GoWithGuideFind your perfect tour guide at GoWithGuide. Relax and cherish unforgettable tours with loved ones. Create personalized tours for a truly memorable trip!
GoWithGuideFind your perfect tour guide at GoWithGuide. Relax and cherish unforgettable tours with loved ones. Create personalized tours for a truly memorable trip!WithGoGuide
GoWithGuideFind your perfect tour guide at GoWithGuide. Relax and cherish unforgettable tours with loved ones. Create personalized tours for a truly memorable trip!

Top 10 Best Hidden Spots in Japan You Must Visit

Coelho C.

by GoWithGuide travel specialist:Coelho C.

Last updated : Jan 08, 20245 min read

Itinerary Ideas

1- Yajima Taiken Koryukan (Sado)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

Head out into the waters of the inlet by tarai bune which originated in Sado. There is the enchanting view of two small islands and the red arched bridge, and on good days, you can enjoy the crystal blue sea.

Business hours
- Everyday (8:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
Phone
0259-86-2992
Price
- Adult: 500 JPY
- Child: 300 JPY
Website
www.visitsado.com

More information

 

2- Hasedera Temple (Kamakura)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

Hasedera Temple was constructed on the mountain side with views of both the ocean and city. The beautiful garden is blooming with hydrangeas and irises all year round and as such, the temple has also become acclaimed as the ‘flower temple’.

Business hours
- Everyday (8:00 AM ~ 4:30 PM )
Phone
0467-22-6300
Price
- Adult: 300 JPY
- Child: 100 JPY
Website
www.hasedera.jp

More information

 

3- Shukunegi (Sado)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

Shukunegi is a historically preserved ward which has existed since the Edo Era as a Sado port town. The streets brimming over with atmosphere and built by shipwrights are splendid.

Business hours
- Everyday (9:00 AM ~ 4:00 PM )
Phone
0259-86-3200
Price
Admission to enter Shukunegi private houses
Seikurou House: Adults 400 yen Children 200 yen

Website
www.visitsado.com

More information

 

4- Arakurayama Sengen Park (Mount Fuji)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

Located halfway up Mt. Arakura in Fujiyoshida City of Yamanashi Prefecture, this is a park from where you can get a full view of the city against the backdrop of Mt. Fuji. Known as a prominent viewing spot for Mt. Fuji, it is also popular as a famous spot for cherry blossoms.

Phone
0555-22-1111
Price
- Free
Website
www.yamanashi-kankou.jp

More information

 

5- Sado Mine (Sado)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

With shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa leading the development during the Edo Era, it was said that Sado Mine had financed the Edo government for 300 years due to the rich amounts of gold mined there. Currently, it has been preserved for its industrial heritage.

Business hours
- Everyday (8:30 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
Phone
0259-74-2389
Price
Tour courses (approx. 60 min)
Adults 1400 yen Children 700 yen
Doyuko or Souda Yuukou courses only
(Doyuko: about 40 min Souda Yuukou: about 30 min) 
Adults 900 yen Children 450 yen
Yamashi course with guide (April-November advance reservation
Website
www.sado-kinzan.com

More information

 

6- Ryogoku (Tokyo)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

Encountering the many wrestlers during a sumo tournament in Tokyo feels like you’ve slipped back in time to the Edo Era. You can see their lifestyle and eat like them through the many haberdasheries for these king-sized men and restaurants with their huge portions.

Phone
03-5608-6951
Website
visit-sumida.jp

More information

 

7- Futatsugame (Sado)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

The extremely clear ocean that has been selected as one of the top 100 swimming areas in Japan and the sight of the path sinking into the sea due to the rise and fall of the tides provide a superb view of an ever-changing beach!

Phone
0259-26-2311
Website
www.visitsado.com

More information

 

8- Jodogahama (Iwate)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

The ancient landscape of Jodogahama (Pure Land Beach) has a superb view representing the Sanriku region with its white beach drawing a soft line and precipitous and exposed stone mountains created in the bay.

Phone
0193 -65 -1690
Price
- Free
Website
www.japan-iwate.info

More information

 

9- Sado Island Taiko Center (Sado)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

The Taiko drum center, operated by the world-famous taiko performing arts ensemble Kodo. Beating taiko of all sizes, sharing in the sound, will bring a smile to your face before you know it. Feel the charm of this enjoyably heartwarming experience!

Business hours
- Tuesday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
- Wednesday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
- Thursday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
- Friday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
- Saturday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
- Sunday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
Phone
0259-86-2320
Price
- Adult: 2000 JPY
- Child: 1000 JPY
Website
www.sadotaiken.jp

More information

 

10- Densho-en (Iwate)

blog image
Photo by Planetyze

In Tono with its pastoral Japanese countryside scenery, there is Densho-en which relates the lifestyle of the old days to the present day. Know about Tono in a variety of ways such as seeing, hearing, making and eating.

Business hours
- Everyday (9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM )
Phone
0198 -62-8655
Price
- Adult: 320 JPY
- Child: 220 JPY
The workshops at the Crafts Center require prior reservations and separate admission.
E.g. Ema 500 yen Otedama 500 yen Straw craft 500 yen

Kataribe 5000 yen (Up to 80 people per 1 kataribe) * prior reservations are required.

Website
www.japan-iwate.info

More information

Gifu Tour Guide - Akiko W.

Akiko W.

5.00 / 5
(8 reviews)
Japan

Hello! My name is Akiko from Gifu prefecture. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I like going out with my family, talking with my friends over coffee at a cozy cafe, reading books, baking bread and cake when I have time. I passed the national tour guide test in 2017 and have worked as a guide since then. I have guided in Gifu city, Seki city, Takayama city, Shirakawago , Mino city and Nagoya city. I have lived in Gifu for more than forty years. Gifu prefecture is rich in nature so you can enjoy the rural atmosphere. Gifu city has a beautiful river 'Nagara river' and Mt.Kinka which has Gifu castle on the top. You can go up the mountain on foot or use a ropeway. The view from Gifu castle is so fantastic. At the foot of the mountain , there are many places to visit such as parks, a temple having a big image of Buddha, and a street preserving the historic atmosphere. At Nagara River, you can enjoy seeing a traditional way of fishing ‘cormorant fishing’ which is thought to have started 1300 years ago. Many cafes have unique service called 'morning service' in Gifu along with Aichi In the morning (until about ten thirty or eleven) when you order a cup of tea or coffee, they serve toast and salad ! Near Gifu park , you can find a nice Japanese style cafe where you enjoy good coffee and seeing a Japanese style garden. Seki city is a small city but so famous for its cutlery. At Japanese sword museum in Seki, you can see authentic Japanese swords! Mino city next to Seki city is well known for its hand made Japanese paper 'Hon minoshi' designated as intangible cultural asset by UNESCO . Until recently it was not easy to guide guests because of COVID-19 pandemic; however the situation is getting better. Some strict rules about COVID-19 have been lifted. Please visit Gifu. I am looking forward to seeing you. Please feel free to ask me when you need information about Gifu. Thank you for reading my introduction.                                                                                                                                 

Osaka Tour Guide - Takashi M.

Takashi M.

5.00 / 5
(8 reviews)
Japan

Hi, my name is Takashi!! When I go abroad, I think that how nice it would be to have a friend there and hang out together. I want you to feel like you have a friend in Osaka and we can go around and explore the city. I was born and grew up in Japan. And I speak English, Spanish and Japanese. I can be the perfect guide for you.                                                                                                                                 

Okayama Tour Guide - Yoko M.

Yoko M.

4.71 / 5
(7 reviews)
Japan

Hello. I'm Yoko Miyake. Please call me Yoko. I'm a licensed guide. I love travelling. I have visited all the prefectures in Japan. Though Japan has many good places to visit, I hope many foreign travellers will visit my hometown Kurashiki and enjoy their stay there. Because I was born in Kurashiki, and I have lived there since then, I know a lot about Kurashiki. Of course I can show you other good places in Okayama Prefecture and near Okayama Prefecture.                                                                                                                                 

Kanazawa Tour Guide - Yoji K.

Yoji K.

5.00 / 5
(17 reviews)
Japan

Hello, I'm Yoji, based in Kanazawa. I spent my formative years in Kanazawa and pursued my master's degree in the United States. Having lived in Washington D.C. and California for six years, I then resided and worked in China and various Southeast Asian countries. My passion lies in exploring new destinations and connecting with people worldwide. Now, it's my turn to extend the same hospitality I've received to you. I specialize in crafting personalized tours tailored to your interests and preferences. If you're a food enthusiast, you've come to the right place. For those seeking to delve into Japan's rich history and culture, I highly recommend joining my full-day tour in Kanazawa. Additionally, I offer tours to Shirakawago and Takayama. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together.                                                                                                                                  

Plan your trip to Japan

Chat with a local tour guide who can help organize your trip.

Get Started