name in Japanese or a favorite kanji and bring it to life!
Make your original folding fan– A perfect souvenir to remember your Japan trip!
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and your own creativity!
Takamatsu Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Takamatsu!
This buoyant port city boasts many attractions, including Takamatsu Castle, regional culinary specialties like Sanuki-udon, and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, Ritsurin Koen. Takamatsu also serves as the gateway to the many beautiful islands in the Seto Inland Sea, making it a perfect base for exploring the region.
Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner
Discover the ghetto, retro zone, yakuza, redlight district, illegal gambling dens and the intriguing neighbourhoods of Osaka with your quirky, knowledgeable & affable tour guide.
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During the tour you’ll do some taste testing at a street stall. Then after we finish exploring, you’ll have the option to go to a local, traditional, family run restaurant tasting 5 delicious dishes!
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We strive to show you the authentic Osaka on this night tour, where you get a real and deep understanding of the inner workings of this amazing city visiting some architecture which is steeped in history & some run down, derelict areas too…not what Osaka Tourism wants you to see!
Get an inside look with very authentic and honest take on this amazing city of Osaka where we'll answer all your queries(even taboos questions). The whole spectrum from the good, the bad and everything else in between.
An Osaka Food Tours, Inc. Tour
Ultimate Sumo Tournament: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka
The Sumo Tournament Experience with Japan Awaits offers a rare chance to witness Japan’s national sport live at one of six official Grand Sumo Tournaments held yearly in Tokyo (January, May, September), Osaka (March), Nagoya (July), and Fukuoka (November).
Each tour option provides a chance to join a group (15–20 guests) with seat types range from S-class, A-class, to B and C-class, depending on the tour option; and enjoy the matches with expert commentary from an English-speaking guide. Learn about sumo traditions, rituals, and the wrestlers’ lives. A minimum of 15 guests is required to run the tour; if not met, a full refund will be provided.
Off-Season Experience:
Visit a sumo stable to observe morning practice up-close. Use audio headsets to learn about training techniques, then meet the wrestlers, enjoy tea with them, and end the experience with a hearty chanko nabe lunch.
Nagasaki Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Explore Nagasaki with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nagasaki and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city.
Your guide will pick you up in the morning at your hotel in Nagasaki and take you to visit Nagasaki's famous sites.
Along with atomic bombing of Nagasaki during WWII, this city's history features many prominent events. You can learn about this and other interesting aspects during this Half-day walking tour accompanied by your private guide.
Note*1: You cannot visit all the sites on the itinerary. You must choose at maximum 3 sites to visit and inform your guide of your choices.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Kyoto: Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries
Step into the heart of Kyoto’s old-world charm with this guided food tour. As the sun sets, your local guide will lead you through atmospheric lantern-lit alleys and past teahouses where geisha still entertain. Along the way, stop at several carefully selected eateries to taste seasonal Kyoto delicacies—ranging from delicate obanzai dishes and freshly made yuba (tofu skin) to delicious snacks, local sake, and sweet treats. You'll also learn about the history of Pontocho Alley, the role of geisha in Japanese culture, and the culinary traditions that define Kyoto’s refined cuisine. This intimate experience combines culture, history, and flavor into one unforgettable evening in one of Japan’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Discover Kyoto's captivating Geisha culture with the Kyoto Night Walking Tour. Led by local guides steeped in tradition, this journey unveils the world of Geisha and Maiko.
Stroll through Kyoto's night, where elegance and grace come to life. Learn Geisha secrets, their training, and artistry. Encounter Geisha and Maiko en route to appointments, offering a rare glimpse into their world.
In an intimate setting, ask questions and engage with this enthralling tradition. The Kyoto Night Walking Tour immerses you authentically, connecting you to Kyoto's Geisha culture.
Join us on this enchanting journey to illuminate the captivating world of Geisha, revealing the history and thriving traditions that come alive in Kyoto after dark.
Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa
Explore the hamlets of Gokayama and Shirakawa-go on our 7-hour package tour with access to a private vehicle exclusively for you and your fellow travelers. Our English-speaking driver will take you first to the World Heritage site of Gokayama followed by Shirakawa-go
Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Discover the heart of Hiroshima in one enriching day with this guided tour.
Starting from Hiroshima, take a ferry to Miyajima Island to visit Itsukushima Shrine and enjoy its iconic floating torii, charming streets, local specialties, and freely roaming deer. Return to Hiroshima, where the tour ends for those visiting only Miyajima, or continue to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to see the Atomic Bomb Dome and other monuments honoring the 1945 bombing.
This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. With smooth transportation and logistics arranged for you, it's ideal for those who want to experience the essence of Hiroshima and Miyajima in a single, unforgettable day.
Nagoya Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Nagoya accompanied by an experienced guide.
Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 4 hour tour to your interests.
Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests!
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot. You cannot combine several groups nor reservations.
Okinawa Ishigaki Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour
This plan includes snorkeling around the popular "Blue Cave" located in the northern part of Ishigaki Island.
As the name suggests, the water inside the cave is clear blue, and if the conditions are met, it shines even bluer reflecting the blue sky and the sun.
You can go ashore to explore the inside of the cave and observe the natural products of Ishigaki such as limestone caves.
After exploring the cave, it is time for snorkeling.
Swim in the trench where many beautiful fishes and corals are waiting for you.
You will be amazed at the clarity of the ocean!
Embark on an eco-friendly adventure with us, which our eco-tour is designed with sustainability in mind.
Tokyo Cyberpunk Street Photo Workshop
What's the Story?
Tokyo’s streets take on another life after dark. Wandering the neon-lit back streets of Kabukicho, the city’s major red light and entertainment district, one gets a sense of a world hidden amidst the neon haze. Seemingly secret passages lead away from the lights and into an underworld of wires and cramped locales, frequented by the denizens of the night.
What We'll Shoot
We will explore creative ways of shooting street photography in the night-scape of Tokyo’s most colorful districts. In addition to understanding the ideal settings for night street photography, we will learn how to creatively use reflections, and how to capture silhouettes while shooting in high contrast or very dark conditions.
Where We'll Explore
We'll delve into the heart of Shinjuku and Shibuya. We start off at Shinjuku Station, head towards Kabukicho, and end up in Omoideyokocho (Memory Lane). After that we'll go by train to Shibuya and ending our journey in the famous scramble crossing.
Fukuoka Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Discover Fukuoka in a way that’s truly yours with a private, fully customized walking tour. This isn’t just sightseeing—it’s an immersive journey into the city’s rich history, vibrant food scene, and hidden gems known only to locals.
Whether you're captivated by historic sites, buzzing markets, or off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods, your local host will craft an experience tailored to your passions. Wander through the Fukuoka Castle Ruins, indulge in yatai street food at Nakasu District, or explore secluded temples and tranquil parks beyond the crowds. With insider knowledge and personal insights, your host ensures you experience Fukuoka like a true local—authentic, spontaneous, and unforgettable.
Within 24 hours of booking, you'll receive a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, we'll assign a like-minded host who will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and ensure your experience is flexible and tailored to your preferences.
Cherry Blossom Buddha and Mt.Yoshino with Strawberry Picking Tour
*Visit Tsubosakadera Temple which has the Cherry Blossom Buddha
*Enjoy the breathtaking cherry blossom view of Mount Yoshino
*Including strawberry picking experience
*Enjoy picnic bento for lunch (Optional)
※Please note that obento ingredient cannnot be change. If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please choose the No Lunch plan and prepare your own.
*Make a small stop at the roadside station Katsuragi for shopping
*This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only.
Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Private Car Tour, Licensed Guide
This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Kyoto's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide!
Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Discovering 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 private car tour with Government Licensed Guide. Meet your guide at your hotel in Osaka, then head to Kyoto!
Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. 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!
Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion )
What You’ll Get:
✅ 30 high-resolution, fully edited photos within 24 hrs (Might delay during peak season)
✅ All unedited photos for your personal use
Important Information:
We offer private photoshoots for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups.
Our journey begins at Hōkan-ji Temple and concludes near the charming Maruyama Park, the perfect spot for a relaxing post-shoot coffee break. Let’s create unforgettable memories together in Kyoto! ✨
Mt.Fuji and Hakone Tour by Private Vehicle
Enjoy the natural scenic beauty of Mt. Fuji and experience the healing powers of Hakone’s therapeutic hot springs.
This tour provides you with an opportunity to view Mt. Fuji, a world-famous Japanese icon, and explore the most popular hot spring resort in Japan.
Visiting Mount Fuji and Hakone, in particular, can be time-consuming without a car. This tour allows you to efficiently visit recommended spots in Mount Fuji and Hakone while listening to a driver-guide's commentary, making it perfect for those with limited time.
※Please note that Mt. Fuji may not be visible depending on the weather conditions.
Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo
Receive a warm welcome to Tokyo on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Tokyo to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.
Discover where to find Hachikō Memorial Statue and Harajuku, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.
Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day
Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Full Kenbu lesson to learn choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. Top off your experience of this traditional Japanese art with a photo session in costume, and take home a certificate of achievement.
Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings
Experience the ultimate Tsukiji Fish Market adventure!
This is not just a standard walking tour; it is a deep dive into the hidden world of Japan's legendary seafood culture.
1. Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access: Start at a historic 60-year-old local restaurant. Watch the chefs' intricate morning preparation work and learn the fascinating distribution secrets of the market.
2. Premium Seafood & Tuna Tasting: Enjoy a world-class tasting experience you cannot easily find abroad. Compare 3 different cuts of premium tuna (Zuke, Chutoro, Otoro) and taste small portions of luxury Uni (sea urchin) and Ikura (salmon roe). You will even learn how to make your own Gunkan (battleship) sushi!
3. Bustling Street Food & Culture: Explore the vibrant market streets to taste tamagoyaki, eel skewers, or fresh sashimi. Discover Japanese knives, pottery, and tea along the way.
4. Cultural Connection: Visit a historic local shrine to learn how Japanese faith and gratitude shape their food values.
Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa on this customized, four-hour walking tour. Your government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide will efficiently provide views of the city that most tourist do not get to see.
Start your day by meeting your guide at your hotel, then visit possible sites such as Kenrokuen, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; or the 21st Century Museum, a museum of contemporary art.
Let us know what you would like to experience, what time you would like to start your tour, and where you are staying, and we'll arrange a tour that's best for you!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Tokyo Sumo Morning Training — Starting Right From Your Hotel.
Hotel Pickup That Makes Your Sumo Experience Effortless.
Start your experience the easiest way possible—with hotel pickup by your dedicated English‑speaking guide. They meet you in your hotel lobby, ensuring a smooth and stress‑free beginning. Your guide, passionate about sumo culture, provides clear explanations so you can fully appreciate the intensity, discipline, and traditions of authentic sumo training. After the practice, they assist with photo opportunities and interactions with the wrestlers, making the visit comfortable, engaging, and memorable.
Authentic Sumo Access
Witness real sumo training up close—not a show, but genuine, high‑intensity practice where wrestlers push their limits every day. Feel the raw power, the focused determination in their eyes, and the deep, rhythmic breaths as they collide with full force. This rare, immersive encounter leaves a lasting impression on both body and mind, creating a memory that stays with you long after the experience.