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The Asakusa Sightseeing and Street Food Tour is a walking tour for first-time visitors and repeat travelers to experience Japanese culture and local food together. The tour covers famous spots such as Kaminarimon Gate and Senso-ji Temple, while also introducing local streets that are rarely explained in guidebooks. Starting near Kaminarimon, the guide leads guests along Nakamise Street and explains the history of Asakusa and its development since the Edo period. Guests learn about traditional sweets such as kaminari-okoshi and ningyo-yaki and how temple visits and street food are closely connected in Japanese culture. The tour continues into nearby areas, highlighting popular food shops enjoyed by both locals and visitors, including matcha-based desserts and modern Japanese sweets. Throughout the walk, the guide shares local stories and everyday scenes, showing Asakusa as both a tourist destination and a living community.

Highlights of the Tokyo Skytree Tour • Enjoy a guided experience with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. • Tickets to both the Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria are included. • Priority access for a smooth and stress-free visit to the top. • Capture amazing photos with your guide throughout the tour. • Explore Tokyo Solamachi, one of the largest shopping complexes in Tokyo. • Visit popular character shops such as Pokémon and other Japanese favorites. • Discover traditional Japanese items like high-quality knives, chopsticks, and kanzashi. • Enjoy a variety of delicious and popular Japanese street food and local gourmet spots.

-Create a stunning 3D artwork using Japan’s unique Paper Theater craft kit! -Experience the simple steps process: Cut, Paste, and Assemble. -Enjoy beautifully detailed designs made with precision laser-cut technology. -Take home a handmade souvenir crafted by you!

Unleash your creativity in a unique daruma painting experience, where you’ll personalize your own traditional Japanese lucky charm. Start with a pure white daruma and let your imagination soar as you draw vibrant faces and patterns, while also learning about the cultural significance of this iconic figure. This hands-on activity invites participants of all ages to engage with Japanese traditions, making it not just fun, but a memorable souvenir to take home. Capture the moment with your colorful creations that embody your wishes and aspirations.

Begin your experience with an introduction to the program. Then, choose your design from famous Ukiyo-e prints by masters like Katsushika Hokusai and Utagawa Hiroshige. Next, use colored pencils or markers to freely add color. Blend traditional style with your own creativity to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Take your finished artwork home in a clear file, perfect as a travel souvenir. Discover the joy of Japanese art in a relaxing, hands-on session that welcomes beginners and enthusiasts alike. Our friendly guidance ensures you feel confident as you explore vibrant colors and timeless designs. This is more than an art activity—it’s a cultural experience that sparks creativity and leaves you with a unique keepsake or a thoughtful gift. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in tradition while creating something truly personal!

Experience the beauty of Japan like never before with our Mt. Fuji & Hakone journey. Featuring two expertly curated itineraries, this experience is designed to engage your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories. Please note: Only one itinerary may be selected per tour to ensure a relaxed and fully immersive experience. Option 1: Mt. Fuji 1. Chureito Pagoda 2. Iyashi no Sato 3. Lake Kawaguchi 4. Oishi Park 5. Narusawa Ice Caves Option 2: Hakone 1. Mishima Sky Walk 2. Hakone Shrine 3. Hakone Ropeway 4. Lake Ashi Cruise 5. Hakone Open-Air Museum Important Information: 1. Each tour option (Mt. Fuji or Hakone) is offered as a 10-hour experience. 2. The total duration includes pick-up and drop-off time. 3. If the selected itinerary is completed before the 10-hour limit, the tour will be considered successfully completed. 4. If the 10-hour duration is reached before all planned stops are visited, the tour will conclude at that point.

Japanese Modern Samurai Show ! (Popular Theater), we share the beauty and spirit of Japan with the world through authentic cultural experiences. We design and operate tour that combine experiences such as observing Sumo morning practice and Modern Samurai Show, offering visitors the chance to feel the real Japan with all five senses. Each experience serves as a cultural bridge, connecting people across the world to the heart and beauty of Japan.

Experience Japanese culture with confidence and peace of mind as you wear a kimono and explore the historic streets of Asakusa. Savor local food at carefully selected stops with a local guide, walk at a comfortable pace while discovering photo-friendly spots, and enjoy a stress-free walking tour through one of Tokyo's most iconic districts.

Engage in a creative workshop where you can design a personalized Omamori, a sacred amulet rooted in Japanese tradition. Guided by a nationally licensed guide, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your amulet, write your wishes, and include a talisman of Benzaiten, the deity of water and fortune. The workshop features full English or Italian support, ensuring you can immerse yourself in the experience without any language barriers.

Experience Japanese tea ceremony in Asakusa, Tokyo. We offer experiences based on the Edo Senke School. Edo Senke was founded in the Edo period by Kawakami Fuhaku, trained under Joshinsai, the seventh-generation head of Omote Senke. Fuhaku later brought tea ceremony to Edo, the city of samurai. Blending Kyoto’s refined tea culture with samurai discipline and the spirited nature of Edo townspeople, he created a unique style. Known as “Samurai Tea,” this school features movements of quiet strength reflecting samurai aesthetics. Your experience begins by observing a traditional tea ceremony on tatami while enjoying seasonal sweets. Next, you will try a tray-style tea ceremony yourself. The instructor provides step-by-step guidance, making it enjoyable even for beginners. Through this samurai-rooted tea ceremony, we invite you to experience the essence of Japanese beauty.

Experience Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife on this 5 hour tour. Visit Sensoji Temple at night, when it is less crowded, enjoy local bars in Asakusa, and walk through the charming arcade streets of Ueno. Your knowledgeable interpreter and guide will share stories and local insights that only people familiar with the area usually know. You can enjoy yakitori at a lively izakaya, try karaoke, and experience the energetic atmosphere and unique charm of Tokyo from a local perspective. Guests of all ages are welcome, and the tour includes hotel drop off, so you can finish comfortably at a convenient time. The tour starts between 6:00 PM and 11:00 PM and lasts 5 hours. You can experience local bars, karaoke, and yakitori. A local guide fluent in English or Spanish will accompany you. The tour is for groups of 1 to 7 guests and can be customized to match your interests.

Explore the vibrant world of Akihabara, Japan's pop culture hub, on this engaging walking tour. With a local guide, visit Radio Kaikan for a glimpse into anime goods and collectibles, then dive into Mandarake, a collector's paradise filled with second-hand manga and rare finds. End your journey at Game Center Hey, an iconic arcade boasting both classic and modern games. This tour is perfect for anime enthusiasts, collectors, and gamers looking to uncover hidden treasures in this electric district. - Guided walking tour through the heart of Akihabara's pop culture - Discover unique anime, manga, and gaming items in specialty shops - Visit key landmarks like Radio Kaikan and Mandarake - Ideal for anime fans, collectors, and gaming enthusiasts

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture right at Haneda Airport with a unique kimono experience. Choose from a stunning array of antique and vintage kimonos, expertly styled by certified specialists. Capture the moment with a professional photoshoot, or deepen your experience with a matcha tea session or Japanese dance lesson. This is more than just a rental; it’s a cultural journey that ensures everyone, from solo travelers to families, can create lasting memories just steps from the terminal.

Rather than presenting popular landmarks, this relaxed experience explores Japanese social life by walking through real neighborhoods. Along the way, you may begin to notice how small behaviors — spatial awareness, quiet communication, and shared etiquette — shape comfort in Japan. We also visit a local shrine and temple and occasionally come across everyday Japanese foods, keeping the experience easygoing rather than formal or academic. Suitable for couples, friends, and families, it’s a gentle walk where simple observation leads to understanding, often changing how visitors experience the city for the rest of their trip.

Discover Tokyo through the lens of a local while creating unforgettable memories of your trip. Choose between the vibrant streets of Shibuya or the neon-lit atmosphere of Shinjuku, and enjoy a relaxed photoshoot at some of the city's most iconic locations. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, with friends, or celebrating a special occasion, this experience is designed to capture natural and authentic moments you'll treasure forever. No modeling experience is needed. Feel comfortable in front of the camera, making the session fun and stress-free. During our walk, we'll visit famous photo spots as well as hidden locations that most tourists never discover. Along the way, I'll also share local recommendations for restaurants, cafés, shopping, and places to visit during the rest of your stay in Tokyo. This experience is perfect for travelers who want more than ordinary smartphone selfies. You'll leave Tokyo with beautiful photographs and lasting memories.

Authentic Japanese acupuncture in Ebisu. Relieve travel fatigue and jet lag. Private room, 2 guests simultaneous OK, photo-friendly. Free tea and clothes included. Just 1 stop from Shibuya!

A very unique experience learning a traditional Japanese instrument Shamisen. You can learn the history and theory, and then we will be able to play together. Play Shamisen and learn some basics. Easy to understand way of teaching. 45-50 minutes not only the basics of playing but also some history of the instrument

Why This Experience is Special Leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art made by your own hand — a souvenir for yourself, your partner, or your family that cannot be bought in any shop. This is a mindful, Zen-inspired activity held in an atmospheric café in Tokyo — a rare moment of stillness in the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. The Session 1. The Story of Shodō A brief introduction to the history of Shodō and how it differs from Western calligraphy — where imperfection is not corrected, but embraced. 2. Learning the Tools Learn to hold the brush correctly and grind your own ink by hand — a ritual unchanged for over a thousand years. 3. Write a Word That Resonates With You Choose a kanji meaningful to you — 愛 (love), 夢 (dream), 命 (life) — and paint it on traditional washi paper. 4. Your Name in Kanji Your instructor crafts a unique kanji name for you or a loved one. Paint it together, side by side.

This private day trip from Tokyo takes you into a hidden gem called Hakone, famous for Mt fuji view, shrines, museums,Lake Ashi and his natural hot springs called Onsen. The tour will bring you on a scenic private road where you can admire nature, sport cars and Mt fuji and lake view.With pickup and a private guide you don't have to worry about anything.In Hakone you can choose how to spend your time.Relax in a natural hot spring Onsen or explore the Open Air museum.Since this tour is private, you can entirely customize it or leave it to us.

What sets our bespoke, founder-led journeys apart is unparalleled access to iconic landmarks like the Ueno Ameyoko Market and hidden gems like those found in Asakusa’s historic backstreets. Partnering with a dedicated local concierge, you'll seamlessly navigate the metropolis from Harajuku's creative hubs to Tsukiji's culinary center. Perfectly suited for discerning couples, solo explorers, and families with children, this customized experience guarantees deep cultural immersion, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions. Your journey is crafted entirely around your unique interests and pace, keeping the day completely unscripted and fully yours. Whether exploring a serene temple, discovering a quiet mid-century alleyway, or shifting the tempo entirely, the itinerary is yours to command. We handle every logistical detail, ensuring a worry-free experience so you can relax and become the protagonist of your own unforgettable Tokyo adventure.

Discover the art of Kobido, a traditional Japanese facial massage that enhances your beauty while promoting relaxation. This 75-minute treatment focuses on stimulating facial muscles and improving circulation, resulting in a natural lifting effect and radiant skin. Experience the unique blend of beauty care and cultural heritage, making this facial not just a treatment but a rejuvenating journey into Japanese wellness. Perfect for anyone looking to indulge in a serene escape while revitalizing their skin's appearance.

Explore Northern Japan's rich cultural heritage on this 2-day journey from Tokyo. Visit UNESCO-listed Hiraizumi, cruise through the scenic islands of Matsushima Bay, enjoy local cuisine, and relax in a traditional Japanese hot spring resort.

This is a compact yet highly fulfilling walking tour centered on Japan’s national sport, sumo. The highlight of the tour is an exciting live sumo tournament and an exclusive visit to a sumo stable to watch morning practice. Experience the power, skill, and deep traditions of sumo up close. In addition, the tour includes visits to Sumo-related sites such as the Nominosukune Shrine and the Edo-Tokyo Museum, deepening your understanding of sumo history and culture. This short but enriching tour offers a concentrated experience of sumo and Japanese traditions, suitable for both sumo fans and those interested in Japanese culture. ＜Important Information＞ -Please note that, for safety and operational reasons, children aged 6 and under are not eligible to participate in this tour. -Sumo viewing: Chair C seats. Seat locations cannot be requested or guaranteed. -Morning training is subject to the stable’s schedule and may be unavailable.

Train one-to-one with Koshiro Minamoto, founder of BUGAKU and a martial artist with 40+ years of experience Enter a private temple setting in Tokyo, not normally open for public activities Wear dogi and hakama, and learn samurai-inspired posture, etiquette, balance, and sword movement Practice with a safe training sword through beginner-friendly guidance tailored to your level Discover how Japanese martial arts connect body, awareness, discipline, and beauty Take home memorable photos and video from your private samurai experience