Top Activities on the Ground in Japan - page 2

We have a multitude of different routes with different levels of fitness and distance depending on your preferences. We are happy to discuss the details to suit your needs and experience. There are many routes to choose from Including- Jozankei Tengu-dake. Distance: Approximately 9.2 kilometers. Highest Point: The summit of Jozankei Tengu-dake at 1145 meters. Difficulty- 7/10. Sapporo-dake: Views from the summit, enjoy vistas across Sapporo City, Mount Yotei, Muine-yama, and Jozankei-tengu. Diff-5/10. Soranuma-dake is a great option for a day hike, offering beautiful, forested trails and serene lake views. Diff-3/10. Tiene-dake:Location: Tiene-dake is west of Sapporo City with sweeping views of The Sea of Japan. Diff-5/10. Muine-yama-dake: A steady hike via a hut and small lakes. Diff-5/10. Contact us for more routes and details. Lunch will be provided. After the hike, we will travel to a local onsen to relax and enjoy. Return to meeting point by private van.

Sakurajima is one of the few active volcanoes you can ride up, and this small-group e-bike tour climbs its lava fields to the Yunohira Observatory at the volcano's highest accessible point. Follow a route shaped by the 1914 eruption, hearing how the fallout changed life on the island, and take in Kinko Bay and the mountains ringing Kagoshima from the top.

Enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the Aso area covering cultural, spiritual, artistic, and volcanic destinations on this guided day trip. First, you'll visit the historic Aso Shrine, with over 2,000 years of history, followed by the quaint town of Monzenmachi to explore the town's shopping street, mossy water fountains, and delicious sweets. As a finale, visit the top of Mount Aso to peer into the sacred center of the mountain.

★Friendly govenment official tour guide loved by many tourists over 10 years ★The popular tourist attractions such as Red Pumpkin, Yellow pumpkin, Chichu Museum , Bennese House Museum, Naoshima New museum of Art ,Sugimoto gallarey, or art house project,etc (museum tickets are not included.) customize ok! ★You can start tour from early time (extra fee, 5000yen per hour will be charged.) Pick up from Okayama is also available(extra pick up fee 12,000yen.) Pick up from Naoshima is free. We are not responsible for any injury or accident during the tour. Please purchase your own travel insurance. ★★Teshima or Takamatsu tour is also available. ★Reviews from clients★ We just came back from our day with Emi, and what a day it was. Emi was both knowledgeable and friendly, very flexible to accommodate all our requests and went out of her way to make our day memorable one. Time flew and when we had to say goodbye we felt sorry we couldn’t ask Emi to join us for the next two days Japan.

Cover the highlights of Nara during this guided half-day biking tour. Mingle with other travelers as you cycle between locations, from the iconic stone lanterns of Kasuga Taisha to Nara Park’s resident deer. Tick off more sights in less time from two wheels. Bottled water and a safety helmet are included.

Hiking in the forest is one of the most relaxing things you can do, but things can get stressful if you lose your way. This full-day tour of the Nakasendo Trail from Nagoya helps you immerse yourself in nature by including a guide who leads the way, so you don’t have to keep checking your phone.

Explore Tokyo on two wheels on this small-group bicycle tour. Pedal through the city streets at a slower pace than on a big bus tour and access places that bigger vehicles cannot reach. As you cycle to such landmarks as the Meiji-Jingu Shrine and Imperial Palace, your guide fills you in on all the important historical and cultural background.

Get an overview of Tokyo through its food scene on this guided food tour. A unique option for dinner one night of your vacation, follow your guide to a selection of local eateries. Sample yakitori, dessert, drinks, and more at a mix of popular and traditional venues, picking up recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Tokyo Gardens Tour Just for You Guided by a Professional Gardener. bikeTKgardens BASIC PLAN (4–5 hours) Meet your Japanese guide, a current professional gardener and former bike messenger. You can join our tour either on foot or on E-bike. We will design the tour through interactive emails so you can explore Tokyo’s gardens deeply and broadly within half a day. With an e-bike, you can easily ride over Tokyo’s many hills and efficiently visit various spots. Enjoy gardens, architecture, art, culture, nature, and history. The Basic Plan includes matcha tea and traditional sweets, while the Lunch Plan offers three meal options. The high lunch option features a fine Japanese meal overlooking a beautiful garden. You can choose a model course from our website and we will customize the route to your interests. Discover lush landscapes, historic shrines, and peaceful backstreets that most tourists miss.

Discover Tokyo's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour including a Matcha experience, admission to Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry(sometimes no cruise). Stroll the natural scenery at Meiji Shrine and drive past Akihabara, Ueno and other major attractions en route to the Imperial Palace. Then explore Asakusa with historical temples, shopping, matcha tea and Japanese Izakaya Lunch! In the afternoon, enjoy a 360° panoramic view from Tokyo Sky Tree and relaxing at Tokyo Bay Cruise. Return to Shinjuku while enjoy the view of the Tokyo city. ・Discover Tokyo's the most iconic landmarks on the coach tour efficiently ・Try Authentic Matcha experience & IZAKAYA Lunch at Historical place, Asakusa ・Benefit from skip-the-line admission to skytree which is the tallest broadcasting tower in the world ・Get a light breeze of Tokyo Bay Ferry (sometimes no cruise) ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Also, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

Skip the tourist traps and immerse yourself in an authentic samurai experience at a dojo just outside Tokyo. Learn proper technique while dressed in traditional training clothes, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the blade by learning about samurai history. Then, you practice your skills by slashing, sparring, and using the bow and arrow in a 3-hour class.

Combine natural beauty and close encounters with wildlife on this action-packed afternoon tour to Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Iwatayama Monkey Park. To save tired legs, and help you get around with ease, bike and helmet rental is included. The trip showcases spectacular views of Kyoto from Iwatayama Mountain, the natural beauty of the bamboo forest, Sogenchi Pond Garden, and the chance to look out for Japanese macaque monkeys.

Get a taste of Japanese food and culture during this walking tour of Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Escape the tourist hordes as you eat like a Japanese local, sampling traditional bites at off-the-beaten-path eateries and hangouts that you’d likely miss otherwise. You can also toast your adventure, and new friends, with one included drink too.

The Ginza district of Tokyo is one of the best places to enjoy seeing a blend of both new and historic architecture. A tour guide will make sure you don’t miss a single opportunity to learn about these iconic buildings. This private walking tour is customizable to your interests and knowledge base, and will take you to sights you may not be able to access on your own. You’ll end the tour with great photos, feeling like a Ginza expert yourself.

Bike tours and food crawls are two much-loved traveler favorites—here’s your chance to combine both. Hop on your own set of wheels and follow a guide to try Osaka’s most delectable food specialties. Stop to take in top city sights along the way, such as seeing one of the city's oldest temples, as you cruise between multiple stops, which may include a locally-run sushi shop or grilled wagyu beef.

Explore Osaka just like a local: On a bicycle. Pedal through the streets of the city on your way to its best sites, including Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple, and Shin Sekai, and follow your guide to some lesser-known attractions. Along the way, get insights into this fascinating city and its remarkable food scene—which you get a taste of by refueling with lunch at a local spot.

Learn more about Himeji Castle than would be possible on your own. This small-group tour introduces you to the rich history of Himeji Castle, as well as Japanese culture. You'll explore the castle interiors, as well as its Japanese-style garden, and get photographs from a viewing observatory. Your tour also includes a tea ceremony experience for an authentic taste of Japanese culture.

Visit Mount Fuji and its surrounding areas with this day tour from Tokyo. You'll start with Mount Fuji, continuing on to the stunning Lake Kawaguchikp before stopping for lunch. You'll then head on to Oshion Hakkai, with its eight natural springs before stopping to go shopping at the Gotemba Premium Outlets.

While at first glance Tokyo might look like a stressful place to cycle, Japan's capital is surprisingly well-equipped for exploring on two wheels. This small-group bike tour takes you off the beaten path and to parts of Shibuya usually reserved for locals, as well as covering top attractions, too. A small group ensures you can pedal at a relaxed pace, while two daily departures make it easy to slot this tour into busy sightseeing schedules.

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.

Uji, south of Kyoto, is famous for its matcha (powdered green tea) and other tea products, and is also home to many historic temples and shrines dating back over 1,000 years. This tour takes you on a leisurely tour of this fascinating city on a BROMPTON bicycle with a local navigator. ・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out. ・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part. ・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything. ・The tour is also a great way to enjoy local food at speciality shops. ・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes. ・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.

Cover more ground in less time and see Tokyo's most popular landmarks on an e-bike tour. E-bikes make exploring a breeze, and each route option is circular so you don't need to worry about finding your way home after the tour ends. Your tour includes an e-bike, helmet, gloves during winter, luggage storage, and optional knapsack rental for convenience.

Spend time outdoors and explore the rural wonders of Hida—without the worry of getting lost or wildlife hazards—on this guided half-day tour. Led by an English-speaking guide, ride an e-bike through the Japanese countryside to Maze village and discover off-the-beaten-path sites that you likely wouldn’t find alone. Along the way, hear stories about local life as you pedal past forests, rivers, and rice fields. Note that lunch is not included.