Tokyo: Asakusa, Senso-ji temple & Shrine Walking Tour
Discover the true spirit of Asakusa. While most visitors just wander the crowded streets, our guided walk takes you deeper into Tokyo's oldest neighborhood to uncover the authentic side of Japan.
Highlights of Your Walk:
- Master Temple Etiquette: Learn the respectful way to approach the incense burner, use the purification fountain, and make simple prayers at Senso-ji Temple.
- Uncover Hidden Details: Stroll through lively streets and historic lanes to spot Edo-era secrets and architectural details that most tourists completely miss.
- Curated Local Tips: Get insider recommendations from your guide for seasonal festivals, the best street snacks, and authentic souvenir streets loved by locals.
Perfect For:
First-time visitors and culture lovers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience in Tokyo.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Okayama Castle & Bizen Pottery Tour
・Enjoy a hands-on Bizen pottery workshop for beginners
・Guided by a bilingual (English–Japanese) local expert
・Optional international pottery shipping
Bizen-yaki, one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions, originated in Okayama. Its earthy tones and natural textures reflect wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection. Once favored by samurai and tea masters, it remains a living link to Japan’s heritage.
Course options:
Simple Plan: Bizen Pottery Studio & Escort to Castle/Garden
Simple Plan: Bizen Pottery Studio & Escort to Castle/Garden(Garten)
Pottery + Castle & Garden: All-Inclusive Entry
Notes:
Bizen pottery is very popular; booking 1+ month ahead is recommended.
Ending location depends on selected option.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
If you need a break from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, join one of our guides on an 8 hour day trip to Kamakura!
On this trip, take a breath of fresh sea air and see Kamakura’s temples and shrines’ beautiful gardens. View the ocean from the highest point of Hasedera temple and write your wish on an oyster shell. The over 11 meters tall Great Buddha is an icon of the area residing in Kotokuin Temple. Stop by the old Komachi shopping street and try some Hatosabure, dove shaped biscuits.
Each trip is customizable and private. Once you place a reservation, your personal guide will be in touch with you to tailor your trip to you. You can view 3 to 4 sights on this trip. If you wish to extend your time to see more, please contact us directly for extensions. Transportation time is included in the 8 hours.
We hope to guide you soon!
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Skip the line Admission Ticket to Osaka Castle Museum
Book your visit to Osaka Castle and experience the perfect blend of historical grandeur and natural beauty. Discover the fascinating history of this iconic landmark through its well-preserved main tower, which houses a museum filled with samurai armor and captivating exhibits. Enjoy panoramic views of Osaka from the observation deck and stroll through the serene Nishinomaru Garden, especially stunning during cherry blossom season. With its rich cultural heritage and picturesque surroundings, Osaka Castle offers an unforgettable experience for every traveler.
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
Hinokami Satsuma Shuzo Distillery Tour
Explore the world of whisky at Japan’s southernmost distillery, Hinokami, where a unique tasting experience awaits inside the world’s first anechoic chamber. This immersive tour guides you through the whisky-making process, including a visit to an on-site cooperage, all while elevating your sensory experience to new heights. Afterward, enjoy a premium tasting flight at the stylish Visitor Center bar with panoramic views over the East China Sea and Mount Kaimon. This exclusive journey is perfect for whisky enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, requiring a minimum of 2 participants for booking.
- Discover the innovative whisky-making process at Hinokami Distillery
- Experience whisky tasting in the world’s only anechoic chamber
- Enjoy a premium tasting flight with stunning ocean views
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Tokyo: Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-
Discover the hidden but unforgettable nightlife of Shinjuku on this private 3-hour evening tour.
With a friendly local guide, explore three completely different sides of Shinjuku after dark. Start in the nostalgic alleyways of Omoide Yokocho, take in the bright energy of Kabukicho, and end the night in the intimate retro bars of Golden Gai. Along the way, enjoy a selection of must-try food and drinks chosen by your guide, while learning about Japanese nightlife, izakaya culture, and the unique character of each area.
Perfect for travelers who want more than a typical night out, this tour offers a fun and personal way to experience both the old and modern sides of Tokyo nightlife.
・Explore Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai in one evening
・Enjoy a selection of local food and drinks included in the tour
・Experience Shinjuku nightlife on a relaxed private tour
・Learn about Japanese nightlife culture from a local guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Solaniwa Onsen Hot Spring and Japanese Spa Experience in Osaka
Relax and immerse yourself in Japanese culture at Solaniwa Onsen Osaka Bay Tower, a large hot spring theme park inspired by the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Slip into a traditional yukata and explore the beautifully themed 3,000-square-meter Japanese garden, seasonal scenery, and relaxing foot baths. Enjoy a variety of natural hot spring baths, including open-air options, and unwind in spacious relaxation areas. For a deeper wellness experience, choose add-ons such as Japanese-style saunas, massage treatments, or a private open-air bath. You can also enjoy authentic Japanese comfort food at the on-site izakaya, try traditional festival games, or experience fish therapy. With its blend of natural hot springs, cultural atmosphere, dining, entertainment, and wellness, Solaniwa Onsen offers a unique and refreshing escape from Osaka’s busy city streets.
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Night Walking Tour
Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. On this tour, we’ll visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto’s most famous spot known for its 10,000 stunning torii gates. To avoid the crowds and the midday heat, we'll explore the shrine in the evening. This tour is perfect if you’re looking for a quick activity before or after dinner, a leisurely stroll, or some tips from our guide for the rest of your Japan trip. It’s a short and informative tour at a great price!
We will meet at the exit of JR Inari Station. After exiting, turn left, and you will see a Daily Yamazaki convenience store. Our meeting point will be in front of the Daily Yamazaki store.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Yayoi Head Spa from Kyoto Japan - katsura GRANDE store
We are Japan Head Spa Technique Competition Grand Prix Salon.
Would you like to try a unique Japanese healing treatment?
1.Jojoba oil cleansing
The scalp is cleansed with a blend of six different aromatic oils and skin-friendly jojoba oil.
2.Oil massage
By massaging and cleansing the scalp, dirt clogged in the scalp will be rubbed out.
3.Carbonic acid and enzyme cleaning
Dirt lifted out with jojoba oil is removed with highly concentrated carbonated water. Old protein stains are also decomposed and removed with enzymes.
4.Shampoo massage
Using the highest quality protein shampoo, we massage the scalp with a hypoallergenic, dense lather.
5.Honey pack massage
Massage while moisturizing the scalp with a thick cream containing honey and herbal medicine.
6.High-penetration hair treatment
Hair treatment with cashmere keratin is applied to hair after dirt has been reset. Equipment that penetrates repair ingredients is used to create shine.
7.Scalp lotion and Drying and Styling Hair
Duration: 1 hr 40 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Mt Fuji Aokigahara Forest Adventure Hiking Tour
A once-in-a-lifetime nature walk through Aokigahara Forest.
Step into a side of Mt Fuji that feels personal, peaceful, and memorable. Explore Japan’s most famous forest, grown across ancient lava where trees twist over rock and the outside world seems to fade away.
Discover how this forest formed and the life that exists within it. Feel the power and beauty of nature, and perhaps sense some of its mystery too. During the first half of the walk, your guide shares commentary that brings the geology, history, and natural world of this landscape to life.
The second half becomes quieter, giving you time to walk at an easy pace and be with your own thoughts in a forest where nature, history, and legend come alive.
Example Tour
09:00 Meet at NaturaBase
09:20 Arrive at the forest entrance and walk along a quiet trail into Aokigahara
10:40 Visit a hidden cave deep in the forest and continue exploring the lava landscape
12:30 Return from the forest and drop off back at NaturaBase
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
2-Hour Local Street Food Tour in Yokohama Chinatown
Take a 2-hour guided tour through Yokohama's Chinatown, one of the city's most iconic destinations. Enjoy delicious food, visit historical sites, and explore a Chinese-style temple. The tour includes food, walking, and a chance to try fortune-telling, offering a unique cultural experience.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Best of Nagasaki with Japanese Tea Ceremony 4-Hour Car Tour
All-Inclusive — No Hidden Costs
Entrance fees, private transportation, and the tea ceremony are included.
Discover Nagasaki & Experience a Japanese Tea Ceremony
Experience Nagasaki’s must-see highlights and traditional Japanese culture on this private 4-hour car tour, designed especially for cruise guests with limited time.
The highlight is an authentic Japanese tea ceremony. Learn about the traditions and etiquette of tea, watch how matcha is prepared, and then make and whisk your own matcha — a memorable hands-on experience of Japanese culture.
Travel comfortably by private air-conditioned vehicle with your local guide, keeping walking to a minimum while making the most of your limited time in port.
Enjoy Nagasaki’s history, beautiful sights, and a hands-on Japanese cultural experience — all in just four hours.
Duration: 4 hours
- Private tour
Tokyo Tower Observation Main Deck Admission Tickets
panoramic city views from its Main Deck (150m), thrilling Lookdown Windows (glass floors) for a unique perspective, and FootTown at its base with shops, restaurants, and entertainment, plus nearby cultural spots like Zojo-ji Temple, offering a mix of modern marvel and historical exploration
Duration: 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation
Nara Deer Park, Fushimi Inari & Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Day Tour
Join us on an unforgettable full-day journey from Kyoto, where ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural treasures come to life. Begin your adventure at Nara Park, home to hundreds of friendly deer that roam freely around the grounds of the majestic temples and shrines. Capture magical photos and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of Japan’s first permanent capital.
Next, step into the iconic Senbon Torii at Fushimi Inari Taisha, where thousands of vermilion torii gates form mysterious tunnels leading into the sacred mountainside. Continue to the scenic Arashiyama district, where you’ll wander through the enchanting Bamboo Grove, cross the legendary Togetsukyō Bridge, and explore the charming Kimono Forest of beautifully illuminated textile pillars. Visit the serene Nonomiya Shrine and enjoy free time to shop for souvenirs, taste local treats, or step inside the delightful Rilakkuma Shop for a playful experience.
Duration: 8–9 hours
Private Ring Craft Experience in Okinawa
Experience making a handmade ring by hammering the texture using the Japanese traditional style called "Tankin." You will choose your favorite material, thickness, and texture, and then use special hammers and tools to customize your own ring. The entire process takes around 1 hour. Staff will carefully explain the steps and help you take remembrance photos. This workshop is highly recommended for a high-quality gift or souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in Japan.
※This is a ring texturing and customization experience, not a full ring-making from scratch workshop.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Kenbu (sword performance), one of many Japanese traditional arts, demonstrates the culture of the samurai, a warrior class that ruled Japan for 700 years. Kenbu masters who work to keep the spirit of samurai culture alive perform this. stage show about 30-min at Samurai Kenbu Theater. Satisfy your intellectual curiosity with in-depth talks, and enjoy both traditional and new-style Kenbu performances based on historical tales from the feudal period. This includes a simple lesson on Japanese 'katana' swords.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Asakusa & Yanaka Local Street Food Tour with Licensed Guide
Discover Tokyo's old-town soul on this private, government-licensed guided food tour through Asakusa and Yanaka. Begin at the iconic Senso-ji Temple and the bustling Nakamise arcade, sampling beloved Asakusa street snacks such as ningyo-yaki and senbei. Then escape the crowds in Yanaka, a nostalgic shitamachi neighborhood that survived the war with its retro charm intact, where you'll taste local favorites like menchi-katsu and traditional sweets. With a knowledgeable licensed guide sharing the stories behind every dish and backstreet, this is the perfect introduction to Tokyo's downtown food culture. Ideal for first-time visitors and food lovers alike.
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Historic Tomonoura Private Tour with a Local Fukuyama Guide
Explore Tomonoura with a local guide who was born and raised in Fukuyama and has visited the town since childhood. Walk through its traditional streets, discover centuries-old harbor landmarks, and enjoy views of the Seto Inland Sea while hearing stories about the town’s history, culture, and everyday life.
Tomonoura is also known as an inspiration for Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo. Your guide will introduce places and views associated with the film, along with local stories that offer a deeper connection to the town. As this is a private tour, the experience can be adjusted to your interests and pace.
* Private tour with a guide born and raised in Fukuyama
* Explore traditional streets and historic harbor landmarks
* Hear local stories from a guide who has visited Tomonoura since childhood
* Discover places and views associated with Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Trial slashing in Bushido with Samurai Sword real sharpnes
➤ Location of the meeting (trial)
The activity lesson is held at Samurai Honor, a one-minute walk from Osaka-jo Koen Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line, which is the entrance to Osaka Castle.
➤ Samurai wear
The Japanese sword is the most effective blade to date and can only be worn by Samurai. First, change into a Samurai costume (dogi and hakama) and become a Samurai.
➤ Experience swordsmanship related to Bushido
➤ Trial Slashing
Try your hand at sword cutting with a real Japanese sword!
Experience the world's best cutting performance.
This time, you will try cutting a rolled straw.
➤《samurai language》
This refers to the language used mainly by the samurai class during the Warring States period. Samurai valued loyalty to their lord, discipline, and the spirit of bushido, and this spirit was reflected in their language.
➤ Photography service to capture serious figures during the activity. We will send you the photo data within both days.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Kintsugi in Kyoto The Art of Golden Repair
Beauty in the Break
Kintsugi is the practice of highlighting scars rather than hiding them. In this workshop, you take a shattered piece of pottery and use gold to turn the cracks into its most striking feature. It is a slow, tactile process that demands your full attention.
You will be working in a space dedicated to traditional Japanese crafts. This is a hands on encounter with a craft that has defined Kyoto’s aesthetic for centuries.
A Working Kyoto Studio
The studio is a functional workspace for traditional Kyoto wood and lacquer crafts. A master artisan leads the session, providing direct, step by step instruction on each stage of the repair. Workstations are equipped with the professional tools and materials used by the resident artisans.
What You’ll Take Away
Walk away with a finished piece and the skills to see damage in a completely different light. Your finished piece will bear visible scars, transformed into marks of value rather than damage.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Okinawa Full Day Walking Tour with an Expert Local Guide
Ditch the rigid group tours for ultimate flexibility. Our full-day immersive walking experience offers three custom routes to match your travel style: dive into coastal culture and fresh seafood; wander through historic covered markets and pottery districts; or explore ancient Ryukyu Kingdom history via scenic monorail views.
What sets us apart is true insider access. Led by a passionate, English-speaking specialist, we completely bypass standard tourist traps to uncover the authentic, hidden corners of Okinawa that regular travelers miss. From tasting hidden delicacies at local markets to deep historical storytelling at ancient ruins, we handle every logistical detail flawlessly. This is a personalized, unforgettable connection to the real rhythm and flavors of Okinawa.
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket
Experience breathtaking panoramic views from the iconic Tokyo Tower Main Deck, located 150 meters above the heart of Tokyo. Admire spectacular 360-degree views of famous landmarks including Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Bay, Rainbow Bridge, Roppongi Hills, and, on clear days, majestic Mount Fuji.
Originally inspired by the Eiffel Tower, Tokyo Tower remains one of Japan's most recognizable landmarks, combining classic architecture with unforgettable city views. Walk across the thrilling glass floor "Lookdown Window," capture incredible photographs, and experience Tokyo from one of its most historic observation decks.
Whether you visit during the day, at sunset, or after dark when the city sparkles with millions of lights, Tokyo Tower offers an unforgettable sightseeing experience for visitors of all ages.
Duration: 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation
1 Day Tour From Nagano to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-Juku
Guests on this exciting 1 day tour of Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku will have the chance to get hands-on with Japan's fascinating history by personally entering the renowned Matsumoto Castle and strolling the streets of the quaint Narai-juku. There will also be opportunities to walk the downtown area of Matsumoto city and window shop or taste some of its delicious local specialties.
With all transport included in the tour, you will not have to worry about anything more than which souvenirs to buy for your family and friends. This tour also includes a seasonal activity at Narai-juku, to allow you to get even closer to the fascinating culture of this region of Japan which often feels as though it has been pulled out of a different era.
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
Tokyo Cyberpunk Street Photo Workshop
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.
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.
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.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation