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Experience the samurai experience in a museum-like place with lots of armor on display! You will choose your favorite kimono and hakama, change into a samurai costume, and learn how to use a sword from a samurai. You will learn how to draw a sword, hold a sword, swing a sword, and retract a sword. After learning basic sword usage, they practice a simple chambara (sword fight). Then we will try to exterminate bad guys to the music! You can take videos with your smart phone, take pictures with the samurai, and have a great samurai time. The teachers are authentic teachers who have appeared in major Japanese dramas and movies. Since you have come all the way to Japan on a trip, you will have a wonderful experience of Samurai culture! The dojo has many weapons on display, including swords and spears. You will also find armor on display. Samurais are waiting for you in a space that does not seem modern. ・One person can also join the tour. ・Same-day reservations are also possible.
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Best Samurai Experience in Tokyo
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Immerse yourself in samurai history and culture with this small-group samurai experience at a traditional samurai house in Kyoto. Under the guidance of an expert sword instructor, learn the philosophies of Bushido, the "Way of the Warrior;" handle a real martial arts sword; and take part in a Zen meditation session.
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Kyoto Samurai Experience
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Live some sumo culture in Tokyo with this show and dinner experience in the Asakusa neighborhood. Watch wrestlers perform classic moves and training techniques in the "dohyo" ring, while savoring a chicken "chanko-nabe" hot pot. For wannabe sumo stars, there’s even the chance to try a sumo challenge yourself.
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Tokyo: Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot & Geisha
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Nara is one of Japan's most-visited destinations, which means it gets crowded during the day. Dodge the biggest crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience of the ancient Japanese capital on this early-morning, small-group tour. Admire landmarks including Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park, home to free-roaming deer, while learning about the long history of this sacred place.
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Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)
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Don’t get lost or confused navigating your way from Narita Airport to enormous Tokyo city. With this private transfer service you’ll be picked up at the arrivals area of the airport and taken directly to your hotel, anywhere in the city. Your driver will even wait for up to 90 minutes in case of flight delays.
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Private arrival Transfer from Narita Airport(NRT) to central Tokyo city
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This walking tour offers a relaxed way to explore Tokyo’s royal history alongside its peaceful green spaces. Walk through the Imperial Palace East Gardens while learning about the Imperial family and the former grounds of Edo Castle. With a guide leading the way, you can ask questions, gain deeper context, and notice details you might miss if exploring on your own.
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Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Historical Walking Tour
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Step back in time to the old days and experience Japan like a ninja. This small-group class (maximum six people) introduces you to such ninja techniques as ninja meditation (Kuji-In) as well as the use of samurai weapons, including the sword. Get insights into Japanese fuedal times as you practise.
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Ninja Samurai 2-hour hands-on lesson by Japanese master in Tokyo
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When visiting Tokyo, don't just eat sushi: learn how to make it. This culinary experience takes place just steps from Senso-ji Temple, in the heart of the traditional Asakusa neighborhood, and immerses you in Japanese culinary culture. Learn how how to prepare authentic sushi and rolls, then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your effort with your classmates.
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Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class
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Combine traditional sumo wrestling—a must when visiting Tokyo—with a delicious Japanese meal, thanks to this unique restaurant experience. Sink into comfortable sofa seating, tuck into a tasty chankonabe (hot pot)—a meal that the wrestlers themselves eat—and watch a sumo display in action. Gain insider insight into the sport and leave with a better understanding of its cultural significance and history.
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Tokyo Luxury Sumo Experience with Deluxe Japanese Cuisine
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Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Tokyo. Learn traditional techniques and take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir. - Craft your own wooden chopsticks using traditional tools and techniques - Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan - Take home your personalized chopsticks as a unique souvenir or gift - Enjoy a fun and relaxing workshop, perfect for beginners and travelers - Discover the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship in a timeless neighborhood
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Tokyo Ginza Chopstick Making Workshop
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If your time in Kyoto is limited and you want to see lots of its famous sights in a day, then this private guided tour is an excellent choice. Explore the city with a private guide to take care of navigating. Along the way, tick off 10 top attractions including the beautiful temple of Kiyomizu-dera, the geisha district of Gion, lush bamboo groves, and plenty more scenic surprises.
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10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
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Even if your visit to Japan doesn’t coincide with the official sumo season, you can still watch wrestlers show off their skills during a sumo show experience in Kyoto. Not only will you watch the retired athletes perform classic moves in a traditional ring, but you’ll enjoy unlimited food and drinks, and you can even challenge a wrestler to a match.
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Kyoto: Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot & Geisha
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Get ready for the ultimate Okinawa adventure. Enjoy the unusual and fun experience of being able to dress up in costume as you tour a city. Choose from a variety of anime, comic, or games character outfits, and explore the highlights of Okinawa in street go-karts. Take the stress out of navigating, as your guide will lead the way, and you’ll see multiple highlights in a day, such as Senagajima Island, and Kokusai Main Street.
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Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
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Enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transportation to Kamakura and Enoshima from Tokyo on this convenient bus tour. Escape Tokyo for the day and learn about Kamakura’s history as the home of the samurai. Get a great overview of the area as you visit important shrines and major shopping areas. Commentary is provided in English and Chinese. Visit two places in one efficient tour, including the small island of Enoshima with panoramic ocean views.
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From Tokyo: Kamakura & Enoshima 1-Day Bus Tour
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Enjoy a fun-filled way to explore Tokyo that few other visitors get to experience—and walk away with special memories of your trip—all thanks to this small-group street go-karting activity. Choose from a range of start times, meet your guide, and receive an introduction to the vehicle (plus a costume you can wear). Once you’re ready, zip off to the famous Shibuya Crossing, Harajuku, and other popular Tokyo destinations.
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Official Street Go-Kart in Shibuya
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Discover Tokyo with a private guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital. Navigate the city's complex, yet efficient, subway system with your guide as you visit famous sites including the outer Tsukiji fish market, the traditional town of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine. Learn about Japanese youth and pop culture in Harajuku, and enjoy a tour that’s customizable to suit your interests.
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Tokyo Customized Private Tour: See Top Attractions in 1 Day
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Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.
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Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)
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Instead of spending time crafting a travel itinerary and logistics, leave the planning to the professionals on this group tour to Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi from Tokyo. Spend the day traveling around the Mount Fuji area's most scenic spots, as well as Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, Oishi Park, and more.
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Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo
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See the best of Hakone’s natural beauty by foot in this private walking tour. Unlike traditional tours, you can customize the experience to your interests and visit only the sites that you’re interested in. Whether you’re a nature lover, art fan, or keen to try local foods, your private guide will help you plan a day that fits your needs.
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Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Two Ways Into Japan's Most Powerful Tradition In Ginza, Tokyo, experience sumo through two unique options led by retired professional wrestlers. Plan A: Sumo Entertainment Show Sit near the dohyo as former top-ranked athletes perform explosive bouts and centuries-old rituals. Interactive segments let you throw purifying salt and try ceremonial gestures. The highlight is “Challenge Sumo”, a lottery-based chance to step into the ring and face a real wrestler. Bottomless chanko-nabe and drinks included. Entertainment show — not an official competition. Plan B: Asa-Geiko — Authentic Sumo Training A 60-minute hands-on workshop guided by a former pro. Learn shiko, suri-ashi, and butsukari-geiko at your pace. After training, wear the kesho-mawashi for a memorable photo. Note (Plan B): Not for children under 5, pregnant guests, or those with serious health conditions. One package per booking; children must have a guardian. Experience sumo as it was meant to be felt — only here.
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Tokyo Ginza Sumo Experience: Performance vs Pure Practice
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This is not just a sake tasting — it’s a 3-hour experience that will completely change how you understand and choose sake in Japan. Led by a sake specialist, you’ll go beyond “sweet or dry” and learn how sake is actually made, why flavors differ, and how to identify your own preferences with confidence. Visit the historic Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, then enjoy a guided tasting of multiple styles of sake paired with traditional snacks — with clear, practical explanations you can use anywhere in Japan. By the end of the tour, you will know which type of sake you truly like and how to select it without hesitation - enjoy sake not just during your travels, but as part of your life.
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3-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Tastings & Pairings
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Tokyo is overflowing with attractions, so you won’t want to waste a moment waiting for trains or trying to figure out the confusing metro map. This private, custom tour helps you navigate one of the world’s largest cities with ease and lets you tailor your sightseeing schedule to suit your interests.
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Private Tokyo Tour with English Speaking Driver
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Japanese cuisine is typically difficult for vegans to enjoy, but this sumo show and mochi-pounding experience ensures travelers following a plant-based diet can still feast on food worthy of sumo wrestlers. Not only will you watch sumo wrestlers strut their stuff in the ring, but you’ll also have chance to get involved yourself.
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Vegan-Friendly Tokyo Sumo Show, Mochi-Pounding Dinner Experience
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You won’t just experience a tea ceremony in Tokyo on this small-group tour—you’ll also look the part with an optional free kimono rental, with staff assistance to ensure comfort and authenticity. The tea ceremony is hands-on, giving you the opportunity to practice these traditions as you learn about them. It isn’t just a culinary experience, as you’ll also learn the meaning of “Ichigo Ichie,” a Japanese concept that emphasizes treasuring each moment.
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Tokyo Tea Ceremony in Asakusa with Kimono, Matcha & Wagashi
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