All Japan Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 444

Skip the buses. We come to you. Your Nagoya hotel is the starting point. No trains, no transfers, no stress — just you, your private vehicle, and an English-speaking guide ready to show you two of Japan's most extraordinary destinations in a single day. What makes this tour different : ・ Door-to-door pickup & drop-off from your Nagoya hotel 100% private — just your group, no strangers ️・ English-speaking driver-guide throughout · Flexible pace — we adjust to what YOU want to see ・ Leave your luggage in the car and explore hands-free Shirakawa-go — a UNESCO World Heritage village frozen in time, famous for its dramatic thatched-roof farmhouses (gassho-zukuri). Every season brings a different kind of magic — cherry blossoms in spring, lush green in summer, fiery foliage in autumn, and a snow-covered wonderland in winter. Takayama — Edo-period merchant streets, craft sake breweries, Hida beef, and a morning market where locals have gathered for centuries.

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Shirakawago and Hida Takayama Guided Tours by Private Car

10 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour is all about taking your time to explore and experience Japanese culture at a relaxed pace, away from crowded tourist hotspots. You’ll enjoy unique cultural experiences with an English-speaking local guide by your side, you can immerse yourself in the journey worry-free and truly enjoy every moment. You can enjoy a real castle and a town of gods that has passed down its traditions for over 1,000 years, where you can witness its rare festival. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to stay in a magnificent Japanese-style resort that feels like living in a grand castle. This is not just another sightseeing trip; it’s a unique experience. You'll walk through a town, where the festival comes to life as locals, who cherish their town and traditions, participate with great love and devotion. You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in cultural activities like kyudo (Japanese archery) or calligraphy, making it a truly enriching and unforgettable two-day journey.

Two Relaxing Days to Savor Japan’s Hidden Local Festival Gems

2 daysFree Cancellation

from $1,131

We will make sure you enjoy Hokkaido and Hakodate like a local resident. This tour provides a free vehicle(maximum 5 passengers) and is a fully customised tour, so you can modify the plan according to your interests. If you love history, we can visit more historical sites. If you love photographs, we can visit the beautiful slopes in Motomachi. If you are a shopping lover, let's enjoy shopping at Mega-Don Quixote(Mega-Don), Second Street and Book Off. We are waiting for your message!

Private Hokkaido Guided 5 Day Tour with Transportation

5 daysFree Cancellation

from $3,212

Explore the profound history of the Battle of Okinawa on this two-hour guided tour. Visit the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum, where you will encounter moving exhibits that highlight the experiences of those affected by the battle. Outside, the Cornerstone of Peace honors over 240,000 victims, military and civilian alike, reminding us of the shared repercussions of war. This tour not only provides historical context but also encourages reflection on the pursuit of peace in contemporary society. - Two-hour guided tour focusing on the Battle of Okinawa's impact - Visit the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum with engaging exhibits - Reflect at the Cornerstone of Peace, honoring over 240,000 victims - Led by a knowledgeable local guide for deeper insights and context

Okinawa: Peace Memorial Museum & Cornerstone of Peace Tour

from $109

This is more than a temple visit—it’s a journey into the spiritual heart of Japan. Our tour brings you to the misty mountains of Muro, where you’ll explore Muro-ji Temple, a rare and sacred site known as the “Women’s Kōyasan.” Unlike many temples, Muro-ji welcomed female pilgrims centuries ago, offering a haven of reflection and spiritual equality. Guided by a local expert, you’ll walk peaceful forest paths, see the elegant cliffside hall, and stand before one of Japan’s oldest five-story pagodas, gracefully nestled among ancient cedars. As you arrive in this quiet mountain sanctuary, you step directly into a world of mossy stone steps, cedar-scented air, and serene spiritual atmosphere. This tour isn’t just about sightseeing—it’s about slowing down and reconnecting with nature, history, and yourself. Whether you're drawn to temples, nature, or timeless architecture, Muro-ji offers a soulful, unforgettable escape.

Nara: Muro-ji Temple – Sacred Serenity and Timeless Tradition

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $112

Are you looking for a hands-on and local immersion experience unlike any other? On this tour, you will also have the unique opportunity to partake in a 200-year-old tradition by learning how to make Japanese candles known as Warosoku. Unlike the dipped candles of the West, Uchiko Warosoku are created by hand using a centuries-old technique that you can learn from a master! Once you have completed your very own Warosoku, you can enjoy a peaceful and intimate tea time of matcha and local sweets with the 7th-generation head craftsman. With a highly educated and friendly guide, you’re guided through a beautiful and well-preserved historical district. As you make your way to a Japanese Candle workshop that has been in operation for 7 generations, you will learn all about the history of this one-of-a-kind historic district. This tour is the perfect mix of history, craft, and local immersion that you will never forget.

Traditional Japanese Candle Making and Uchiko Walking Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

from $418

Dogo Hot Spring , which is said to be the oldest hot spring in Japan, is also on the route of the pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites of Shikoku, where many pilgrims heal the fatigue of their journey and enjoy historical and cultural sightseeing. This programme allows visitors to experience local history and pilgrimage culture while walking with a guide along the surrounding pilgrimage routes, which are generally not well known to the public. Within walking distance of Dogo Onsen is the 51st temple Ishite-ji Temple, which has many cultural assets and has been awarded a Michelin star. You can learn the etiquette of pilgrimage and history and culture of temples. Along the walking pilgrimage route, there is a nature trail that climbs up a small mountain and passes through a bamboo forest, which you would not expect to find in the city, and an ancient shrine, Isaniwa Shrine, which located on a hill overlooking Dogo Hot Spring, making you to feel nature and history in a compact area.

Guided Walking Ohenro Pilgrimage Experience in Dogo Hot Spring

from $212

Highlights -Be dressed in a kimono of your choice by a professional dresser -Explore Shikemichi, a preserved district with storehouses and townhouses -Stroll Endoji Shopping Street, where old shops meet modern cafés -Discover local encounters and culture in Nagoya’s historic heart Tour Overview *This tour makes use of an AI translation device supporting more than 90 languages, ensuring smooth communication throughout your experience. Begin at Nagonoya Café, where a professional dresser outfits you in a kimono — or summer yukata — with traditional footwear. Stroll with a guide through Shikemichi, rebuilt 300 years ago after a great fire, with earthen-walled storehouses and roof-deity houses reflecting Nagoya’s past. Continue to Endoji Shopping Street, the city’s oldest arcade, still lively with shops and cafés. Your guide shares stories where tradition meets daily life. This experience offers kimono photos and cultural immersion where past and present coexist.

With AI Translation Kimono Stroll in Shikemichi and EndojiStreets

136

2 hours 30 minutes

from $193

Tour highlights -Make traditional “washi”, or Japanese paper, with a history of 500 years, acclaimed for its use in sliding shoji doors and Japanese umbrellas -Set in a mountain town using plant-derived materials in its famous, local paper brand -Explanation by curator of Obara’s washi paper culture and production processes -Make your own authentic washi from the first step of pounding paper mulberry material to the finished product -Enjoy local, seasonal bistro at a restaurant in a traditional Japanese folk house -Take home your own Japanese paper booklet made with your own two hands every step of the way Tour details Experience the Toyota Green Life series in Obara, a region famed for traditional washi. Learn how paper mulberry becomes paper as you pound bark, add colors and patterns, and bind your own unique washi booklet. Enjoy lunch in a rustic folk house using seasonal local ingredients. This hands-on tour offers an authentic look into Japan’s traditional papermaking culture.

Toyota Green Life Experience From Plant to Paper Washi Booklet

136

8 hours

from $424

Cultural Odyssey in Okazaki Day Tour

136

7 hours

from $642

Join a cozy Japanese cooking class in the instructor’s home in Musashino City, Tokyo, just 30 30-minute total trip from Shinjuku or Shibuya. Learn to make onigiri (rice balls), traditional sweets, and matcha tea with an experienced local homemaker. After cooking, enjoy your creations for lunch with miso soup, then savor the sweets and tea you made yourself. You’ll also receive a drink voucher for Petit Village in Kichijoji, perfect for a relaxing stop on your way back.

Cook Onigiri and Japanese Sweets at a Local’s Home in Kichijoji !

This plan allows visitors to experience the traditional craft of Yamaga lanterns, followed by a visit to the Hirayama Hot Springs. In the evening, we offer the opportunity to spend a relaxing time in an old house for rent, lighting original Yamaga lanterns and enjoying Yamaga's specialities and Yamaga sake.’ Please enjoy a ‘unique experience’ of staying in an old private house. To make sightseeing more enjoyable, we coordinate visits to Yamaga's sights of interest.

from $128

Private Overnight Tours with Original Yamaga Lanterns

2 daysFree Cancellation

from $161

Fukuoka-Kitakyushu Private Ramen Tasting Tour with Local Guide

from $135

This tour is the best tour to see one of the greatest world heritage sites in Japan. You can relax in a private car, learn Japanese history, appriciate beautiful architectures, and views. This tour is led by National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests! Optional tours such as strawberry picking and 3D latte art are available only during certain periods and days of the week!

Nikko Tour from Tokyo with Licensed Guide via Private Car

10 hours

from $935

Cycle through a river side road of Uchiko's Washi(Japanese handmade paper) heritage. This immersive washi cycling tour connects you with local artisans while you create one-of-a-kind treasures to take home. ◆ Washi Papermaking & Book Binding at a Local Workshop Work alongside skilled craftspeople to create your own handmade washi sheet. Then craft a unique handbound notebook using your paper as the cover—yours alone. ◆ Discover Hidden Origami Vending Machine A quirky vending machine dispensing miniature origami and paper crafts, showcasing how washi culture weaves into everyday life. ◆ Enjoy Kite Museum Explore traditional Japanese kites (tako) intricately crafted from washi paper. Learn how this durable material has been essential to kite-making for centuries. Enjoy scenic cycling through Uchiko's historic streetscapes and traditional architecture between stops. *Local-guided private tour: exclusive to you Enjoy “Real Japan” at a lovely river side town.

Local Washi and Paper Craft Cycling Tour in Uchiko Town

4 hours 30 minutes

from $225

Enjoy Chiba after sunset on this relaxed evening walking tour. We begin with a visit to Chiba Shrine, where you can experience Japanese spirituality and local history in a calm, evening atmosphere. Next, we head to a popular local Izakaya for dinner. The meal features a hot pot as the main dish — pork shabu-shabu, yellowtail shabu-shabu, or duck hot pot, along with fresh sashimi and other seasonal dishes. At the Izakaya, all-you-can-drink options include Shochu and other alcoholic beverages. After dinner, we visit a Japanese sake bar, where you can enjoy a tasting of three different kinds of sake carefully selected by the owner. You’ll learn about the flavors, aromas, and regional differences of Japanese sake. This small-group evening tour offers a perfect combination of Japanese culture, food, and drinks, and a wonderful way to experience Chiba like a local.

Evening Shrine and Izakaya Japanese Sake Experience Tour

3 hours

from $200

Awara Sake Tasting Love and Stories by the Okami Brewers

1 hour 30 minutes

from $251

Discover the timeless beauty of Japan on this day trip from Nagoya to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, two of the country’s most enchanting heritage destinations. Stroll through Takayama’s Old Town, where beautifully preserved wooden houses, sake breweries, and morning markets bring the Edo period to life. Then, journey into the mountains to explore Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Village famed for its traditional Gassho-zukuri thatched-roof farmhouses. Admire the breathtaking scenery from the Shiroyama Observatory, learn about local culture, and capture unforgettable photos of Japan’s countryside charm. With comfortable transport and an expert guide, this tour offers the perfect mix of history, culture, and scenic beauty — an unmissable experience for travelers seeking the heart of traditional Japan.

Nagoya Departure: Gujo Hachiman & Seki Sword Museum Day Tour.

Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go Gassho Village World Heritage Tour

10 to 11 hours

from $105

Buzen City boasts a rich cultural heritage, where the ancient art of Buzen Kagura is performed each autumn to pray for a bountiful harvest. Currently composed of six groups, the tradition faces challenges such as a shortage of successors and a growing number of people unfamiliar with Kagura. In response, young performers have established the Buzen Kagura Group "Jaraku," dedicated to sharing the beauty of Kagura through dynamic collaborations with other cultures. Join us for a magical performance in the enchanting forest of Mount Kubote, renowned for its legends of oni (demons), in collaboration with the Buzen Tengu Taiko drumming troupe. This unique cultural experience is available for booking throughout Fukuoka Prefecture and Oita Prefecture.

Buzen's Oni Demon Legend

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $642

Private Chartered Car Tour Kyoto , Nara or Osaka

3 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $378

Experience the beauty of the koto, one of Japan’s most iconic traditional instruments, in Nagoya. Enjoy a koto live concert and a private session with professional koto musicians, learning to play in an intimate and serene setting. This is a private lesson for up to five people, allowing for a relaxed and personalized experience tailored to your pace and interest. We provide everything you need for your koto lesson, including the instrument and accessories. Your lesson will take place in a traditional Japanese classroom, where you can enjoy the tranquility of wabi-sabi aesthetics and a meditative atmosphere, making it a truly immersive and peaceful experience. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the beauty of koto, one of Japan’s most treasured musical traditions!

Private Koto Lesson with a Professional Musician in Nagoya

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $77

Private Transfer between Okayama Airport and Okayama station

15 minutes to 1 hour

from $154

• Receive eSIM QR Code within minutes. • Simply scan the designated QR Code to set up the eSIM. • Validity Date: eSIM plan starts upon installation. • Plan Type: Mobile Data only. Voice and SMS not supported. • Mobile Hotspot: Supported. • Billing: One-time prepaid package with no auto-renewals or contracts. • Compatibility: Works with eSIM-compatible devices that are not carrier locked. Please be aware that most devices bought in China and Hong Kong do not support eSIM. It’s advisable to check online to see if your device is eSIM-compatible, or contact your service provider. • Do ensure your travel plans are confirmed. No refunds or cancellations are given due to eSIM compatibility issues or changes in the itinerary. • Support: Please respond to the email from the Viator Supplier for any assistance or queries. • Expiration: Start using the eSIM within one-month of purchase. • *Connections to major local mobile network at 4G LTE or 5G speeds, depending on availability.

Hokkaido Data eSIM 0.5GB daily to 50GB 30 Days

30 days

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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

Tamara_M, Apr 2026

six star recommendation

This full-day Tokyo bus tour was one of the highlights of my entire trip — and the credit goes entirely to our tour guide, who was a genuine force of nature. 🎌 The most vibrant, knowledgeable, and joyful guide, Sora I've ever had — on any tour, anywhere. Infectious enthusiasm, rich history, local insider knowledge, and genuine warmth — she kept the entire group engaged all day. Perfect pace, every stop felt intentional. This tour exceeded every expectation. Highest possible recommendation.

Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo

Kenneth_W, Apr 2026

Breathtaking

This is a great way to see Mt Fuji and the surrounding areas. Our guide Zoe was amazing! My sons and I got split up and they were late returning to the bus. She was patient, kind and understanding of our situation and helped us get on track. My family and I had an amazing trip and we will for sure return.

Private Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone (Fully Licensed Operator)

Adrian_G, Apr 2026

Trust your guide, they know better

We loved it. Abdul, our driver and guide made some great recommendations. All the iconic Mt. Fuji spots were almost empty as we got to beat the traffic and we also got to explore some of the places he suggested, such as Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine Area and couple others.

Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

Lee_M, Apr 2026

Great Tour!

The itinerary is great, the tour guides are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Unfortunately, the weather cannot be controlled. It rained during the entire tour, but the tour guides kept smiling and we did all that we could. My Fuji also gets a vote and on this day, the mountain hid within the clouds and we could not go to the 5th station.

Official Street Go-Kart in Shibuya

Wayne_P, Apr 2026

DO NOT miss this!!

If you have a driving licence and you book before visiting Japan (you need a 1949 Geneva Convention licence as well), this is 100% something you should do in Tokyo! Great fun, really easy to adapt to the cart in 1 minute (!!), and a different experience to anything else you will do. The team at Street Kart were very organised and efficient. Dressing up as Winnie the Po and Piglet was also fun 😄

Kyoto Sumo Show Experience with Chicken Hot Pot & Souvenir

Neelam_C, Apr 2026

A fun show in Kyoto

A very entertaining show. The MC of the show did a great job. Both wrestlers were very courteous and interacting with croud, the Geisha dance was gracious and beautiful. A delicious warm lunch with unlimited drinks, and full entertainment. Highly recommend it if you have some extra time and want to get the feel of the culture.

Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

Jo_M, Apr 2026

Entertaining morning - would recommend

It was a great experience. The rituals, history and moves of sumo were explained to us. The host and staff were very helpful and the wrestlers, Guchi and George were magnificent with a great sense of humour!! We were given a bottle of water as part of the deal which was a nice touch. However, the actual room was difficult to find. We went up the internal staircase but found a door which said something like management only. Go through it or use the external staircase. The show is about 80 minutes long with no break. Overall a fabulous experience - thank you!

Tokyo Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Photo

Merry_B, Apr 2026

Amazing show - highly recommend

Really entertaining introduction to Sumo. The host was American but had clearly lived in Japan for a long time and was bilingual. He explained the Sumo ceremonies and customs really well. The two wrestlers were very funny and put on an excellent show. Audience participation is encouraged!

New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

Logan_P, Apr 2026

Saw so much!

We took a 14 hour bus trip to NYC for a day. We only had 12 hours in the city so I was a little nervous about doing a tour that took literally half our time there but it was SO worth it. We saw so much, learned so much, & had a blast. I also got like a 30 minute nap on the bus before we started & sooo needed that. Kevin spent the tour trying to make us “New Yorkers” & playing appropriate music while Jimmy expertly navigated the streets. When we got back on our bus home that evening, we were sharing pics & everyone was shocked we were able to see so much. The way Kevin got so somber & emotional at the 9/11 memorial struck me personally, you could feel how much he loves & cares for this city. 10/10 very glad we did this!

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Reserved Ferry Entry

Bridget_B, Apr 2026

Statue of Liberty Tour with Jorge

Our tour of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island was absolutely fantastic, thanks to our incredible guide, Jorge. From the start, he set a friendly and engaging tone — knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely passionate about the history behind these iconic landmarks. He shared fascinating facts and stories that brought both sites to life, making what could have been just a sightseeing trip feel like a true journey through time. Jorge also went above and beyond to keep our group organized and comfortable. He made sure no one got left behind, pointed out the best spots for photos, and even offered great recommendations for food, restrooms, and souvenir shopping along the way. His attention to detail and upbeat energy made the day run smoothly and stress-free. If you’re planning to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, I can’t recommend Jorge’s tour highly enough. It’s not just about seeing the landmarks — it’s about experiencing them with someone who knows them inside and out.