Top Japan Walking Tours - page 3

Discover the city of Takayama your own way by booking this private and personalized tour. Enjoy the flexibility of creating your own customized itinerary to ensure that you only spend time visiting places that you are interested in, such as Sanmachi Suji and Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market. As you explore the city, your private guide will fill you in on all the city's fascinating history and culture.

Discover both the traditional and modern sides of the ancient Japanese city of Nara. This private tour allows you customize your itinerary to your own interests. Soak in the history and culture of this 8th-century capital of Japan. Select which places you want to see, from Nara Park (inhabited by deer) and Mt. Wakakusa to Todai-ji Temple with its Giant Buddha and the Nara National Museum.

Experience the Tokyo nightlife just like a local. This small-group experience takes you on a tour of the Shinjuku district's many *izakayas*, informal Japanese watering holes. You'll enjoy a range of classic Japanese dishes at several different izakayas in Golden Gai and Shinjuku, accompanied by drinks, and experience Shinjuku at its most atmospheric: after dark.

See and do exactly what you want on this private and customizable half-day walking tour of Osaka. Your local guide will aim to show you a range of historic and modern sites in Japan’s second-largest city. Choose to visit highlights including Osaka Castle, the Umeda Sky Building, the Dotombori District, and more. Your guide will meet you at your hotel so you won’t have to worry about finding them.

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.

Don’t worry about spending hours researching and planning your Fukuoka itinerary—hire a private guide for the day instead. This means you can get in-depth insights into Japanese culture that you wouldn’t hear otherwise, and there’s no need to worry about getting lost. Best of all, as it's a private tour, you can pick your favorite stops from a list, to ensure the trip only visits places you’re interested in.

Discover the best of Tokyo—and enjoy a customized experience that’s tailored to your preferences and schedule—on this private tour. Pick a meeting point and tour duration that work best for you, opt to travel on foot or by car, and set off with just your local guide for company. From there, the experience is up to you: Visit major city temples and monuments, explore museums, drop by hip ramen restaurants, and more.

Get a local's perspective on Hiroshima's surprisingly lively nightlife on this bar-hopping tour. Stroll through the streets with a guide and dip in and out of local "izakayas" and other bars and enjoy drinks and conversation.

Shinjuku is a foodie’s paradise, but knowing the best spots to eat requires a lot of research. If you want to save time browsing reviews, and make the most of your vacation, then this food tour is a great shout. A guide takes you to four eateries, where you can try 13 dishes—all of which are included for a hassle-free experience.

Tsukiji Market is a must visit during any trip to Tokyo, but the area can be overwhelming to navigate on your own. See the vibrant fish market and its surrounding area with a guide who knows their way around and can take you to some of the best food stalls while you learn about the area’s history.

First-time visitors to Tokyo who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private walking tour that utilizes the public transport system. Experience both modern and ancient Tokyo at attractions like the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, and more. Foodies will be kept satisfied with lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and shopaholics will love Asakusa. Select the "customizable tour" option and contact your guide two weeks in advance to create a fully personalized itinerary.

Experience Tokyo's nightlife and club scene on this multi-venue pub crawl, and visit locations you'd miss if venturing out alone. With discounted drinks, a welcome shot at each bar, plus free entry, it's a great way to hit the town without breaking the bank. Plus, it's a great way to meet like minded travelers without resorting to the usual tourist haunts.

You’re traveling in Tokyo, and you want to try authentic ramen – but you’re overwhelmed by the choices. Join Tokyo’s first-ever ramen tasting tour, and sample up to 6 mini-bowls of different types of ramen at 3 award-winning ramen shops. Learn about the unique flavors of ramen, from spicy fish to savory pork, and learn about its history and how to eat it like a local.

The capital of Japan can be overwhelming on your first visit but this customized tour takes the guesswork out of sightseeing. Choose how long you want your tour to last and the sights that interest you most, then let your private tour guide create the perfect itinerary. Using Tokyo's public transport system, your guide takes you to each location for guided tours.

Discover Tokyo at your own pace on this half- or full-day customizable private tour. Design a tour that suits your interests, whether that includes the Tsukiji Fish Market, temples, shrines, shopping, or food and sake experiences. Your private tour includes hotel transfers, lunch (full-day only), and travel by private vehicle or public transport to suit your needs, with convenient hotel drop-off after the tour.

Experience Tokyo at its most atmospheric and create amazing "Blade Runner"-esque photographs on this small-group nighttime photography tour. Wander down hidden alleyways where neon spills across the ground, dip into the most obscure corners of frenetic nightlife districts, and cross the world-famous Shibuya Crossing. Your photographer guide will shoot you along the way and later send 20 edited photographs.

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms, and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Spend half a day exploring beautiful Miyajima Island while learning all about its cultural and historic significance from your private guide. Reach the island on the ferry and enjoy the views of red-gated Itsukushima Shrine as you approach land. Visit the beloved shrine, and you can choose to visit other attractions on the island according to your interests.

Escape the bustle of Tokyo and enjoy a tranquil experience in nature on this small-group guided tour of Meiji Shrine. Follow your guide past Meiji Jingu Nino Torii, walk along a peaceful forest path, stroll through the imperial garden, and pay your respects at the shrine. Along the way, learn about Shintoism and the Japanese Imperial system.

This is a guided walking tour covering all must-sees of Nara Park area. Instead of looking down at your smartphones or guidebooks for information, look up and around to enjoy the city. Our guide is sure to tell you history, picture spots, about deer and so on. The tour usually ends around 1 pm; you have enough time to explore the city on your own afterwards. *This tour is not a private tour. This is a group tour with other guests. *The tour starts punctually. As this is a group tour, we do not wait for those who cannot or does not appear on time at the meeting spot. If you arrive late, unfortunately you cannot join the tour.

See two of the top attractions near Nagano on this full-day excursion. Explore the tranquil grounds of the 1400-year-old Zenko-ji Temple, one of Japan's most important temples. Enjoy a guided sake tasting at a nearby brewery and a hearty lunch at a local restaurant. Then, head to the Snow Monkey Park, located down a beautiful forest trail, to witness a group of local macaques known for their willingness to live in the snow and bathe in the local hot springs.

Learn all about Japanese anime art and even learn how to draw it yourself on this informative and fun tour of an anime studio in Suginami, Tokyo. Go behind-the-scenes of Japan’s anime and manga industry, first visiting an anime museum to learn about the history and production process. Then, visit a functioning studio and participate in an anime workshop to learn about the drawing style and try it yourself.

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.

Foodies and seafood lovers won’t want to miss this tour to one of the most famous markets in the world: Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market. See where tons of fish and seafood are traded every day, and get the chance to try some seriously fresh seafood at the stalls around the market. This tour also includes an added cultural element: as well as a trading area, Tsukiji is home to some important Japanese shrines. Learn more about various aspects of Japanese culture on this multifaceted trip.