Asakusa Zori-Making: Craft Your Own Traditional Sandals
Step into the world of traditional Japanese craftsmanship with a hands-on "Hanao-Suge" (strap-fitting) workshop. Learn how the intricate decorative straps (Hanao) are expertly attached to traditional wooden clogs (Geta) or woven sandals (Zori)—a art form perfected over centuries.
Under the guidance of an expert local artisan, you’ll select your favorite combination of footwear base and strap, then master the technique of fitting them together.
The result? A pair of custom-made, perfectly fitted traditional Japanese footwear tailored specifically to your feet.
More than just a unique keepsake, this immersive experience offers a rare glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage. Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or on a romantic getaway, you’ll leave with an authentic piece of Japanese tradition—and a memorable story to share back home.
No prior experience needed. Our friendly master artisan will support you every step of the way.
Historic Hiroshima By Private Vehicle or Public Transport
Explore Hiroshima's history with a seasoned bilingual guide on this 7-8 hr tour—choose between optional private-vehicle comfort and public transport. Begin at Miyajima: visit the historic Itsukushima Shrine & towering Great Torii. Enjoy scrumptious Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki for lunch. Then visit Peace Memorial Park & Museum to learn the city's transformative past. Perfect for history buffs & first-timers.
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TRAVEL IN THE COMFORT OF A PRIVATE VEHICLE: See tour options (Private Vehicle 1, 2, 3) to select based on preferred guest seating capacity.
You may be able to customise this tour to fit your schedule.
Nara Ikoma Hozanji Temple Small Group Walk and Cable Car Sky View
Escape the crowds and discover a hidden spiritual side of Nara on this intimate small-group experience.
Step into a quieter, more authentic Japan on Mt. Ikoma. This thoughtfully designed walking tour takes you away from the busy tourist spots of Nara and Kyoto to a sacred mountain temple that locals have cherished for centuries.
Small group of maximum 6 guests for a personal and relaxed experience.
Your knowledgeable local guide will share the rich history, cultural significance, and lesser-known stories of Hozanji-Temple - a place associated with prosperity and everyday devotion - while helping you truly feel the serene atmosphere that makes this site special.
This is not a rushed sightseeing tour - it’s a chance to slow down, breathe in the mountain air, and connect with a more profound and peaceful side of Japan. Perfect for travelers who want depth, beautiful scenery, and meaningful experiences rather than crowded checklist destinations.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Kyoto&Osaka Private Car Tour: See the Highlights, Go at Your Pace
Kyoto and Osaka's greatest icons—Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, the Golden Pavilion, Osaka Castle, Dotonbori—are spread across both cities, and getting between them by train can eat up your day.
With a private car and an English-speaking driver-guide, you travel door-to-door from your hotel at your own pace. Choose a 5, 7, or 9-hour tour and focus on what matters most to you.
Highlights:
- Walk beneath the vermilion torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha
- Enjoy the views at Kiyomizu-dera and the stone lanes of Sannen-zaka
- See the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) reflected in its pond
- Stroll Gion, Kyoto's geisha district
- Visit Osaka Castle and its surrounding parkland
- Sample takoyaki and kushikatsu at lively Dotonbori
- Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off
Tell your guide what matters most—they'll tailor the route to you.
Kanazawa Zen Temple Calligraphy Tea Experiences Walking Tour
[Option1] Kanazawa: Walking & Calligraphy Tour with an ex-Pro Athlete
Explore Kanazawa with a former pro baseball player, visiting Nagamachi Samurai District, Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa Castle Park, Kenrokuen Garden and Higashi Chaya District. Finish with a private calligraphy session at a temple. Morning: 9:00–13:00 / Afternoon: 14:00–18:00.
[Option2] Kanazawa: Zen Calligraphy Experience at a Historic Temple
Enjoy calligraphy inside a peaceful Zen temple. With a guide, choose a meaningful Kanji that reflects your personality or journey. Beginners are welcome with step-by-step instruction. Practice first, then create your final artwork on a souvenir to take home.
[Option3] Kanazawa: Tea Ceremony in Zen Tradition at a 350-Year Temple
Walk from Higashi Chaya to a quiet 350-year-old temple. Learn traditional etiquette, discover seasonal scrolls, utensils, flowers and sweets, watch matcha prepared by hand, then experience the ceremony yourself in a small group of up to six.
Mojiko, Kokura Castle Karato Market, & Miyajidake Shrine Day Tour
Discover the best of Northern Kyushu on this unforgettable day tour, combining history, culture, coastal scenery, and iconic landmarks in one seamless journey. Perfect for families, friends, and first-time visitors, this experience offers a rich blend of sightseeing and authentic local charm.
Begin at Mojiko Retro, a nostalgic port town filled with Western-style architecture, waterfront views, and charming streets perfect for photos and relaxed exploration. Continue to the historic Kokura Castle, where samurai history comes alive alongside peaceful gardens, cultural museums, and traditional shrine visits within the castle grounds.
The journey then leads to the spiritual Miyajidake Shrine, famous for its breathtaking “Path of Light,” Japan’s largest sacred rope, and the unique Eight Shrine Circuit offering blessings for different aspects of life. With its powerful atmosphere and coastal views, it provides a truly memorable cultural highlight.
Private Airport Transfer Service in Hokkaido
Travel in comfort and safety with this private airport transfer service in Hokkaido. Whether you're heading to the vibrant city of Sapporo, the ski resorts of Niseko and Kiroro, or the picturesque shores of Lake Toya, professional drivers will ensure a smooth journey. Enjoy spacious vehicles designed for families and small groups, with flexible pickup times to suit your schedule. Multilingual support adds an extra touch, making your arrival as seamless as possible.
- Direct transfers from New Chitose Airport to Hokkaido’s top destinations
- Perfect for families, ski travelers, and small groups
- Flexible pickup times to meet your travel needs
- Professional drivers ensure a safe and comfortable ride
Hokuriku Ishikawa Deep Mountain Retreat Day Trip
- Hideaway in a rural area in the mountain.
- Private local guide show you our village.
- Warm interaction with local residents as a “villager for a day.”
- We provide the information about access to our area. (By car or Public transportation.)
Discover Shiramine, a hidden mountain village in Hokuriku, just 1.5 hours from Kanazawa and Komatsu airport.
Experience the beauty of Japan’s mountain nature, hands-on cultural traditions, warm encounters with local residents, and tattoo-friendly hot springs.
In this small village where community life is still alive, we invite you to spend the day like a local — as a “villager for a day.”
Tsukiji Outer Market Deep Food Private Tour with Licensed Guide
Explore Tokyo's legendary Tsukiji Outer Market on this private walking tour led by a friendly government-licensed guide who speaks English and Japanese. With a local expert, you'll discover the best shops and learn the stories behind them.
Walk through the lively lanes of the historic market and discover the foods that have made Tsukiji famous, from fresh sushi and sashimi to grilled seafood, tamagoyaki, and seasonal specialties. Your guide will explain the market's history and local food culture, then you'll visit the striking Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple and the guardian Namiyoke Inari Shrine.
Because this is a private tour, the pace and itinerary can be tailored to your interests, allowing you to experience the best of Tsukiji in your own way.
Please note that food and drink costs are not included and will be at your own expense.
Explore and Experience Tokyo with a Local Guide
Explore Tokyo through the eyes of a local where you can enjoy a personal and friendly experience tailored to your interests. Discover iconic neighborhoods like Shibuya and Akihabara, immerse yourself in Japanese culture, and savor local cuisine. Flexible itineraries ensure that your tour reflects your personality and mood, creating a memorable adventure. With a focus on cultural understanding, receive insights into Japanese daily life and useful language tips. Capture lasting memories with photo opportunities and the chance to create shareable content during your journey.
- Personal tours focusing on Tokyo's culture, food, and hidden gems
- Flexible itineraries tailored to individual interests and preferences
- Guidance from local expert Kanade, offering insider knowledge
- Available in multiple languages, with cultural insights and photo support
Tokyo Private Chiba Coastal Adventure
Discover coastal and mountain Chiba on a full-day private tour combining scenic views, local food, nature, and history. Begin at Umihotaru for panoramic views across Tokyo Bay, then visit the peaceful Tokyo-wan Kannon.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant selected around your group’s preferences before travelling the winding Nokogiriyama Mountain Road. Explore Nihonji Temple’s forest paths, walk to Jigoku Nozoki—the famous “View of Hell”—and see the enormous stone Great Buddha while learning about the mountain’s Buddhist and stone-carving history.
Visit Roadside Station Hota School, a former elementary school transformed into a unique local destination, then finish at Okinoshima Island with beach paths, forest scenery, rocky coastline, and small coastal caves.
Tokyo Private Activity by Crafts Class
A small incense shop nestled in the downtown area of Asakusa, Tokyo, where the atmosphere of the Edo period still lives on. It is a healing space where you can easily stop by during your stroll. Located in a quiet back alley, you can enjoy the experience in a calm atmosphere. Try your hand at making your own original incense by blending fragrances using authentic natural ingredients. If you take it home as a travel souvenir, the memories of your trip will come back to life with the scent. A special 90-minute experience to touch Japanese traditional culture.
Samurai Training and Home Style Matcha Experience
Around Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan's most important Buddhist centers, the temple approaches have seen samurai, monks, pilgrims and townspeople pass through for centuries. The dojo where this experience takes place sits in a traditional Japanese house in this historic area, offering an authentic setting that connects samurai practice with the everyday life of a regional temple city.
Samurai valued matcha not only for its health benefits but also for the brief moment of reflection it provided. After intense training or between conflicts, preparing and drinking tea offered a structured pause: a way to calm the spirit, center the mind, and return to composure. This simple act balanced the warrior's outward discipline with inner stillness.
The matcha moment itself is simple and unscripted. This brief pause lets you experience how samurai used tea in daily life: not as performance or ritual, but as a moment to settle the mind and restore calm.
Daytrip ZenKoji and Hokusai Art Obuse Tour from Tokyo
Rather than simply visiting attractions, this cultural journey reveals how faith, commerce, scholarship, and art became interconnected in northern Nagano.
The tour explores the relationship between Katsushika Hokusai and Takai Kozan, the patron who welcomed artists and intellectuals to Obuse during the late Edo period. Visits to the Hokusai Museum, Takai Kozan Memorial Museum, and Ganshoin Temple provide insight into the cultural environment that inspired some of Hokusai’s most remarkable late-life works.
Ideal for travelers interested in Japanese history, religion, art, and local culture, this experience offers a meaningful journey through the traditions that shaped northern Nagano.
This tour is conducted using public transportation. If you would like to arrange private vehicle transportation during your stay in Nagano, please contact us when making your booking.
Mt. Fuji Photo Spots Tour: Arakurayama, Oshino & Lake Kawaguchi
Capture Mount Fuji from six of its most famous photography locations on one carefully designed day tour. From the iconic Arakurayama Sengen Park and peaceful Oshino Hakkai to the picturesque shores of Lake Kawaguchi, every stop has been selected to showcase Japan's most celebrated mountain from its most spectacular angles.
Unlike standard Mount Fuji sightseeing tours, this experience focuses on Japan's most Instagram-famous viewpoints, including the charming Hikawa Clock Shop, the viral Lawson convenience store, and seasonal flower displays that transform the landscape throughout the year. Whether you visit during cherry blossom season, lavender blooms, autumn foliage, or lush summer greenery, every season offers unique scenery.
Perfect for photographers, nature lovers, couples, and first-time visitors, this full-day tour combines breathtaking landscapes, authentic local charm, and unforgettable photo opportunities into one seamless Mount Fuji adventure.
Transfer Between Naha Airport(OKA)and Your Hotel (English driver）
Transfer Highlights
Enjoy a comfortable private transfer between Naha Airport and your hotel.
Real-time flight tracking for a smooth and timely pickup
Meet & Greet service
Relax and travel comfortably in a private vehicle
Vehicle
Vehicles are arranged based mainly on group size:
1–4 guests: Toyota Alphard
5–9 guests: Toyota HiAce
The vehicle may vary depending on the size and quantity of your luggage. If you have any special requests, please add them in the “Special Requirements” section or contact us in advance.
Flight Delays & Cancellations
Waiting time due to flight delays is generally free of charge. However, additional fees may apply if we are not notified or if the delay is caused by reasons unrelated to the flight.
If your flight is cancelled, please contact us via WhatsApp.
T1 BUS Classic Cars Volkswagen Photo Guide Experience
Enjoy a unique photo-guided journey through famous spots in Tokyo’s 23 wards aboard a complimentary ride in a 1961 West German-made Volkswagen Type 2 T1 Bus. Using the classic vehicle as a stylish photo prop at each location, guests can capture unforgettable moments where retro charm and modern Tokyo beautifully come together.
Authentic Tonkotsu Ramen Making Experience Near Mt Fuji
Unlike a typical ramen meal, this hands-on experience allows participants to make their own ramen noodles from scratch and enjoy the finished dish they created themselves. Guided by local instructors, guests can learn traditional Japanese noodle-making techniques in a fun and interactive setting.The experience is beginner-friendly and suitable for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups. Located near Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, it offers a unique opportunity to combine sightseeing with an authentic Japanese cultural and culinary experience.By making and eating your own Tonkotsu Ramen, you can gain a deeper appreciation of Japanese food culture while creating lasting travel memories.In addition to the ramen-making experience, guests can also visit your rescue cat café, where rescued cats are cared for in a relaxed environment. This unique combination of Japanese food culture and community-based animal welfare offers a memorable experience that goes beyond a typical cooking class.
Nijigen No Mori Godzilla Adventure Ticket with Zipline Awaji
Unleash your inner hero with the Nijigen No Mori Godzilla Attraction Ticket on Awaji Island! This one-of-a-kind adventure lets you face a life-size Godzilla in an immersive mission like no other. Start with a thrilling short film that sets the stage, then fly into action on a zip-line that takes you straight into Godzilla’s massive jaws. Use your skills in the shooting game to stop his rampage from within and explore the Godzilla Museum, packed with movie props, figures, and history from the legendary franchise. Whether you're a longtime fan or just looking for an unforgettable thrill, this experience blends heart-pounding action with cinematic magic. Surrounded by nature and powered by Japanese creativity, it's perfect for families, couples, and pop-culture lovers. Don’t miss your chance to become part of the Godzilla legend—book now and join the ultimate monster mission!
A Self-Guided Walking Tour Miyoshi City's Old Town Legend
Miyoshi City sits at the confluence of three rivers in Hiroshima Prefecture. Its geography made it a thriving trade hub, with a foggy mountain landscape that gave rise to a rich tradition of folklore. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll follow the old Iwami Ginzan Roadway – once used to transport silver that represented a third of the world's supply – through a castle town where history and supernatural legend blur at the edges. The tour starts at Miyoshi Station's cormorant fishing monument, a nod to the city's 450 year continuous practice of the folk tradition. You'll encounter the legend of Heitarō Inō, the unflinching teenager harassed by supernatural creatures for thirty straight nights. Along the way, you'll visit Dasai Shrine, where three deities are enshrined together. The tour ends at the Yumoto Koichi Memorial Japan Yokai Museum, Japan's first museum dedicated to yōkai, housing over 5,000 artefacts.
Kyoto Daikakuji Temple and Heart Sutra Copying Experience
Step inside Daikakuji, a former imperial villa turned temple, and discover one of Kyoto’s most graceful sacred spaces. This private experience goes beyond sightseeing: you will learn about the temple’s imperial history, Shingon Buddhist traditions, and its deep connection to the Heart Sutra before copying the sutra yourself in a quiet temple setting. With an English-speaking guide by your side, you can enjoy the ritual with context, confidence, and a deeper appreciation of Kyoto’s spiritual culture.
Tottori Tour
This is a full-day greedy tour of Tottori packed with all the charms of the city.
You will feel the magnificent Tottori Sand Dunes and mountains, fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, and the profound culture of the area.
This tour includes transportation to and from the inn, so you can enjoy a drink to your heart's content without worrying about driving or traveling.
We have proposed a model case, but selfish requests such as 'mainly delicious alcohol and gourmet food' or 'want to visit hidden places of interest' are also welcome!Please feel free to contact us.Let's make your own special trip to Tottori together!
Shakotan Blue and Otaru 1 Day Tour from Sapporo
Depart Sapporo and head to the breathtaking Shakotan Peninsula. Start with a scenic Shakotan Blue Cruise or enjoy the stunning coastal views from Cape Ōgon.
After a delicious local lunch at Fuji Sushi, marvel at the highly transparent, crystal-clear waters of the beautiful Shimamui Coast.
Next, walk along the dramatic, sweeping ridges of Cape Kamui to experience breathtaking panoramic ocean views.
In the afternoon, travel to the charming port city of Otaru. Spend your free time wandering along the historic Otaru Canal or exploring the nostalgic streets lined with glass workshops and cozy cafes before safely returning to Sapporo in the evening.
Kyoto: Private Japanese Relaxation — Sound Bath & Stillness
Escape Kyoto's crowds and discover a quieter side of Japan through a private Japanese Sound Bath.
Step into a peaceful private studio and discover a Kyoto hidden gem. Designed for travelers seeking wellness, relaxation, and mindfulness, this private experience offers a rare opportunity to slow down and reconnect with yourself during your journey.
Performed exclusively with rare Japanese instruments, it offers a uniquely Japanese experience of sound and stillness. No meditation experience is required—simply lie down, relax, and receive the sound.
More than a cultural activity, Japanese Sound Bath offers a unique way to experience Japan beyond ordinary sightseeing.
Highlights
・Escape Kyoto's crowds and experience Japanese stillness through sound.
・Experience the world's rare Japanese Sound Bath.
・A completely private experience with no other guests.
・One of Kyoto's most peaceful hidden gems.
・A wellness experience beyond ordinary sightseeing.