Top Japan Day Trips - page 93

Tokyo Private Day Trip To Kamakura

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Full Day Guided Tour in Tokyo

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $706

Per group

This is a one-day tour that takes you from your hotel in Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and back by private car. A private vehicle will be provided for each group of guests, and the drive to Mt. Fuji takes about 2.5 hours one way. Upon arrival, you can enjoy the stunning natural scenery, visit lakes, shrines, and museums, and trek around the 5th station of Mt. Fuji. Mt. Fuji is Japan's highest mountain and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour is perfect for those who want to enjoy a relaxed, private Mt. Fuji experience, as well as for groups of friends or families with children. Round-trip transportation from and to your hotel, highway tolls, and admission fees for Mt. Fuji are all included in the tour price. This tour will be guided by a certified guide who is highly knowledgeable about the local area. This tour includes a 2.5-hour one-way drive from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji.

Mt. Fuji Fifth Station and Lake Kawaguchiko Private Tour by Car

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $706

Per group

The “Kansai Area Pass,” valid within the JR West Japan region, allows unlimited boarding and alighting at stations in the Kyoto, Nara, Mie, and Iga areas. Pass holders can also enjoy admission and experiences at nearby cultural and tourist facilities (some require reservations), and the pass includes a ¥2,000 (tax included) dining coupon valid in the area. This makes it an excellent value. ※Please refer to the included booklet for a list of available facilities.

Southern Kyoto and Mie Iga Sightseeing and Rail Pass 1 Day Ticket

1 dayFree Cancellation

from $29

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. Escape Tokyo and explore Hakone’s highlights on this private round-trip tour with hotel pickup and drop-off, avoiding the hassle of public transport. Led by an expert guide, enjoy a mix of history, nature, and art. Sip warm amazake at Amazake Chaya, admire the torii gate at Hakone Shrine, and ride the Hakone Ropeway to Ōwakudani to try the famous “black egg” cooked in volcanic steam. Discover Hakone’s art scene at the Open-Air Museum or another top gallery. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers, this all-inclusive tour covers transport, entrance fees, and activities, ensuring a seamless, unforgettable experience.

Hakone Full Day Chartered Private Tour

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $642

Embark on a seamless Kyoto and Nara day tour, exploring Fushimi Inari Shrine, Gion, Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and UNESCO-listed Horyu-ji Temple. Travel in comfort with a private vehicle and driver, eliminating transfer hassles. A professional guide brings history to life, sharing insights as you admire Kyoto’s vermillion torii gates and feed Nara’s friendly deer. No need to worry about planning—admission fees and lunch (excluding beverages) are covered, ensuring a stress-free experience. Perfect for families, couples, groups, and solo travelers, this all-inclusive tour offers convenience and cultural depth. Enjoy flexible itineraries suited for all ages and dietary needs. With hotel pickup and expert guidance, this tour guarantees a day of unforgettable discoveries in Kyoto and Nara.

1-Day Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Trip with a Private Car

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $546

Journey to Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a serene Buddhist village nestled in the mountains, on this exclusive private day tour from Kyoto. With a personal guide, explore ancient temples, witness a traditional Goma fire ritual, and enjoy an exquisite Buddhist vegan lunch known as Shojin Ryori. Delve into the rich history and spiritual significance of Koyasan, founded by the monk Kukai over 1,200 years ago, while gaining insights into esoteric Buddhism through your guide’s commentary. This experience is perfect for those seeking a deeper understanding of Japan's spiritual culture. - 10-hour private tour with knowledgeable local guide - Visit exclusive temples and participate in a Goma fire ceremony - Enjoy a traditional vegan lunch, beautifully presented - Comfortable transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off included

Koyasan Day Trip by Private Car from Kyoto

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $578

Explore the cultural treasures of Kyoto on a day trip from Nagoya, featuring must-see attractions like Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Begin with a 90-minute visit to the iconic shrine, known for its thousands of red torii gates. Savor a premium pork shabu-shabu lunch at the renowned Kyoto Wasabi Arashiyama restaurant, then immerse yourself in the beauty of Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove and the historic Togetsukyo Bridge. Conclude your day with a leisurely 100-minute visit to Kiyomizu-dera and stroll through the charming streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka. - Round-trip bus fare included for a hassle-free journey - Enjoy a delicious pork shabu-shabu lunch at a local restaurant - Explore iconic sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple - English/Chinese-speaking guide to enhance your experience

From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu Shabu Lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $80

Hakata dolls, with a history of over 400 years, are known to every Japanese person. On this tour, you will experience painting one yourself. You will also learn about Yamakasa, a summer festival in Fukuoka with a history of around 300 years. There are two types of floats: the decorative kazari-yamakasa and the carried kaki-yamakasa that race through the streets. Both feature enormous Hakata dolls meticulously crafted by master artisans. The tour includes a visit to Kushida Shrine, the starting point of the kaki-yamakasa and the place where decorative floats are displayed. Surprisingly, Fukuoka’s history is even older than Kyoto’s. Eisai, a Zen monk who first brought tea seeds back from China, founded Japan’s very first Zen temple here in Fukuoka—Shofukuji Temple. The tour also takes you there, where you will enjoy Japanese tea and traditional sweets at a tea café. Immerse yourself fully in the rich culture and history of Fukuoka!"

Private Tour-Experience the traditional culture of Fukuoka!

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5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $112

Nagoya Departure & Return! A Full-Day Bus Tour to Discover the Hidden Charms of Gifu Prefecture!　Start in Gujo Hachiman, the "Water Town." This town's crystal-clear waterways, willow-lined streets, and historic mansions are perfect for peaceful strolls and memorable photo opportunities.Next, travel to Hida Takayama, where well-preserved streets and local shops will make you feel like you've traveled back in time. Savor local cuisine at rustic restaurants and immerse yourself in local culture. The highlight of the tour is Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site known for its snow-covered, gassho-style, thatched-roof houses. Stroll through the village and immerse yourself in its mystical, fairytale-like atmosphere.

Day trip for Gujo, World Heritage Shirakawa-go, and Hida Takayama

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12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $61

Blacksmith was brought to Tsubame and Sanjo area in Niigata prefecture in the early 17th century, started producing Japanese nails called Wakugi. This area now became an artisan metalsmiths town. You can visit some of those factories, artisans welcome you. In this tour, you will visit Knife factory, Tadafusa and coppenwear factory, Gyokusendo. Both has a long history and you can see their work very closely. You can also visit more factory, Museum or shopping spots where you can find the Tsubame Sanjo quality products.

Tsubame Sanjo 6hr Private Factory Tour with Guide & Vehicle

from $731

Enjoy an efficient tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide! This 5 hr walking tour includes 1 hr Batto (Sword) experience with Hakama at HiSUi Tokyo in Ginza. Before your Batto (Sword) experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at HiSUi Tokyo after a 4 hr walking tour. This Batto (Sword) experience allows you to actually cut with real sword! HiSUi Tokyo instructor will demonstrate the trial cutting, then you will have the opportunity to try it if you wish. Your start time for the experience and your experience time may vary. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

Tokyo 5hr Private Guided Tour and Batto (Sword) Experience

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $243

This 6 hr walking tour includes 2hr Temari-Sushi Making experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class . Before your Sushi Making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class after a 4 hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. Estimated time will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. Temari sushi is a type of sushi that is made in the shape of small, colorful balls, resembling the traditional Japanese "temari" (hand-stitched balls). Rice is shaped into a round ball, and then a slice of fish or other toppings, such as shrimp, egg, or vegetables, is delicately placed on top. The result is a beautiful, bite-sized sushi. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Temari Sushi Making Experience

from $245

This 6-hour walking tour includes a 120-minute Kyaraben-making lesson at Kawaii Cooking Studio in Roppongi*. Kyaraben, or "character bento," are boxed lunches decorated to resemble popular fictional characters and other cute things such as animals or plants. In this lesson, you'll have the opportunity to create your own adorable Kyaraben! Making kyaraben is a special experience that can only be done while staying in Japan. Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Kawaii Cooking Studio after a 4-hour walking tour. Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. *If Roppongi Studio is full, we will arrange other studios in Omote-Sando, Ginza, or Yoyogi.

Tokyo 6hr Private Tour & Kawaii Japanese Bento Making Experience

from $241

This 6-hour walking tour includes a 1-hour Taiyaki-making experience at Taiyaki Kobo Guraku. Taiyaki is a popular Japanese street food that is a fried pancake shaped like a seabream (tai). It is traditionally filled with red bean paste but chocolate & custard are popular too. A seabream is a symbol of good luck in Japan. You can learn how to make Taiyaki and grill your own Taiyaki by yourselves! (3 Taiyaki per guest) Before your Taiyaki-making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will sit in the experience with you as an interpreter. Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. You must be more than 6 years old (Children in primary school and above) to participate in Taiyaki baking. Children under 6 years old can observe Taiyaki making and help their guardians for free. *MUST BRING OR WEAR SOCKS as Taiyaki-making experience is held in Tatami room.

Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Taiyaki Making Experience

from $166

This 6 hr walking tour includes 2hr Jiro style ramen cooking experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class. Before your ramen cooking experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class after a 4 hour walking tour. You will be making Jiro Style Ramen! This ramen is famous for a broth that is typically pork-based and very oily, often with a higher fat content than other ramen styles. It’s intensely flavorful and can be a bit heavier compared to other ramen. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. **Minimum number of people required for per booking is 2 people**

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Jiro Style Ramen Cooking

from $255

This 6hr walking tour includes 2hr Gyudon(Beef Bowl) cooking experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class. Before your Gyudon cooking experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class after a 4 hour walking tour. You will learn to make Gyudon! It is a popular Japanese dish consisting of a bowl of rice topped with thinly sliced beef and onions, all simmered in a savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. It’s a comforting, quick meal that's often served with a side of pickles! You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. **Minimum number of people required for per booking is 4 people**

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour and Gyudon Cooking Experience

from $245

This 6hr walking tour includes 45min Origami Experience at Taro's Origami Studio. Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Taro's Origami Studio after a 5 hour walking tour. Start time: The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Tablet Guided Origami Experience

from $156

This 7 hr. walking tour includes 3hr Japanese home style dish cooking experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class. Before your cooking experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class after a 4 hour walking tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. **Minimum number of people required for per booking is 2 people**

Tokyo 7hr Private Guided Tour & Japanese Homemade Cooking Class

7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $284

This 6hr walking tour includes 1 - 1.5 hr calligraphy and origami experience at Nihon Shokyoin in Shinagawa! Writing Japanese characters with brush and ink is truly unforgettable. You can take home your kanji on a scroll and your origami creations as souvenirs! Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will attend the experience with you as an interpreter. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. *MUST BRING OR WEAR SOCKS as Calligraphy & Origami experience involves sitting on the carpeted floor with cushions provided. Tables are also available, though in limited numbers.

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour and Calligraphy & Origami

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from $202

This 6hr walking tour includes a 5 hour guided tour with 1hr foot spa & massage experience at Arashi-yu near Fushimi Inari. Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at foot spa near Fushini Inari temple at the end of you tour. You will indulge yourself with a foot spa in hot water after the tour followed with foot massage by the foot therapist. You will feel refreshed after a long day of sightseeing! You will enjoy 15 minutes foot bath with your selection of foot bath water (flower, green tea, Maccha, and salt) with drink and Japanese sweets followed by a 35 minutes foot massage. Please let your guide know what sites you would like to see after you make your reservation. It takes about 2 hours to see one site including travel time. Note:　Pregnant women should refrain from the foot acupressure massage. The foot acupressure will changed for those that are pregnant.

Kyoto 6hr Private Licensed Guide Tour & Foot Spa Experience

from $220

Spend 5 hours exploring Osaka’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems with a licensed guide, who will share cultural insights and local tips along the way. After the tour, join a one-hour workshop at Matcha Making Osaka, located near lively Dotonbori. Learn the history of matcha, prepare it using traditional tools, and enjoy your own matcha with delicate Japanese sweets. No experience is needed asyour friendly English-speaking staff will guide you. A refreshing way to experience both the energy of Osaka and the mindfulness of Japanese tea culture.

Osaka 6hr Private Guided Tour and Matcha Making Experience

from $135

Your licensed local guide will take you on a 4-hour private sightseeing tour of Osaka, exploring some of the city’s highlights and hidden gems. Along the way, you’ll discover Osaka’s vibrant culture, history, and must-see spots with the insights of a friendly local professional. You can choose 2 to 3 spots to see from the itinerary/what to expect list to craft your tour! After sightseeing, your guide will escort you to the Sushi Making Japan facility in Osaka, where you’ll join a fun and interactive sushi-making class. Learn how to roll sushi, shape rice, and create your own delicious masterpieces with the help of local instructors! At this point, your guide will say farewell, and you’ll continue your experience directly with an English-speaking instructor for an (estimated) 2hr sushi making experience.

Osaka 6hr Private Guided Tour and Sushi Making Experience

from $154

[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour

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Gina_D, Apr 2026

Great tour with awesome guide

Great tour! It was great seeing both villages especially since not many tours will take you Gokayama. Aside from that, the tour guide was great! (Sorry I forgot his name). He's a native of Kanazawa who spoke really good English and shared a lot of interesting information about the areas. He was very pleasant and funny and kept the tour fun despite being solo.

Nikko World Heritage One Day Tour from Tokyo

elisiateese, Apr 2026

Great day trip from Tokyo

Had a lovely experience. The guide, Mai-san was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained with fun facts about Japan, it's history and culture. Just the right amount of walking around considering we only arrived the night before and still very tired and jetlagged. Uchida-San, the driver, was great as well as he navigated through the mountain road with ease. We came the right day as there was a festival on the day so saw some of the procession. The waterfall left a lot to be desired since it's not rainy season but all in all, had a really great day.

Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

Paul_B, Apr 2026

great way to see Hirishima and Muyujima efficiently

This is a great way to see Hirishima and Muyujima efficiently - skipping lines and avoiding the. learning curves. Our guide Tomo was excellent, clear communication, gave us a lot of the history. I would recommend the tour if you have more limited time or just like efficiency ;)

Nikko, Kegon Waterfall & Chuzenji Lake from Tokyo

Yenier_C, Apr 2026

We had an excellent...

We had an excellent experience on our Nikko day tour. From the beginning, everything was very well organized, and the itinerary allowed us to see some of the most beautiful and iconic places in the area, including the shrines, Nikkō Tōshō-gū, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chūzenji. One of the highlights of this tour was our guide, Melody. She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire experience very engaging. The tour being bilingual in English and Spanish was a huge plus for us, since Spanish is our primary language, and it made everything much easier to follow and enjoy. We also want to recognize our driver, Nezu-san, who was very professional and ensured a smooth and comfortable ride throughout the day, especially considering the long distances and mountain roads. Overall, this tour was a perfect combination of organization, education, and comfort. We highly recommend it to anyone visiting Japan, especially Spanish-speaking travelers looking for a more accessible and enjoyable experience.

1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano

Matthew_M, Apr 2026

Absolutely amazing experience

This tour was fantastic value and the staff left an excellent impression on me. The sites we visited were fantastic, the itinerary was clearly laid out, and the staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. They were also knowledgeable not just of the places we went but of Japan/Japanese culture as well, and were super fun to talk to!

From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip

Ilona_G, Apr 2026

Nice day trip. The tour...

Nice day trip. The tour guide communications were clear, we had a group WhatsApp chat so everything was announced there in advance. The bus left on time and we were warned about potential traffic, and still got back at a decent hour. The tour guide was really nice and despite it being a cloudy day, she talked about the view during the drive. We were given enough time during stops for free time. Overall, good day trip despite the weather, and we did get glimpses of mt Fuji.

World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience

Conner_H, Apr 2026

Beautiful Temples and Fun Activities

We loved exploring the temples of Nara and Uji. Really impressive and beautiful architecture. Plus we got to feed some deer and make matcha! Our tour guide, Ciel, was very enthusiastic and taught us all about history, tea, and waku waku. Despite the pouring rain, we had a great time!

From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip

Dawn_T, Feb 2026

Great experience!

We had Kevin as our guide, and he was wonderful! He helped us find the specific meeting spot that morning, was very friendly and engaging, and gave the perfect balance of information and quiet time on the bus. We were lucky that we saw Mt Fuji the entire day. All of the stops were interesting and fun, and I really enjoyed drinking the water from Mt Fuji’s snow. Highly recommend!!

Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Phillip_J, Feb 2026

Unforgettable Tour

UG provides a memorable experience that we will cherish forever. It was a wonderful day trip: informative, inspiring, and engaging. He not only educated us and made sure all details were taken care of but he also was a really fun person with great stories and a great respect for the beautiful island of Miyajima. Cannot recommend enough!

Tokyo Highlights Private Custom Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver

Sharon_H, Jan 2026

Our Day In Kochi

Mihoko was a delight from the beginning, she was easy to communicate with while making our plans for the tour. She was prompt meeting us and was a wonderful guide because she was very knowledgeable about Kochi. She was accommodating when we kept changing our plans. We were a group of six people and we all give her 5 stars. Thank you Mihoko for a great day.

[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go/Takayama tour platinum route bus tour

Raymond_S, Jan 2026

Great day trip from Kanazawa

Shirakawago and Takayama combined in a single tour from Kanazawa. 2 hours to spend in each location, with short hour long bus rides between all the locations. The tour guide and company are highly professional, and local. Not a foreigner. Lunch was delicious. Had a great time.

Ancient Capital Tour: Kyoto and Nara Highlights from Kyoto/Osaka

Kit_L, Dec 2025

Wonderful experience!

Great experience!!! Maki is very knowledgeable, if you are someone who wants to learn about the historical background and the Japanese culture of the tourist sites, please do not hesitate and join the Limon tours! It makes such an exceptional experience and had all the wonderful tips from Maki! I really enjoyed the tour and would definitely recommend this to anyone else!