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Sample seven different types of Japanese street foods unique to Kamakura on this hidden street food tour. Eat dishes unique to Kamakura like traditional Zen Buddhist vegetable soup from a 773 year old temple, fluffy Japanese Red Bean Pancakes (dorayaki) with matcha, walnut confections from a legendary bakery, and grilled chicken skewers (yakitori) from a local market. Meet me at the starting point in Kita-Kamakura. We will walk towards central Kamakura, traveling through hidden side streets and quieter local areas rarely visited by tourists. Along the way, eat to your heart's content while hearing stories about Kamakura’s history, daily life, and food culture. We'll end your tour in the heart of Kamakura. I will give you a list of my favorite activities and restaurants for the rest of the day in Japan's samurai capital.

Escape the city and explore Tokyo's nearby mountains on this small-group, private hiking tour with a local guide. Enjoy seasonal mountain scenery while trekking, refuel with local food, and finish the day unwinding at a natural hot spring (onsen). Your guide is a local outdoor enthusiast who regularly hikes the mountains around Tokyo, including Mt. Takao and Okutama, and has summited Mt. Fuji multiple times. The tour is guided in English, with a friendly, conversational style (feel free to speak slowly to help communication). Choose the course that fits your fitness level The Mt. Takao course is great for beginners and families, while the Okutama Lake course is for those seeking a more immersive, off-the-beaten-path nature experience. We can adjust the course on the day depending on your condition and preference. Note: this tour is designed for all participants to join the hike together. We're unable to accommodate companions who wish to skip the hike and join only the onsen.

Experience the breathtaking Nachi Falls and the spiritual sanctuary of Mt. Koya on a premium private day tour through the sacred Kumano region of Wakayama. Your journey begins with a seamless visit to the historic Wakayama Castle before heading up into the mountains. From there, venture onto hidden forest trails leading to the spectacular waterfall and ancient shrines. During the journey, an expert local insider will share captivating stories about the area’s rich history and deep spirituality, ensuring a highly personalized and comfortable experience. For lunch, experience a unique and authentic *shokubo* (temple lodging) meal at Mount Koya, where you can savor traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine (self-pay). This tour is perfect for travelers seeking an exclusive, off-the-beaten-path adventure in Japan. Tour Highlights Discover mystical Wakayama trails & Nachi Falls Visit sacred UNESCO sites: Seiganto-ji & Kumano Nachi Taisha Travel in a private AC vehicle with an English expert

Explore the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go on this private 6-hour tour from Kanazawa. Accompanied by an expert guide, wander through the village renowned for its iconic Gassho-zukuri farmhouses. Savor a delicious lunch featuring Hida beef grilled with hooba miso in an authentic farmhouse setting. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Japan's cultural heritage and stunning countryside views, making it ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking an immersive experience. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and a private vehicle for a comfortable journey. - Private tour with a dedicated English-speaking guide - Scenic drive through the picturesque Hokuriku countryside - Enjoy a local lunch featuring traditional dishes - Visit iconic sites like Wada House and Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine

"MagicalTrip's Exclusive Collaboration tour created in partnership with Rakugo Master /Broadway performer Katsura Sunshine. Sample classic Edo street foods as you stroll through Nakamise Street. Discover Senso-ji temple etiquette and explore Asakusa’s rich collection of traditional shops and cultural spots. Rakugo Comic Storytelling in English by Canadian Katsura Sunshine who performs Rakugo in New York on Broadway once a month Gain an understanding of Edo-period daily life—enhancing your appreciation of the humor and storytelling in Rakugo."

In 2024, ""Traditional Sake Brewing"" in Japan was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. This recognition honors unique brewing techniques using koji mold and the rich culture surrounding them. Otaru’s Tanaka Sake Brewery, home to the historic ""Kikkogura"" building, is a rare establishment where visitors can observe sake brewing year-round. On this special tour, you will step behind the scenes into areas normally off-limits to experience traditional brewing firsthand. You will observe the meticulous work of the Toji (master brewer) and the process up close, witnessing the skill and passion behind the craft. Through expert explanations of ingredients and methods, you will gain a deeper understanding of the art of sake. The tour concludes with tasting freshly brewed sake. Savor the aromas and flavors as you appreciate the allure of brewing. Create unforgettable memories with this experience where living Japanese tradition and culture come alive.

This approx. 1.5-hour trekking tour takes you to the Shukutsu area on Otaru’s northern tip to experience its dynamic terrain and history. While the course has some elevation changes, it is beginner-friendly and easy to walk. Highlights include Akaiwa, a reddish-brown rock formed by ancient submarine volcanoes, and breathtaking views of the Sea of Japan from cliffs carved by waves. You will tour scenic spots where you can feel the breath of the Earth, looking down upon a harbor sheltered by breakwaters. Next, we visit the Herring Mansion (Nishin Goten), a symbol of the prosperity this area once enjoyed. Through magnificent architecture built by fishery masters, you will feel the energy of those who lived by the northern seas. To conclude, we head to a local seafood diner unique to this port town. Savor the bounty of Hokkaido’s seas, nurtured by the Tsushima Warm Current. We invite you to a special experience where you can appreciate the charms of Otaru with your eyes, feet, and palate.

In the heart of Sapporo’s vibrant Nijo Market, you can choose fresh ingredients and watch them transformed into exquisite dishes by a skilled French chef—a unique market-to-table experience unlike any other. Explore the lively market, discover Hokkaido’s seasonal ingredients, and interact with local vendors while fully engaging all your senses. The moment your selected ingredients become beautiful dishes is one of the tour’s most memorable and inspiring highlights. This is more than sightseeing or dining. Participants enjoy the thrill of discovery, the joy of selecting ingredients, and the chef’s artistry—all combined into a special culinary adventure. Experience Hokkaido’s flavors with all your senses and create unforgettable, lasting memories. ・Select your own fresh ingredients and watch them become exquisite dishes ・Savor the chef’s artistry with all your senses ・Experience the lively market and interact with local vendors ・A participatory culinary adventure you’ll never forget

Taste Osaka in Tenma with a local expert as you try sizzling takoyaki, fresh taiyaki and daily surprise bites while exploring Japan’s longest arcade, tiny food stalls and Osaka Tenmangu Shrine •Taste 6 Osaka classics like sizzling takoyaki and fresh taiyak • Experience the vibrant Tenma, the birthplace of Osaka’s renowned food culture • Enjoy a peaceful escape at the tranquil Osaka Tenmangu Shrine amid the city buzz • Explore Tenjinbashi-suji, Japan’s longest shopping arcade • Join a 2.5-hour guided experience in a small group of max eight guests

This 7-day mini group tour invites travelers to explore Japan's cultural and natural wonders, including iconic cities and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in Tokyo with visits to Tsukiji Outer Market, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Senso-ji Temple. Experience the grandeur of Mt. Fuji with a cruise on Lake Ashi and a ride on the Hakone Ropeway. In Kyoto, admire the Golden Pavilion and the historic streets of Gion. Encounter friendly deer in Nara and explore Osaka's vibrant Dotonbori district. With comfortable accommodations and expert English-speaking guides, immerse yourself in the beauty of Japan's heritage and hospitality.

Follow our guide, you will visit Tokyo’s top attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto and Osaka, get up close with the adorable deer at Nara Park & Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and admire the unique Gassho-zukuri house design at Shirakawa-go Village. Last but not least, you can appreciate Hakone’s diverse scenery and watch Mt. Fuji from the ropeway and cruise ship.

Choose your own Tokyo adventure! Choose not only the neighborhoods you'd like to visit but also the food you'd like to eat! We're happy to tailor the tour to your needs or you can simply leave it to us. Whether you're wanting to visit Tokyo's most famous sightseeing spots or explore its hidden gems, we'll make sure you're taken care of. The same goes for food, whether you're craving piping hot miso ramen or light delicate and delicate soba.

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!"

Immerse yourself in the lively nightlife of Kyoto with the ultimate pub crawl experience. Begin your adventure at the first bar with unlimited free drinks, making it easy to mingle with fellow travelers and locals. Explore 2 of Kyoto's top bars, taking advantage of exclusive discounts on drinks while enjoying karaoke and dancing. Conclude your night with free entry to one of the city's best nightclubs, where you can party until the early hours. This pub crawl is perfect for solo travelers and groups alike, offering a fun and social atmosphere to make unforgettable memories. - Unlimited free drinks at the first bar to kick off the night - Visit 2 of Kyoto's popular bars with exclusive discounts - Free entry to a top nightclub, including a complimentary drink - Ideal for solo travelers and those looking to connect with others

This product comes with a private vehicle that is accessible for wheelchair users. Nestled in the mountains, Hakone is a place of natural and artistic wonders. Visit Owakudani to see the ever-rising sulfurous gasses from the active volcano that provides heat to the many hot springs nearby. Try the area’s famous black-boiled eggs. Ride the ropeway down the mountain to Lake Ashinoko for a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. If you are an art fan, try visiting one of the many art museums in Hakone. Note: Travel time between Tokyo and Hakone is about 70 min.

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.

This 5 hour walking tour includes 1 hour tea ceremony experience with Kimono at HiSUi TOKYO in Ginza. Before your tea ceremony experience, you will go on a 4 hr walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will participate in tea ceremony experience with you as a translator. Entering the tea room through the Nijiriguchi(small, square entrance to the tea room), you will receive a lecture in the tea room and the correct manner to enjoy Japanese sweets and green tea! 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. The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. Experience time: Your experience time may vary.

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**

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.

This private 6 hour tour of Kyoto with a guide is the best way to see the top 4 sights of this ancient city! Your guide can meet you at your Hotel or at Kyoto station. From there, you will do on to visit 4 major sights of Kyoto with a stop for lunch. Please speak with your guide about your preferences for lunch. This tour will use public transport & walking for transportation modes. Due to traffic & crowding, you may have less time at certain sites.

This 4hr private customized walking tour includes a 2hr Geisha (Geigi) performance and dinner experience! Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa with your English-speaking guide, who will efficiently show you the city, such as Kenrokuen Garden—one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens—Higashi Chaya District, a teahouse area from the Edo period. After the walk, enjoy a rare Geisha experience—typically not open to first-time visitors—in a private setting at a historic machiya. Watch elegant traditional dance and join in ozashiki games. Then savor a beautifully prepared Shokado bento dinner from a long-established ryotei (traditional Japanese fine dining restaurant). Choose 2-3 spots from the list in the tour information to create your itinerary and inform your guide post booking. Note*1:Children age 6 and under are free. Dinner not included, but you may bring food. Note*2:Minimum charge is for two adults, so if your group has one adult and one child, please count the child as an adult.

Experience the spirit of Toba on a relaxed 6-hour journey blending ocean culture, sacred scenery, and traditional town life. Surrounded by Mie’s beautiful coastline, Toba has long been shaped by its deep connection to the sea. On this walking tour, explore the town’s maritime heritage, learn the story of Japan’s cultured pearls, and discover the traditions of the remarkable Ama female divers who have free-dived for centuries. Stroll along the harbor, enjoy scenic coastal views, and visit places that reflect both innovation and tradition — from the birthplace of pearl cultivation to museums preserving fishing community life. The journey continues to the sacred shoreline near Meoto Iwa, where two rocks joined by a rope symbolize harmony and good fortune. Nearby, wander through the nostalgic streets of Okage Yokocho, lined with traditional architecture and local flavors. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic seaside culture at a comfortable pace, entirely on foot.

Discover the authentic flavors of Fukuoka on this private food tour led by a government-licensed English-speaking guide. Savor iconic Hakata ramen and hearty motsunabe (offal hot pot) while exploring the vibrant local food scene. Enjoy a fully personalized experience tailored to your interests and pace.

This private tour is the ideal way to discover Nikko's UNESCO World Heritage treasures and breathtaking mountain scenery, traveling in a private vehicle with a government-licensed local guide. Nestled in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture, Nikko has been a sacred center of Shinto and Buddhist worship for over 1,200 years. Marvel at the lavishly carved and gilded Tosho-gu Shrine, the mausoleum of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, and wander among towering ancient cedars at Rinno-ji Temple and Futarasan Shrine. Pause at the iconic vermilion Shinkyo Bridge before driving up the dramatic hairpin curves of the Irohazaka road, where the 97-meter Kegon Falls plunges beside the serene, mountain-ringed Lake Chuzenji. With a private vehicle and dedicated guide, you can comfortably reach scattered sights that are hard to reach by public transport, and customize the day to your interests and pace. This flexible Nikko tour offers an unforgettable journey through one of Japan's most beautiful regions.