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If you want to get off the beaten path and explore the non-touristy parts of Tokyo, this is the tour for you. Your licensed guide will take you through some local neighborhoods and down different streets giving you a taste of local life. You can also choose from a list of sites and customize your trip if you like.

Exploring Tokyo’s Imperial Palace can be overwhelming without extensive research, but this guided tour simplifies everything. Enjoy a relaxed stroll through stunning gardens, discover the palace's rich history, and get insider tips on the best photo spots. With a guide leading the way, you can effortlessly immerse yourself in Japan’s cultural and historical treasures.

Experience the natural beauty of Japan’s tallest peak without having to navigate public transportation on this all-day excursion. After a convenient pickup in central Tokyo, catch amazing views of Mt. Fuji from Arakurayama Sengen Park and admire local crafts at Kawaguchiko Craft Park. Stroll among Oishi Park’s flowers and catch more mountain views before finishing at a traditional village beside Lake Saiko.

Avoid the challenges of navigating Tokyo’s maze-like metro system and save time on a private sightseeing tour by car with hotel pickup. Get a solid overview of Tokyo even if you’re short on time and visit only the spots that interest you the most in this customizable tour. Focus on food, shopping, history, or a combination.

Learn to draw manga from a professional manga artist in Tokyo’s Nakano neighborhood. During this class, use the manga tools provided, such as screen tone, manga pens and ink, and manga paper. Whether you're just starting out or a practicing manga artist wanting to hone your skills, the instructor will tailor their teaching to your skills. Take home your completed piece of art as a souvenir.

Explore the best that Tokyo has to offer on a full-day private sightseeing tour. Choose from a set itinerary or customize your own with your English-speaking driver to see the locations of the most interest to you. Visit key landmarks like Sensoji Temple, the Skytree building, the Shibuya crossing and more as you listen to commentary about the history and culture of the city.

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.

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.

Discover Japan beyond Tokyo on this full-day tour to see Mt. Fuji. During the coach journey, admire the natural beauty of Hakone and relax over lunch with views of the highest mountain in Japan, Mt. Fuji. Climb aboard a boat for a scenic tour on Lake Ashi and go for a cable car ride in Hakone area.

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.

Tour two of Japan’s most famous markets in one tour today, Toyosu and Tsukiji, all with a licensed guide who knows their stuff. You’ll experience food culture like a local does, buying and sampling the freshest fish in the country. Your guide will help you navigate the market, which can be daunting if you’re on your own.

Combine the cultural delights and delectable bites of Tokyo on this food-focused evening walking tour. Delve into the culinary scene of the city by visiting several bars and restaurants popular with locals. Sample traditional snacks, from grilled skewers to sake, with your local guide on hand to translate menus and interpret. Deepen your knowledge of Japanese cuisine and enjoy a fun evening out in Tokyo.

This walking tour of Shinjuku’s buzzing areas of Golden Gai and Kabukicho is the perfect way to discover great bars, restaurants, and food stalls, without having to do any research. Discover new haunts, and feast on local specialties, such as ramen and “yakitori” (skewers). Learn about local history from your guide, and best of all, enjoy the perk of having tastings included.

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.

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.

Get an intimate look at Tokyo during this bike tour. Discover the city’s hidden paths and top landmarks, cycling beneath the skyscrapers of Shinjuku to a local shrine and exploring neighborhoods like Ginza and Roppongi Hills. Pass landmarks like Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi Park, and the Imperial Palace before ending at the top of the 48-story Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. A guide, bike, and helmet are included.

Escape from Tokyo and immerse yourself in the natural wonders surrounding the World Heritage Site of Mount Fuji! Maximize your time in Japan by visiting Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Kamakura-Enoshima in one day. Start your adventure with a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi, a stunning caldera lake where you can enjoy breathtaking landscapes and views of Mount Fuji on clear days. Experience the Hakone Ropeway, which offers incredible views of Lake Ashi, Mount Fuji, and the spectacular Owakudani sulfur fields. Don’t miss the chance to try the local specialty: black eggs, cooked in the hot spring waters. The final stop is the Enoshima island, which also offers beautiful views of Mount Fuji. Explore highlights such as the Enoshima Shrine, Sagami Bay, and Benzaiten Shopping Street, which are worth exploring. Join us for a memorable journey that perfectly blends nature, history, and culture. Depart from Tokyo or Shinjuku, embark on a day of Mt. Fuji exploration with our friendly and professional guide.

Follow a local guide through the iconic Thunder Gate to Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest temple. Discover Asakusa’s famous street food and souvenir streets, enjoyed by locals for generations. Highlights: ・Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo’s oldest temple ・A rare place where a Buddhist temple and Shinto shrine coexist ・Local street food with tasting ・Pro chef knife shop ・Samurai sword & ninja gear store

If you are interested in Tokyo’s seafood markets, then this early-morning tour is an excellent choice. Set off on a private visit to Toyosu Market, where you can watch the famous tuna auction with useful commentary from your guide. Afterwards, continue to Tsukiji Jogai Market to enjoy tastings and browse ingredients and cooking utensils. Here, a guide can help translate for you and give recommendations for potential foodie souvenirs.

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.

Kamakura served as Japan's capital from the 12th to the 14th century and is home to a concentration of temples and shrines that requires local knowledge to navigate efficiently—particularly for visitors with limited time in the city. This guided day tour covers Hase-dera Temple, Hokokuji Temple, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, with a guide providing historical context at each stop.

Get a first-hand experience of traditional Japanese culture with this small-group samurai experience in Asakusa. You'll have the opportunity to put on a traditional samurai outfit, including armor and helmet, pose for photos, and learn how to (safely) wield a katana just like a real samurai. The experience includes a tour of the Samurai and Ninja Museum.

If you’re a fan of sushi, learn to make it yourself the authentic Japanese way during a sushi-making cooking class in Tsukiji. Your expert sushi-chef instructor will share insider tips and guide you through fish preparation, knife techniques, and sushi shaping. Learn about different types of sushi, and make two—nigiri and rolled sushi—before enjoying your creations. Sake and soft drinks are available for purchase to complement your meal.

Learn how to whisk matcha like a pro during this matcha-matching class in the heart of Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most traditional neighborhoods. Under the guidance of your instructor, learn the art of preparing matcha step by step then enjoy a cup accompanied by some delicious traditional Japanese sweets.