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You can become a ninja and samurai and watch a professional show. You can Experience the secret weapon of the Ninja, the Shuriken（throwing knife). Learn how to use a long Japanese sword. Enjoy the program in Ninja and Samurai costumes. Defeat your enemies by using Ninja and Samurai techniques. Enjoy a show by professional Ninjas and Samurai.

This tour takes you to Asakusa, which remains a bustling gate town, and Kappabashi, one of the most famous shopping streets specializing in cooking utensils. You can also make your own food samples, which are very popular nowadays, and take them home as souvenirs. You will experience unique and fun products, amazement and excitement that you cannot find anywhere else. Explore the popular spots around Asakusa in half a day and enjoy making food samples for a great price. We will visit Senso-ji Temple, the center of Asakusa, one of the most popular places in Tokyo.We will enjoy Kappabashi, one of the world's most famous shopping streets for food, where professional chefs come to buy their tools. You will also have the opportunity to make your own food samples. You can also take home what you have made. This tour involves sightseeing while walking. Apart from the time specified for each stop, the rest of the time will be spent walking through the city and taking in the sights

Welcome to a special walking tour that reveals a new side of Shibuya, officially backed by SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL. Step beyond the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing and the Hachiko statue to discover hidden gems. This tour follows three “Streams.” The Stream of Time traces Shibuya’s journey from a historic post town to a global cultural hub. The Stream of Water takes you to places where you can feel the presence of the Shibuya River, now flowing quietly beneath the city, and discover the traces it has left behind. The Stream of People reflects the energy of those who gather, connect and create new culture here. Just like the SHIBUYA Crossing, these streams crossing at a point where past, present, and future meet. Starting from the sophisticated lobby of SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL, this is more than sightseeing — it is a journey into the story of Shibuya. （Please note that some parts of the tour may change depending on the weather and some parts of spots may not be suitable for children.）

Enjoy a fun, stress-free day trip from Tokyo with your own private vehicle and English-speaking driver. Wander the nostalgic streets of Kawagoe “Little Edo”, visit Hikawa Shrine, Candy Alley, and Toki no Kane, and enjoy cafés and shopping at your own pace. Choose Route A (Kawagoe only) or Route B, which also includes drop-off and pick-up at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter in Nerima (tickets not included). A private tour for your group only—comfortable, flexible, and very Instagrammable. Please note that tours are limited to 10 hours; overtime is available upon request and subject to a surcharge paid on the day.

You can take your special photos or movies with Samurai or Ninja costume. The photo locations are real places such as the historical Japanese style building, Shrine, beach etc. We have options to shoot with horse ridding at near beach.

Samurai ruled Japan for 7 centuries, far longer than the modern post-samurai era. Their downfall in the late 19th century was a turning point, and Ueno is where this transformation unfolded. In the Ueno War, samurai lost a decisive one-day battle, clearing the way for a new force to build modern Japan. On this tour, your expert guide reveals how the Tokugawa shogunate created lasting peace, why the samurai fell, and how Japan rose to global prominence with soft power. As you walk in a small group, you’ll not only grasp this major historical shift but also enjoy stories about the landmarks you encounter.

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 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.

This 6-hour walking tour includes a 120-minute Kyaraben-making lesson at Kawaii Cooking Studio in Roppongi*. Kyaraben, or "character bento," are boxed lunches decorated to resemble popular fictional characters and other cute things such as animals or plants. In this lesson, you'll have the opportunity to create your own adorable Kyaraben! Making kyaraben is a special experience that can only be done while staying in Japan. Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Kawaii Cooking Studio after a 4-hour walking tour. 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. *If Roppongi Studio is full, we will arrange other studios in Omote-Sando, Ginza, or Yoyogi.

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 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**

This is the ideal pick for independent travelers wanting to discover lots of Mt. Fuji and Hakone area highlights without a guide. -Mount Fuji Area: Fresh air, beautiful flowers, picturesque lakes..all set to the backdrop of Japan's most famous mountain,Mount Fuji. -Hakone Area: 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. This tour includes a private car or van, and your own personal English speaking driver. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 3 to 4 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. *1 to 2 spots from No.2 to No.16, 1 to 2 spots from No.17 to No.20. Note*: Tour details has a possibility of change depending on the traffic conditions.

Join this exclusive 2-hour guided walking tour through the historic streets of Asakusa, where your guide will share fascinating stories and hidden gems. Visit Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, and charming backstreets for a taste of Tokyo’s old town. After sightseeing, your guide will accompany you to ”Miyakodori” for a 2-hour authentic Geisha Experience with kaiseki dinner and all-you-can-drink beverages. Enjoy a graceful dance with traditional music, traditional geisha games, and photo time with the geisha — an unforgettable evening. Important Notes: 1. Please wear socks or stockings when entering ”Miyakodori". 2. Please refrain from wearing strong perfume. 3. At least two geisha will be arranged for your experience. The number may vary depending on availability, and specific geisha cannot be selected. 4. All-you-can-drink is included in the tour price. However, if you would like to order any premium alcoholic beverages, please pay the price difference directly to the restaurant.

Discover the vibrant contrast of Tokyo’s traditional and modern culture on this 2-hour guided walking tour through Harajuku and Shibuya. Led by a licensed local guide, this experience combines iconic landmarks, trendy streets, and hidden pathways, explored on foot and by public transportation. Your journey begins with a peaceful visit to Meiji Shrine, a serene oasis surrounded by lush forest in the heart of the city. From there, step into the colorful atmosphere of Takeshita Street, famous for its unique fashion, quirky shops, and street food. Continue along Cat Street, a charming backstreet lined with boutique stores and cafés, as you make your way toward Shibuya. The tour concludes at the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, one of Tokyo’s most iconic sights, where you can experience the city’s dynamic energy firsthand. Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time, this tour offers a well-balanced introduction to Tokyo’s highlights with expert local insights.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors. Experience nature, the lush mountainous landscape and Japan’s most famous and iconic landmarks during your trip to Japan on this day trip from Tokyo! This tour has been designed so customers can experience one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful areas in one day, Hakone. The tour will provide customers with the opportunity to visit all of Hakone’s top attractions. If you love nature and spending time outdoors, this tour is for you!

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Located in Kanagawa prefecture famed for places like Hakone, Kamakura and Enoshima, Yokohama is a city rich in history and urban flare. What was as a small fishing village for centuries, expanded and become a key city shaped by trade and innovation during the mid-19th Century. The city now has the perfect blend of modern and traditional elements with its open waterfronts, historical architecture and urbanised development offering visitors a fun and cosmopolitan atmosphere. During the tour you will visit Japan's largest Chinatown, various historical sites in Yokohama, and the Cup noodles Museum where you will create your own unique Cup noodles. You will also ride the Yokohoma Air Cabin.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Step out of Tokyo and experience Japan’s Castle and Craft Town, Odawara. A seaside town buzzing with culture, nature and local flare. If you want to get off the beaten tourist path then this tour is for you! On this tour, you will have the opportunity to see one if Japan’s top 10 castles, Odawara castle and park (now the closest castle to Tokyo), learn all about the history of the city and the Samurai, the art of the Ninja, try the freshest Sushi and seafood at Odawara’s harbour, have a go at making two traditional local crafts, and finally pay a visit to a popular observatory with a relaxing foot bath to take in breath taking views of the landscape and surrounding ocean. The tour will provide guests with a well balanced itinerary including a historical landmarks, food, nature and craft experiences.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Known as ’Yanesen’ in Tokyo, the trio of Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi make up this area and have retained their old ‘Shitamachi’ (lower city) style, architecture and charm, despite being a stone’s throw away from some of the well known metropolis areas of Tokyo. If on your trip to Tokyo you want a chance to step off the tourist trail and see a different side to this amazing city, then ’Yanesen’ must be added to your Tokyo itinerary! You will start by visiting Yanaka, a historic and artistic area, and a perfect example of a Shitamachi in Japan. A cosy and traditional neighbourhood not many tourists know about, you will step back in time and enjoy an atmosphere that is very different to many parts of Tokyo. Next, you will visit Sendagi known for its temples and park. Finally, you will visit Nezu to see one of Tokyo’s most beautiful shrines.

Experience a private, festive evening in Tokyo with your own local guide. Start at Hibiya Park’s Christmas Market, strolling among cozy stalls filled with seasonal treats, and holiday ornaments under sparkling lights. Have a glass of Mulled wine and enjoy everything Tokyo has to offer over Christmas. Next, head to Tokyo Midtown to explore the winter illumination garden behind Midtown Tower, with shimmering walkways and a golden-lit Christmas tree. Finish at Roppongi Hills, walking along the spectacular Keyakizaka Street “SNOW & BLUE” illumination, lined with thousands of LED lights and Tokyo Tower in the background. Optionally, enjoy the small Christmas market at O-Yane Plaza for warm drinks or snacks. This private tour blends traditional markets and modern illuminations, creating a magical, memorable holiday experience. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Based on the philosophy that each student is an artist, this style allows students to choose their own favorite characters and create their own works of art in the typeface of their choice. Instead of copying a model written by the teacher, after learning how to write dots and lines, the teacher will help you write letters with your own sense of style. The teacher is able to work with all types of typefaces, so you can challenge yourself to create a work of art until you are satisfied with it, while receiving accurate advice. The finished work can be taken home as a hanging scroll, which will be a good memory of your trip and can be displayed in your own home or given to others as a souvenir. The teacher is in charge of Japanese language and calligraphy at the university's Japanese Language and Culture Department for International Students, and is able to provide smooth and appropriate instruction to foreign students.

Enjoy an early spring escape to the Izu Peninsula on a private car tour featuring cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, and strawberry picking. Stroll along the Kawazu River, famous for its early-blooming cherry trees, visit Atami Plum Garden, home to some of Japan’s earliest plum blossoms, and enjoy a hands-on strawberry picking experience with freshly harvested fruit. This private tour offers a relaxed pace, flexible timing, and personalized attention—perfect for travelers who want to experience Japan’s seasonal beauty without the crowds.

Explore cherry blossoms at Ueno Park Visit the iconic Senso-ji Temple Experience Meiji Jingu's serene beauty Cross the bustling Shibuya Crossing View Mount Fuji from Arakurayama Park