Top Japan Shore Excursions - page 35

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hachinohe city! Well-known for having some of the best seafood in Japan, this quaint destination is also a bustling area of activity due to its popular morning markets. Many prefer to spend the day by checking out the morning markets early on for great deals and delicious fare before heading off to many of the scenic destinations Hachinohe has to offer to relax, unwind, and enjoy the natural scenery that Japan is so famous for. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

Enjoy an efficient, two-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a same government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide! Tokyo is full of hustle, bustle, and sights to see! But the maze of the metro system can tire some and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. At Japan Guide Agency, we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle! Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day would not enough. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy two full days in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour for each day that's best for you! Note: Maximum 15 participants per tour. If you are travelling with children ages 0-6, please inform us when you make the reservation. No more than 2 car seats available for each vehicle.

See Tokyo's most popular spots with this tour! Experience the best of Tokyo with your 6hr Private Tour with Vehicle, perfect for first-time visitors! You'll explore iconic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods while immersing yourself in the city's unique blend of modern and traditional culture. With an experienced private guide, you'll make the most of your time in this dynamic Japanese capital, discovering its rich history and stunning sights with ease. Note*1: This tour is a fixed itinerary tour, cannot be customized. Note*2: Please speak with your guide to decide your Lunch location. If you would like to skip the lunch break, please let your guide know in advance. Lunch fee is not included for the guests. Note*3: Sight order may change based on the guide’s advice. Note*4: If the tour starts late, some sites may be skipped. Extra time will incur an extension fee.

Arriving or staying in Osaka but want to visit Kyoto? This driving tour from Osaka to Kyoto is for you! Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Discovering around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book this tour! Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you! ・Note: This tour is for independent travelers that need private transportation only. This tour does not come with a guide and you will not be able to ask for recommendations from your driver or Japan Guide Agency.

Combine walking tours with a sightseeing water taxi experience—all with the help of a guide to show you Tokyo from plenty of different perspectives. This is a private experience, which means when the boat stops, you enjoy your choice of beach strolling, shopping, and more. And with stress-free hotel pickup included, all the logistics are handled for you so you can relax.

Kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan! On this tour, you can experience wearing a Kimono. You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including hair-set for women). After getting dressed, you can head out on your tour wearing the kimono. Bring your own camera! Your tour will be of 2 to 3 sights that you decide on with your guide from the itinerary list. Sizes: Kimonos are sizes S to 3L. If you cannot find a perfect fit Kimono, the professional staff can dress you in the Kimono as best as they can. For the men's kimono, lengths more than 190cm will incur an additional cost of 3300 JPY. Please pay the additional fee directly to the kimono shop staff. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 1 hour from the tour start. Kimono returning: Please make sure to return it by 5pm.

This 6 hour Tokyo walking tour includes a 30minute rickshaw ride in historical and modern Asakusa! Rickshaws were invented in Japan in the late 19th century and were once a popular form of transport. Riding on a traditional Japanese Rickshaw with scenic views and a friendly driver is one of the most popular activities in Tokyo! Your tour will also include a walking tour with one of our guides. You will be able to visit about 2 to 3 sights of your choice on this tour. Please see itinerary for possible sights. Riding time: 30 minutes. Area and route: Within Asakusa Number of riders per rickshaw: 2 people. A group of 3 or more will be split into separate rickshaws. Your guide will drop you off at Jidaiya after a 5-hour walking tour. Start time: 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. Note: Infants who cannot hold up their own heads and pregnant women are not allowed to ride on a rickshaw.

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.

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.

The kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan! On this 6-hour walking tour, you can experience wearing a Kimono. You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including a simple hair set for women). Afterward, you can walk around Kanazawa and take photos. Please bring your camera! Kanazawa is well known for its sophisticated food and tea culture. The secret of the popularity of Kanazawa's cuisine is that it is not just about its taste, but is packed with many Japanese elements such as the spirit of hospitality, the beauty of tea utensils, and traditional methods.

This Tokyo walking tour includes a Japanese traditional performance that you can enjoy as you partake in a Kaiseki dinner of 8 courses at the restaurant, Suigian! *Guided walking tour is 4hrs and spend 2hrs (It can vary) at Suigian Suigian has a Noh stage that can be said to be a symbol of the restaurant and hosts a Japanese traditional performing arts live show every day. Kaiseki is a traditional Japanese meal made of many dishes. It uses seasonal ingredients with simple seasonings, arranged with care. The light seasoning ensures that the best part of each seasonal ingredient can be flavored. The elegant tableware is chosen to match each dish and season. It’s wabi-sabi on the table! Dinner course includes: appetizer 2 meals of assorted seasonal food soup grilled dish(beef) seasoned rice desserts, green tea and Japanese traditional sweets You can enjoy great Japanese traditions and dinner in this tour! * Your guide will leave after she/he take you to Suigian(Kaiseki restaurant)

Make the most of limited time in Tokyo with this private tour that combines sightseeing and culture. Choose your favorite landmarks from a curated list in order to have a bespoke tour that’s tailored to your needs. Then later, learn about Japan’s legendary warriors with a visit to the Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo.

This 5 hr walking tour includes 1 hr to 1.5 hr calligraphy experience with Kimono fitting at HiSUi TOKYO in Ginza. Before your calligraphy experience, you will go on a 4 hour walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at HiSUi TOKYO after a 4 hour walking tour. You will have the opportunity to write your name on a small scroll and seal with a signature 'rakkan' stamp in your calligraphy experience. After creating your own piece of art, you can take it back to home as a unique souvenir! 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. It will be about 1 hr to 1.5 hr.

Make the most of your last hours in Tokyo with a private guided tour and convenient hotel pickup. Customize your itinerary to visit 3-4 sites of your choice, then relax with a direct drop off at Narita Airport. Enjoy the comfort of a private vehicle and the narration of a licensed English-speaking guide for a seamless end to your trip.

This 6-hour walking tour includes 60 min Wadaiko Japanese drumming lesson at TAIKO-LAB Akihabara or Aoyama. Before your Japanese drumming lesson, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! You can customize your tour itinerary after your reservation is made. guide will drop you off at TAIKO-LAB after a 5 hour walking tour. The experience time is about 60 min. Taiko LAB Akihabra offers Japanese Drumming Lessons for visitors to Japan who would like to experience this side of Japanese culture. It is a one-hour lesson that is easy for those of all levels to join. There is no age limit for the lesson: anyone aged 3 and above can participate in the experience. ※After your guide brings you to Taiko LAB Akihabara, they will leave. Start time: your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the tour start. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

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 7 hr walking tour includes 3hr Sushi roll making experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class. Before your Sushi roll 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. In Japan, sushi roll is eaten often on special occasions such as celebrations and festivals. It is a Japanese hospitality dish served beautifully. You will learn how to make it in your experience and also learn recipes for miso soup and chawanmushi (savory steamed egg custard)! You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by discussing 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**

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.

This 5 hr private customized walking tour includes 1 hr Fake food sample making experience at Yamato Sample Workshop. Fake food samples called are an important part of Japanese dining culture! You can make either a cute Ice cream sundae or Japanese ramen. Before your Fake food sample making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will attend the experience with you as a translator after the tour. Start time: 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 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. Note*1: Only for those 8 yrs and older can join the Fake Food Samples making experience. Note*2: This is a walking tour only. No private vehicle for drop off, pick up, or transportation.

This 6hr walking tour includes 2hr Inari sushi making experience at Patia's Japanese Cooking Class. Before your Inari 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. In Inari sushi making experience, you will learn how to make inari sushi, a traditional Japanese dish. Inari sushi is fried tofu skin which is cooked in sweet dashi stuffed with vinegar rice. It has been eaten since the Edo period (about 400 years ago)! 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 5 hr walking tour will also hold a 1 hr Pottery making experience at Shirokane Ceramic Art School for 6hrs of fun! You can make your pottery by either “Wheel Throwing” or “Hand Building”. Before your Pottery making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Start time: The estimated time for the pottery will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. Note*1: Kiln firing fee and shipping fee are not included. Please pay directly to the school on the day. (Work burning fee depends on volume: Cups 1000yen, small bowls 2,000yen, Large bowls, plates 3,000yen~） Note*2: Pieces are ready ～3 weeks after the class. If you wish have your pieces faster, an express plan is available for additional costs. Note*3: Pottery Making Experience is a group session with a maximum of 8 persons. Note*4: Only for age 4 yrs or above can join the Pottery Making Experience. Note*5: Experience time may take more than an hour. Please book this tour with enough time to spare.

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**

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 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**