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Nikko is known for its spectacular nature and UNESCO World Heritage–listed shrine complex, but narrowing down a shortlist of sights can take a lot of planning. Save time and let a guide plan your day instead. Simply meet at Nikko Station and embark on your private tour of 3–4 attractions, customizable to your interests. Possible spots include Nikko National Park, Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, and Tosho-gu Shrine.

Experience Osaka like never before on a private, fully personalized walking tour with a passionate local host. From vibrant districts to serene shrines, uncover hidden gems, rich history, and dynamic culture—all tailored to your interests. Enjoy immersive stories, cultural insights, and spontaneous discoveries that reveal the city's true essence, making for an unforgettable adventure beyond the guidebooks.

Dive into Fukuoka with a private, tailor-made walking tour that adapts to your interests and energy. From the rich history of the Fukuoka Castle Ruins to the bustling charm of Nakasu’s yatai food stalls, your guide will craft the perfect itinerary based on your preferences. With insider knowledge, a pre-tour survey, and an open line of communication, this adventure ensures an authentic and unforgettable experience through Fukuoka’s vibrant streets.

Combine the cultural delights and delectable bites of Tokyo on this food-focused evening walking tour. Delve into the culinary scene of the city by visiting several bars and restaurants popular with locals. Sample traditional snacks, from grilled skewers to sake, with your local guide on hand to translate menus and interpret. Deepen your knowledge of Japanese cuisine and enjoy a fun evening out in Tokyo.

Enjoy a private, full-day walking tour of Shizuoka/Shimizu with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. From the striking views of Mt. Fuji, to the history of the Old Tokaido Road, Shizuoka offers abundant nature and unique cultural experiences. Visit the castle of Japan's most famous shogun, take a ride on a steam locomotive, and/or enjoy the views of Mt. Fuji. Share your interests and your guide will customize a tour specifically for you.

Don’t waste your precious Tokyo vacation time visiting attractions that don’t interest you. Instead, create an itinerary packed with attractions aligned with your passions on a private, custom walking tour with a local who knows Japan’s capital best. Wander at your own pace rather than rushing and focus on the finer details that you might miss if taking the metro.

Explore Nagasaki your own way on this private walking tour that is fully customized to your interests and preferences. You can 3-4 sites to visit from a long list of attractions. As you discover Nagasaki, your guide will fill you in on the fascinating history of this Japanese city that is best-known for suffering a nuclear attack during World War II.

Explore the Yanaka Ginza area of Tokyo on a walking tour led by an engaging local guide. See places in this old town part of Tokyo that most visitors miss, and get a feel for daily life in the quieter districts of Tokyo. Sample some Japanese street food, learn about Japanese culture, and discover the district's traditions with the benefit of this small-group tour.

Tour two of Japan’s most famous markets in one tour today, Toyosu and Tsukiji, all with a licensed guide who knows their stuff. You’ll experience food culture like a local does, buying and sampling the freshest fish in the country. Your guide will help you navigate the market, which can be daunting if you’re on your own.

Explore some of Nagoya’s top sites through the eyes of a local on this guided tour. Visit Nagoya Castle, the Oasis 21 tower, try some of Nagoya’s local food (at your own expense), the Nagoya downtown shopping area, and the Osu Kannon Arcade and Temple. Learn all about the history of samurai with the chance to meet a samurai or a ninja!

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this sake-tasting session with a sake expert from the international sake sommelier team in Tokyo. Learn about different varieties of this traditional Japanese drink and the kinds of foods that pair well with it. Sample at least six different kinds of sake along with specially chosen snacks to complement them. Enjoy the experience with old friends and new, and leave with newfound knowledge to use and share.

Discover two of Japan’s most spectacular sights on a captivating tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the impressive monuments of Miyajima Island, famed for its sacred Itsukushima Jinja Shrine, whose red tori gate appears to be protruding from the sea during high tide. Continue onto the Hiroshima Peace memorial Park, a moving expanse dedicated to promoting peace around the globe.

If you are new to the city and don't speak Japanese, finding Tokyo's best bars (with the signs written in kanji) can be tricky. This small-group guided nighttime tour of Shibuya takes you to multiple izakaya-style bars that you'd be unlikely to find alone. Enjoy multiple handpicked drinks—including all-you-can-drink at one venue—and local dishes along the way, which equate to a full meal, while you soak up the local atmosphere.

This bike tour is an excellent choice for first-time visitors to Hiroshima. Get your bearings in the city, learn about its history, and discover backstreet areas that only locals know about. The tour helps you cover more ground than a walking tour and see many top sights in a day, such as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkei-en Garden.

This is the ideal pick for first-time visitors to Tokyo. Avoid the tourist traps and benefit from having a guide to take you to secret places that locals love in Ueno. Visit exciting local haunts that you likely wouldn’t find alone such as a standing bar, and a tavern, where you can try local specialties such as sashimi, skewered meat, and grilled fish, as well as Japanese alcoholic drinks.

Discover the history of Osaka Castle on a guided walking tour. Learn about the castle’s military design, explore the tower, and see the largest stone in the castle. [Highlights] ・Skip the line ・City view from the top of the castle ・The castle’s military design and defenses ・The largest stone in the castle and learn how it was transported

Don’t get lost in the labyrinth of the Tsukiji Outer Market. Book this tour where your local guide will tell you where to go, keep you out of the way of the busy working market, and also provide some tasty samples of the freshest catches in Tokyo. This is an intimate small group experience, so you can easily navigate the market with the help of your guide.

Get to know Tokyo’s nightlife areas better without the risk of getting lost or straying into unpleasant places by going with a guide. On this small-group walking tour you’ll stroll around Shinjuku, Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho, and the LGBTQI+ district that’s often called Gay Town. Learn more about the area’s culture and subculture from your guide, and admire the sight of hundreds of neon signs after dark.

Learn about Japanese cuisine in an immersive fashion when you combine a walking tour of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market and cooking class. Shop for the freshest ingredients in the labyrinthine aisles of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market. Then head to class, where you’ll learn how to prepare—and get the chance to eat—a range of traditional Japanese items.

Osaka, known as “Japan’s Kitchen,” is famous for its street food and regional dishes. Sample many of these local specialties in one evening on this authentic food tour in the often overlooked area of Shinsekai. You’ll get to try 15 dishes at 5 different establishments, with two drinks included. Weave through arcades and side alleys filled with locals as you visit these different restaurants.

Get an inside look into Japan’s ancient, traditional national sport: sumo wrestling. Travelers can find it hard to gain access to the wrestlers’ stables without local help. On this morning training tour you’ll see the athletes practicing, close up. Enjoy this exclusive insight into Japanese culture and history through this fascinating sport.

Kyoto is famous for its “geisha” culture, and this experience offers a rare chance to watch a real “maiko” (apprentice “geisha”) perform up close. Sightings like this are increasingly uncommon, making it an experience many travelers miss. During the show, enjoy traditional dances, take part in a question-and-answer session, and play a classic Japanese game too.

Discover the secret backstreets of Tokyo and hidden places you might miss otherwise with this private night walking tour of Shinjuku. Having a guide to lead the way means you don’t have to follow a map or worry about getting lost. Instead, enjoy learning about some of Shinjuku’s best-kept secrets and get tips on the most interesting places to eat and drink.

Sumo tournaments only happen a few times a year in Tokyo, so it can be disappointing if your vacation doesn’t align with match dates. This extra-special sumo experience lets you go behind the scenes and see wrestlers at their morning practice, for the inside scoop on a real training session. There's ample opportunity to take photos with the wrestlers afterward, too.