Tuna Auction Market Guided Private Tour in Nachi-Katsuura
1. Discover the Art of Fresh Tuna Assessment
- Join a guided journey through Japan's premier port for fresh tuna landings.
- Go beyond the surface: Understand the criteria experts use for quality assessment and the intricate flow of the auction.
2. Uncover the Hidden Stories of the Tuna Community
- Did you know that no tuna fishermen actually live in this town?
- Discover what other professions are present here besides the buyers.
3. Explore the Sustainable Spirit of Nachi-Katsuura
- Learn about "Long-line Fishing"—a low-impact, environmentally friendly method that preserves the ocean's future.
- Discover why our tuna is "Fresh, Never Frozen" and how this traditional fishing method results in superior quality you can taste.
Private Day Tour in Tokyo with Government-Licensed Guide
This private tour is a walking day tour to suit your interests and needs. You can choose from a selection of recommended sights to create your ideal itinerary. Or you can request what you would like to do then we would propose the perfect private tour customized for you.
Our friendly Government-licensed local guide will provide an efficient 1-day tour. It will be an unforgettable memory for you.
Please note that a private vehicle is not included. Public transportation is used to transfer between sites. Taxis are also available on request.
Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making – Beautiful Sushi Bento
Make your own handcrafted sushi bento in just 1 hour in the heart of Tokyo's famous Tsukiji Fish Market.
Hosted by a Tsukiji market family with over 100 years of history, you'll make 10 kinds of sushi using market-fresh ingredients trusted by professional chefs.
Create tuna, salmon, vegetable sushi, traditional inari sushi, and a tuna roll. Experience fresh wasabi, use authentic Japanese sushi tools, and arrange your sushi in an original handcrafted wooden bento box made by Japanese artisans.
Easy English guidance in a small-group class. Perfect for beginners, couples, families, and busy travelers. Children ages 3–9 receive 20% off.
Hosted by a 100-year Tsukiji market family
Make 10 kinds of sushi
Original handcrafted wooden bento box
Market-fresh ingredients
Experience fresh wasabi
Authentic Japanese sushi tools
Professional sushi techniques
1-hour small-group class
Easy English guidance
Family-friendly (Kids 20% OFF, ages 3–9)
Small-Group Ramen & Gyoza Cooking with Tokyo Mom (Vegan OK)
Hi, I’m Aki—your Tokyo mom for the day.
Join a warm, home-style cooking experience where you’ll make ramen and gyoza from scratch in a small, friendly group.
This is more than a cooking class. It’s a chance to slow down, cook together, and share a genuine moment in Tokyo. I’ll guide you step by step—from kneading noodles to preparing a rich, comforting broth and handmade dumplings.
Many guests say it feels like visiting a local home rather than joining a typical class.
As a former backpacker and mother of three, I love connecting with people from around the world and sharing everyday Japanese food culture in a personal way.
Whether you’re visiting as a couple, with family, or with friends, you’ll feel relaxed and welcome here.
Vegan and other dietary options are available upon request. Please let me know when booking.
Photoshoot session by professional photographer in Kanazawa
Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, photoshoot session will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories to our beautiful city of Kanazawa. Regardless of being in Kimono or casual clothes we will capture your beautiful smile!
Please choose Kenrokuen garden or Higashichaya for your photoshoot.
If you would like to rent Kimono we can guide you to book your Kimono rental at one of kimono shops in Kanazawa.
100 fully professionally edited photos (We select best 100 out of 300-400 photos taken during the session) in 2 hour shoot session.
30 fully professionally edited photos (We select best 30 out of roughly 100 photos taken during the session) in 1 hour shoot session.
Photos delivered via Dropbox or Google drive within 3-7days.
Kimono experience and Japanese home-cooking lesson Osaka Umeda
We will make a Japanese home-cooked meal together. (Partial demonstration) We use ingredients and seasonings that can be easily made at home.
You can also choose from a menu of specialty dishes unique to Osaka.
menu:
1. Ginger grilled pork, rice balls, miso soup and Japanese rolled omelette
2. Takoyaki
3. Kushikatsu and rice balls
4. Japanese lunch box
We will also give advice on how to shop at Japanese supermarkets.
We don't serve vegetarian or vegan. Please contact us regarding food allergies.
You can experience making kimonos and obis using materials (silk) and techniques passed down from ancient times in Japan. In particular, you can experience a gorgeous bridal dress that is rarely seen even by Japanese people.
For men, you can experience wearing the first formal kimono and hakama.
You can't go out wearing it, but you can enjoy taking pictures (with your own camera, etc.) in the Japanese-style corner in the room.
Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)
Discover the best of Nara on our PRIVATE morning tour, before the popular spots get crowded! Meet the friendly deer, admire Japan’s largest Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple, and enjoy a sake tasting to experience local flavors. Explore Japan’s first capital in a fun, relaxed, and efficient way — perfect for a half-day trip from Kyoto or Osaka!
Calligraphy Workshop in Namba, Dotonbori
This is a 2-hour calligraphy workshop in Namba, downtown Osaka.
Even if you are a beginner, no worries as a Japanese calligraphy instructor will give you detailed instructions step by step. Writing Japanese using a brush and ink will be an unforgettable experience. In this workshop, you will know what the Japanese calligraphy really is besides learning calligraphy with writing your own name in kanji or katakana. At the end of the workshop, you will create a one-of-a-kind handwritten souvenir by writing your name on colored paper or on a name tag. Write your own name in Japanese and take it home with you, along with your memories of Japan.
Dotonbori, Nihonbashi, and Kuromon Market are close by, so you can go to those areas before or after the workshop, so you can make the most of your day!
Kyoto Make a Metal Shuriken in a Real Ninja House
Create your own metal shuriken in a real ninja house in Arashiyama
Discover the hidden weapon culture of Japan’s samurai and ninja era
Learn the traditional casting process in a hands-on workshop
Design the shape, prepare the mold, pour molten metal, and polish the finish
Take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir made by your own hands
Tokyo Highlights Private Custom Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver
Stand beneath Shinjuku’s dazzling skyline, watch the hypnotic flow of people at Shibuya’s famous crossing, or glimpse salarymen unwinding in the chic bars of Ginza—Tokyo’s energy feels straight out of "Blade Runner" or "Lost in Translation". Yet just minutes away, serenity awaits: step into a 17th-century Japanese garden, where time slows over a cup of ceremonial matcha tea.
Walk along the sacred paths of Meiji Shrine, where towering Torii gates rise in quiet reverence. Explore Asakusa’s historic streets, where the scent of incense drifts through the grand halls of Senso-ji Temple.
With a private guide and chauffeured car, discover the hidden stories behind Tokyo’s iconic sights in a way that’s uniquely yours. Whether you seek the elegance of tradition, the thrill of modern innovation, our private Tokyo tour promises an unforgettable journey.
There’s never enough time in Tokyo—so much to see, and it’s growing every day. Let us help you explore the city’s highlights.
Let's make only one original onigawara in the world
Hi everyone♪
Welcome to Kyoto
Do you know ONIGAWARA?it is on the rooftop of Japanese temples and old house's
It's a talisman with a scary face. It has a history of about 1378 to 1400 years.
Although it looks difficult, we have developed a method that makes it easy to make.
Anyone can easily make it
Everything is handmade from lumps of soil.
Would you like to create your own original souvenirs and memories?
Small classes in a homey workshop
It will be delivered to your home and you can talk about your memories again.
Turn your original ONIs and memories into wall decorations or ornaments.
it will surely protect you
Thank you
Japanese Cooking Class with Local Family in Takayama Old Town
[PRIVATE TOUR] If you're seeking an authentic connection with a local family, this is for you! We are a warm, fun-loving family of four, deeply rooted in Takayama. Here, you won’t just learn to cook Japanese food—you’ll experience how locals live and savor life together.
Our 200-year-old wooden townhouse stands on Old Town’s main street, yet stepping inside feels like entering a quiet world where time slows down. Its small quirks remind us of its beauty and history.
We’ll welcome you with Japanese tea and snacks before guiding you in preparing a traditional meal in our kitchen. As we cook side by side, we’ll share stories of life in Takayama and living in harmony with nature and the seasons.
Hisa and Bob pour their hearts into every class. This is more than a cooking lesson—it’s a moment of connection, culture, and feeling at home far from home.
Feel free to write us your request on food or any restrictions, we are happy to accommodate as much as possible!
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide
You will hike around 8km in this trip and visit Lake Ashi, the Hachiri heritage path, Yamanaka Castle Ruins, Genbe River. The transportation between the sites is either on foot or by local bus. The guide will give you background of this historical part of Japan.
You will traverse the Hakone Mountain like Edo period travellers and see Mt Fuji from different angles while you walk if weather permits.
Hakone Hachiri is a Japan Heritage where you can experience how people traveled during Edo period (17th century). It is a part of the Old Tokaido Highway including the steep slope of Hakone mountains.
Our Hakone Hachiri tour starts from Hakone Yumoto. We hike and take the bus to visit Amasake Tea House and walk on the cobble stone path to Lake Ashi where we will see the lake, Mt Fuji and the Torii gate of Hakone Shrine.
After lunch near the Hakone Checkpoint, we take a bus to skip the temporally closed part and then resume the walk towards Mishima. Mishima Station is our ending point.
Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee
Starting from Nagano City or any of the Nagano's 5 main ski resorts
(Hakuba, Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Myoko Kogen, Madarao Kogen) , we will pick your party up in our private vehicle to take you on your private tour and drop you off back at the pick up location or in Nagano City.
On this tour, you will visit the famous Jigokudani Monkey Park and learn all about what makes the resident monkeys so unique, and enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant and experience Nagano’s renowned food culture.
Guests will also have a chance to stroll the charming streets of the historic town of Obuse, and enjoy viewing its remaining Edo period buildings, as well as explore Zenko-ji, one of Japan’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples, and home to the first known Buddhist statue to be brought to Japan.
A Sake tasting experience with detailed explanations from your guide is also included(non-alcoholic options available).
Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide
Join a private 3 or 4hour walking tour through Hiroshima guided by Japanese locals with deep personal ties to the city.
Some of our guides are second-generation atomic bomb survivors, or have family members affected by the atomic bombing. What we share are not scripted narratives, but perspectives passed down quietly through families and everyday life.
Visit the World Heritage Site of the Atomic Bomb Dome and reflect at Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Along the way, explore local streets, experience regional culture, and enjoy thoughtful conversation with your guide. This tour is flexible and fully customizable to your pace and interests, whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with family.
This experience goes beyond historical facts and famous landmarks. You’ll hear stories shaped by memory, silence, and resilience—offering a deeper understanding of Hiroshima’s past, present, and message for the future.
Sushi Cooking Class: AKEMI's SUSHiKiTCHEN in Tokyo
In addition to learning how to make sushi, guests will learn about the history of sushi, essential terminology, and sushi eating etiquette. Even Japanese guests have told us that they learned a lot about their own food culture!
Miyajima Guided Tour and Fresh Oyster Farm Tour
Discover the rich culture and flavors of Miyajima Island, starting with the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an insightful guided tour where you’ll learn about Japanese worship traditions, followed by free time to explore the charming shopping street. A unique cruise offers stunning views of the Great Torii and an opportunity to see Hiroshima's famous oyster rafts, all while listening to expert commentary from local oyster producers. Finally, indulge in a delicious oyster feast lunch at Shimada Suisan, including a hands-on experience grilling your own oysters.
- Visit the historic Itsukushima Shrine and learn about Japanese customs
- Enjoy a scenic cruise with views of the Great Torii and oyster rafts
- Savor a delicious oyster feast lunch, with a grilling experience
- Solo travelers are welcome, with bookings accepted until 3 PM the day before
（We are not currently accepting bookings in June.）
Tokyo City & Street Photo Workshop
What’s the Story?
Peering up in awe at monolithic steel and glass towers, one can’t help but feel small. Capture that feeling in your photographs, juxtaposing tiny human forms against cold and sterile structures. Contrast the artificial and man-made with the organic—hints of nature and human life surrounded by the Tokyo metropolis.
What We’ll Shoot
We will learn how to create compelling images of architectural elements and the people that populate the city’s concrete environs. You’ll be coached on using composition concepts like leading lines, negative space, and juxtaposition. We’ll practice using these techniques to convey a variety of narratives.
Where We’ll Explore
Our journey will begin in Shiodome—a district walled in with glass and steel skyscrapers. From here we will head to Ginza, famed for its broad avenues lined with intricate examples of avant-garde architecture. Afterward, we will end up in Yurakucho where we will explore the innards of the monolithic Tokyo International Forum.
Hike Hakone Hachiri
Hike a section of the ancient forest-clad Tokaido Highway that links Tokyo with former capitals Kyoto and Osaka. Experience Amazake Chaya, one of the few remaining of hundreds of teahouses that lined the old Tokaido, Cedar Avenue with towering 400 year-old Japanese cedar patrolling both sides of the trail, and stunning views of Mt Fuji (weather permitting) from Yamanaka Castle Ruins, and more. Hakone Hachiri has been declared a Japan Heritage Area. Allow our guide to immerse you in the history, culture, and natural heritage of this ancient route.
Tokyo: Private Shibuya Neon Lights Photo Tour
On this photo tour, you’ll explore Shibuya, Tokyo, while capturing natural moments and the atmosphere of the city as photographs.
A photographer will lead you to both famous spots such as the Shibuya 'scramble' Crossing and local streets, focusing on relaxed, candid shots rather than stiff poses — perfect even if you’re not used to being photographed.
Enjoy a special Tokyo experience that lets you remember not just the places you visited, but the time you spent.
Photo Delivery Guidelines:
1 guest 35+ photos.
2 guests 45+ photos
3 guests 50+ photos
4 guests 55+ photos
⚠ The guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour. Please download it in advance.
Beautiful Photography Tour in Kyoto
In this tour, I will capture the best moments of your trip in Kyoto. The tour route is Hanami-koji⇒Yasuikonpira Shrine⇒Ishibekoji⇒Maruyama park.
The main reason why you should choose this tour is that I'm not only good at taking beautiful photos of you, but also I'm very familiar to these area so I will take you to the hidden and secret spots that are less crowd, and do photo session there. I'm very good at taking photos of solo-portrait, couple, honeymoon and family.
I will take photos of you one by one, group by group. So I would like you to wait for minutes while I take photos for another group. I will suggest spots, poses, and angles. But you can also tell me your preference.
After tour, I will send the photos by data via Email on the SAME DAY or NEXT DAY of the tour. In addition, I will also tell you about local culture, good spots for food and fun, and some tips that help you enjoy Japan more. I will really do my best to capture the beautiful moment of you into the photography.
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Kyoto. While Zen is globally renowned and recognised, there are few places in Japan where you can have the best Zen experience with English tour guide support.
This temple is not open to the general public, and you can enjoy hidden atmosphere of the temple and authentic zen experience,
Enjoy a private Zen experience, fostering a connection with the monk. Meet at the temple, where you'll learn briefly about Japanese culture and Zen.
Following that, a monk will personally lecture on the principles and techniques of Zazen (seated meditation), and you'll have the opportunity to practice. Unify your mind, confront yourself, and detach from ego and worldly concerns. After zen experience, you will get the opportunity to enjoy watching beautiful traditional garden, which will make you forget hustle and bustle of the daily life.
Capture photographs with the monk and within the temple, creating lasting memories for a lifetime.
Go Karting Tokyo Uptown Experience|7 Top Destinations in 90 Mins
Explore the charm of Tokyo’s Uptown District by Go Kart, with our tour guide and experience the thrill of touring iconic landmarks like the Tokyo Skytree, the Sumo Stadium, Tokyo Station, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, Ginza, and the famous Kabukiza; the home and birthplace of Kabuki. Our tour guides are locals, well trained, qualified, experienced and knowledgeable of the various attractions in Tokyo and the rich history behind these attractions. Experience the joy of capturing every incredible moment of the experience with stunning 360 degrees videos and photos to take with you. The Action is Yours !!
Kyoto Private Photo Shoot & Tour by SnapKyoto
Contact for the time & locations of your choice. snapkyoto (ig)
A professional photographer captures your Kyoto memories and the next day you will receive 50-200 edited pictures to share with family/friends. Free guide about the history, culture and the people of Kyoto and Japan. No need to worry where to go and what to see. I'll take care of it all. Just enjoy the sites. Help with booking kimono upon request (show up, select kimono and pay at the shop). Also I help book a private car upon request.
I offer 1-6 hours of shoot in epic locations. 1 hour in 1 area, 3 hours in 2-3 areas and 6 hours in 3-4 areas.
Inside Kyoto:
-Gion Geisha District (old town)
-Higashiyama (Yasaka Pagoda area)
-Arashiyama Bamboo Forest,
-Fushimi Inari (Orange Gates)
Outside Kyoto (ask for availability)
-Osaka, Nara, Tokyo, Fuji etc.
Portfolio: check snapkyoto my Instagram.