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Kyoto
6 hrs 10 mins
An unforgettable Experience in Enchanting Kyoto (German / English)
I want all my guests to be able to relax completely. It is very important to me that my guests find peace and quiet and can forget the stresses of everyday life. I avoid large crowds of people on my tours.
An unforgettable Experience in Enchanting Kyoto (German / English)
FROM$271/ per group
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Robert K.
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Nagano
10 hours
TOGAKUSHI/ Ninja Experience, 400years Cedar Ave.＆ Shrines
"Togakushi" means hiding the door. In Japanese mythology, the Sun Goddess Amaterasu hid herself inside the rock-cave door, resulting in the total darkness of the world. In order to recover sunlight, another goddess danced very attractively in front of the door and other gods pulled Amaterasu out from the door strongly. Then, the door was flown far away to Togakushi. Ninja was also hide-related specialist. Let's experience Ninja activities and voltex of sacred, spiritual shrines and cedar avenue.
TOGAKUSHI/ Ninja Experience, 400years Cedar Ave.＆ Shrines
FROM$194/ per group
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Ken-ichi M.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
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Tokyo
3 hrs 30 mins
Experience a Tea Ceremony & Japanese Garden
In this tour, we visit the beautiful Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, created in 1629. As you stroll around the central pond, you can enjoy landscapes inspired by rivers, mountains, countryside and the sea. Afterwards, we move to the place for where you can experience tea ceremony, where a tea master prepares matcha in a refined, ritualized manner. You’ll savor Japanese sweets, learn about the history and philosophy of tea ceremony, and even try making tea yourself.
Experience a Tea Ceremony & Japanese Garden
FROM$181/ per group
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Hiromi Y.
4.66 / 5
(35 reviews)
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Tokyo
3 hrs 30 mins
Jazz night in Shimokitazawa + record shops
Let’s explore Shimokitazawa, Tokyo's bohemian paradise known for its eclectic charm and vibrant arts scene. Just 3 minutes by train from Shibuya, this trendy neighborhood boasts narrow streets lined with vintage shops, cozy cafes, and quirky bars. Shimokitazawa is also a hidden gem for jazz lovers, featuring intimate clubs, jazz kissas (cafes), and an array of record shops. The plan below is an example of what we can do, and I will be happy to tailor it based on your musical preferences.
Jazz night in Shimokitazawa + record shops
FROM$232/ per group
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Stephen Y.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
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Kagawa
4 hours
Kimono Experience in Ritsurin Garden
Elevate your holiday to the next level during a kimono experience in Ritsurin Garden. Home to scenic flowers, trees and multiple photo spots—at your own pace. Take home the best holiday photos in a Japanese garden. A private experience limited to just you and your party with an English-speaking Kimono dresser as your guide.
Kimono Experience in Ritsurin Garden
FROM$90/ per person
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Chizuru F.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Mount Koya
7 hrs 30 mins
Koyasan Spiritual Experience Tour
Kobo Daishi (Kukai) founded this sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism about 1,200 years ago. Koyasan is the sacred place in the sky. Even if you are not interested in esoteric Buddhism, you can enjoy its spiritual atomosphere. This tour includes the three most important areas, Okunoin, Danjo Garan Complex and Kongobuji Temple. Immersed yourself in the splendid atmosphere of Okunoin, you will feel your mind and body cleansed to the very core.
Koyasan Spiritual Experience Tour
FROM$187/ per group
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Miyuki O.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Kyoto
7 hours
Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience
Kyoto is one of the most popular places to visit, but so crowded. If you want to enjoy quiet Kyoto, I recommend you visit there early morning. In this tour, you can enjoy bamboo grove, morning coffee at a Japanese style coffee shop and beautiful river and mountains scenery from a wooden bridge. After that, why don't you try 'washoku', or Japanese cuisine and maiko, or cute apprentice geisha's dancing? My special early morning tour will give you wonderful and unforgettable memories in Japan!!
Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience
FROM$258/ per group
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Yuriko S.
4.96 / 5
(68 reviews)
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Tokyo
3 hours
Shinjuku Kabukicho , Omoide Yokocho and Golden gai !!!Bar Hopping Tour
Let's embark on a tour around Memory Lane in Shinjuku, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, experiencing the essence of Japanese culture through the tradition of 'hashigo sake' - hopping from one drinking spot to another!
Shinjuku Kabukicho , Omoide Yokocho and Golden gai !!!Bar Hopping Tour
FROM$148/ per group
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Shusaku M.
5.00 / 5
(46 reviews)
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Tokyo
5 hrs 30 mins
SUSHI making experience w/ TOYOSU shopping walk
Sushi making instructor takes you to TOYOSU central wholesale market. The tour is a combination activity which includes shopping at TOYOSU central wholesale market and sushi making experience. You will make hand shaped sushi using fish purchased on this tour. This will be one of your unforgetable experiences in Japan. All participants must be aged 13 or older. Price is same regardless paticipant's age.
SUSHI making experience w/ TOYOSU shopping walk
FROM$388/ per group
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Tetsuro K.
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
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Osaka
4 hours
Osaka Night Drive KanjoLoop Expressway, AmericaMura and HighashiOsaka PA
Live the Neo-Osaka nightlife driving in a highly customed Evo 6. Feel the blow-off valve rip, as we cruise around the neon-lit famous Kanjo Loop. AmericaMura or HigashiOsaka will host impromptu car meets most nights of the week (Sat being the best), look for JDM Legends in the wild. There will be plenty of Instagram-able moments... Amazing insight into JDM Culture, a great fit for Car enthusiasts, families or just someone who wants to take some incredible photos to make friends jealous at home.
Osaka Night Drive KanjoLoop Expressway, AmericaMura and HighashiOsaka PA
FROM$155/ per group
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Jonathan R.
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Osaka
2 hours
Nagomi Home Tour – Calligraphy, Matcha & Local Farm Experience
Spend time in a real traditional Japanese home, enjoy calligraphy and matcha, and experience warm Japanese hospitality. You will also visit our family farm to learn about everyday life of Japanese farmers.
Nagomi Home Tour – Calligraphy, Matcha & Local Farm Experience
FROM$58/ per person
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Aya M.
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Fukuoka
7 hours
Fukuoka escape - Yanagawa and Dazaifu retreat
Sometimes called "the little Venice of Kyushu" Yanagawa offers a unique scenery of water canals. On our way back, we will visit Dazaifu - on of Japan's most important Shinto shrines.
Fukuoka escape - Yanagawa and Dazaifu retreat
FROM$226/ per group
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Tomáš K.
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Fukuoka
5 hours
Hakata old town city tour by rickshaw wearing Kimono
A Japanese style experience exciting tour. First traditional hand painting experience (Hakata doll hand paint) at Folk Museum in Hakata. Next change to Kimono and visit Hakata old town (Kushida Shrine, Tochoji Temple, Shotenji Temple and Hakata Sennen Gate) by rickshaw transportation. For final, I’ll guide you to friendly dinner which means the Yatai stall that you can talk to all guests gathering at the same stall by drinking and eating.
Hakata old town city tour by rickshaw wearing Kimono
FROM$65/ per person
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Katsumi K.
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Tokyo
5 hours
Let's Enjoy calligraphy, beckoning cats, and tramline.
Hello! I'm Toshi, your guide at Tokyo. In this tour, you can enjoy the handwriting of Shodo(Calligraphy) easily. I have a special, a kind of magical sheet for calligraphy lesson, so you can try calligraphy with no preparation. I'll give you the tips of writing beautiful Chinese Kanji characters. After the lesson, I'd like to show you Setagaya area. I was born and raised at Tokyo, Setagaya Ward. I love my birthplace. It's my pleasure if you feel enjoyable to visit my town.
Let's Enjoy calligraphy, beckoning cats, and tramline.
FROM$258/ per group
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Toshiyuki K.
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Sado
2 hours
Shukunegi - the village of sengokubune, sailingship of Edo era
This small coastal village once prospered as the center of shipbuilding industry during the Edo era. After the Meiji Restoration, the industry fell into decline due to the overall Westernization and the development of other transportation networks like railways. The village was once almost forgotten. However, the descendants stood up to restore the legacy of their ancesters and have been working hard to keep it. Building the exact replica of the old Edo-era sailing ship shows their enthusiasm and solidarity. In this tour, we stroll in the village, visiting one of the ship owner's house called "Seikuro" which is open to the public. You can see the skillfully built houses by ship carpenters. Then we visit Sado-koku Ogi Folk Museum which houses the exact replica of the old sengokubune ship called "Hakusan-maru", thousands of folkcrafts, household utensils, ship carpenters tools and more. Shukunegi was registered as the district of the Groups of Traditional Buildings. Once you step inside, you are in the maze of Edo era. * Special notice: "Seikuro" will be closed until Mar.31 Sado-koku Ogi Folk Museum will be closed on Mondays until March, 2016 Also closed from Dec.29 - Jan.3 for new year holidays. *Special choice: If some of the facilities are closed, we can go to Iwayasan Cove nearby to see 88 stone statues for a short pilgrimage.
Shukunegi - the village of sengokubune, sailingship of Edo era
FROM$53/ per group
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Fujiko M.
4.95 / 5
(39 reviews)
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Kobe
6 hrs 30 mins
Japan KOBE BEEF and Japanese Tea Ceremony Tour (pick up at Kobe Port Terminal)
Welcome first-time visitors to Kobe! This beautiful city, set between the sea and mountains, mixes old traditions with modern style. Enjoy delicious Kobe beef and try a traditional tea ceremony to learn about Japanese culture. You will also visit Ikuta Shrine which is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, and the lively China Town and exciting Kobe Harborland. Join us for a fun day full of great food, culture, and unforgettable experiences!
Japan KOBE BEEF and Japanese Tea Ceremony Tour (pick up at Kobe Port Terminal)
FROM$226/ per group
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Rika N.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Kagawa
8 hours
Shodoshima Island Full-Day Customized Tour
Shodoshima, the second-largest island in the Seto Inland Sea, offers not only stunning natural beauty but also a rich culinary heritage. With 400-year-old soy sauce breweries, traditional somen noodle production, and renowned sesame oil and olive-related products, the island presents a unique gastronomic experience. Come and discover the charm and flavors of Shodoshima for yourself.
Shodoshima Island Full-Day Customized Tour
FROM$245/ per group
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Mika S.
5.00 / 5
(12 reviews)
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Hiroshima
7 hours
Harmony Jurney : Onigiri Making, Paper Crane Folding & Peace Memorial Park
Join me on a unique cultural journey where you will get to make onigiri together. You will also dive into the traditional art of folding a paper crane, symbolizing peace and hope. Then, visit Peace Memorial Park and dedicate the paper crane there. This tour offers a blend of culinary delights, artistic expression, and meaningful exploration, inviting you to connect with Hiroshima's rich heritage and messages of peace!
Harmony Jurney : Onigiri Making, Paper Crane Folding & Peace Memorial Park
FROM$568/ per group
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Rika F.
5.00 / 5
(43 reviews)
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Tokyo
3 hrs 30 mins
Jazz night in Kichijoji + Harmonica Yokocho
Let me guide you around Kichijoji, a vibrant neighborhood just 15 minutes out from Shinjuku that is often regarded as Tokyo's premier jazz town. Consistently ranked as one of Tokyo's top three most desirable places to live, Kichijoji offers laid back cafes, inviting eateries, charming bars, and diverse shopping, all set against the stunning backdrop of Inokashira Park. The plan below is only an example of what we can do. I will be happy to tailor the plan based on your musical preferences.
Jazz night in Kichijoji + Harmonica Yokocho
FROM$232/ per group
Stephen Y.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
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Tokyo
4 hours
Yanesen, le vieux Tokyo
À Yanesen, quartier de “down-town de Tokyo, la vie quotidienne des Japonais est restée inchangée depuis longtemps. On y trouve plus de 70 sanctuaires et temples, et des festivals d'automne de sanctuaire est un événement important dans la vie quotidienne des habitants. J'habite ici depuis plus de 10ans et les commerânts sont un peu comme les voisins. Avec moi, vous pouvez découvrir une vraie vie quotidienne de Tokyoïte.
Yanesen, le vieux Tokyo
FROM$142/ per group
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Yoko Y.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
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Tokyo
8 hours
Gamble Tokyo - Horse Race betting tour
Visiting Horse Racing Course of JRA (Japan Racing Association) or Off-Track Betting Facilities (WINS) near your hotel. How to bet your money on horses and background of the race are explained by the guide of this tour.
Gamble Tokyo - Horse Race betting tour
FROM$206/ per group
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Toshihiro Y.
4.90 / 5
(337 reviews)
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Saitama
4 hrs 20 mins
Totoro Forest in Sayama Hills Explore, Half day Tour
The Sayama Hills have been considered a model for the setting of My Neighbor Totoro. To preserve this forest from development, the land has been purchased and designated as Totoro Forest. There are over 50 locations, and wooden Totoro signboards have been erected on the designated land. Visiting these signboard spots is fun like a stamp rally of trains. First, meet Big Totoro at Kurosuke's House (office of the Totoro Foundation) and then stroll through the forest in search of the signboards!
Totoro Forest in Sayama Hills Explore, Half day Tour
FROM$161/ per group
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Hitomi K.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
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Mount Koya
5 hours
Half day Koyasan Highlight Tour
Kobo Daishi (Kukai) founded this sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism about 1,200 years ago. Koyasan is the sacred place in the sky. Even if you are not interested in esoteric Buddhism, you can enjoy its spiritual atomosphere. This tour includes the two most important areas, Okunoin and Danjo Garan Complex. Immersed yourself in the splendid atmosphere of Okunoin, you will feel your mind and body cleansed to the very core. Danjo Garan Complex is a world of three-dimensional mandalas.
Half day Koyasan Highlight Tour
FROM$129/ per group
Miyuki O.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Osaka
4 hrs 30 mins
Japanese Nail Salon and Beauty product shopping experience
Wanna get your nails or hair done while traveling? Curious to try a local salon, but worried because of language barrier? No worries — I got you ! From making the reservation to interpreting on the day of your appointment, I'll support you every step of the way. After the beauty session, I will assist you for Japanese beauty products shopping. Let's find the latest trending items as well as exactly what you’re looking for. Enjoy a stress-free, fun, and truly local beauty experience in Japan
Japanese Nail Salon and Beauty product shopping experience
FROM$194/ per person
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Kiyomi A.