Top Japan Unique Experiences

Dive into the fascinating world of sumo wrestling with this interactive experience led by retired sumo wrestlers. Learn about sumo history, techniques, and daily life, watch live sparring matches, and even step into the ring yourself for a friendly skirmish. Complete your experience with a delicious meal of Tonkatsu and Chanko Nabe, prepared by the wrestlers, with vegetarian and dietary accommodations available upon request.

the SUMO show - Sumo & Dining Experience at Dosukoi Tanaka Tokyo

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Dive into Fukuoka with a private, tailor-made walking tour that adapts to your interests and energy. From the rich history of the Fukuoka Castle Ruins to the bustling charm of Nakasu’s yatai food stalls, your guide will craft the perfect itinerary based on your preferences. With insider knowledge, a pre-tour survey, and an open line of communication, this adventure ensures an authentic and unforgettable experience through Fukuoka’s vibrant streets.

Fukuoka Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Osaka Shop

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Immerse yourself in the heart of sake culture on a small-group walking tour through Kobe’s Nada district, Japan’s top sake-producing region. Visit carefully selected breweries to taste premium sakes, including unfiltered and seasonal varieties, while learning brewing secrets and enjoying authentic hospitality. With a friendly English-speaking guide and cooling breaks, this experience suits both beginners and enthusiasts eager to appreciate sake’s unique flavors.

Kobe Sake Tour with Expert Guide: 3+ Breweries, Tastings Included

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Tokyo Bar Hopping in Shinjuku: Free-flow, Full Dinner, Golden Gai

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Tokyo Bay Shop

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Learn about Japan’s fascinating samurai and ninja history through a museum tour, where you’ll see real clothing and equipment used by these legendary figures. Don’t struggle to understand the explanation plaques, as you’ll get a guided tour in English. Get the chance to dress up in samurai costume (or typical women’s dress if you prefer), learn how to use a samurai sword, or experience non-martial traditional activities.

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at Samurai Ninja Museum Asakusa

1 hourFree Cancellation

Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour Sushi Making class with Pro Chef

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Learn all about the history and techniques of sake production—and taste a range of different sake styles—on this small-group Kyoto tour. Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum for an immersive introduction to sake. Then, follow your guide to an atmospheric local bar where you can sample a range of different sake varieties. Learn all about sake—from its history and brewing processes to distinguishing its different tastes.

Kyoto Sake Tour in Fushimi: 18 Sake Tastings & Historic Breweries

3 hoursFree Cancellation

This is not just a sake tasting — it’s a 3-hour experience that will completely change how you understand and choose sake in Japan. Led by a sake specialist, you’ll go beyond “sweet or dry” and learn how sake is actually made, why flavors differ, and how to identify your own preferences with confidence. Visit the historic Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, then enjoy a guided tasting of multiple styles of sake paired with traditional snacks — with clear, practical explanations you can use anywhere in Japan. By the end of the tour, you will know which type of sake you truly like and how to select it without hesitation - enjoy sake not just during your travels, but as part of your life. Date full? Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum on your own, then join our 1.5-hour session to learn how to choose sake you’ll love.

3-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Tastings & Pairings

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO

1 hourFree Cancellation

Osaka Shopping Experience with a Local – Private & Personalized

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Get ready for the ultimate Okinawa adventure. Enjoy the unusual and fun experience of being able to dress up in costume as you tour a city. Choose from a variety of anime, comic, or games character outfits, and explore the highlights of Okinawa in street go-karts. Take the stress out of navigating, as your guide will lead the way, and you’ll see multiple highlights in a day, such as Senagajima Island, and Kokusai Main Street.

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Perform a traditional Japanese tea ceremony dressed in a ceremonial kimono during this small-group cultural experience in Kyoto. Learn about the meaning of different kimono patterns and the history behind the tea ceremony from your guide, then watch the professional tea master prepare a cup of tea. Sip your tea and learn about Japanese manners during a tea ceremony, then enjoy the opportunity to try your hand at brewing your own.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

When traveling abroad, there is no other experience like sitting down for a meal with a local. Michiyo opens her Kyoto home to visitors to cook a meal and share conversation. Enjoy learning to make authentic Japanese cuisine, from dashi (fish broth) to chirashi sushi with your Kyoto native host. Enjoy sitting down together to for a meal with paired alcoholic drinks to accent your delicious food.

Private Japanese Home Cooking Class in Kyoto with Michiyo

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this sake-tasting session with a sake expert from the international sake sommelier team in Tokyo. Learn about different varieties of this traditional Japanese drink and the kinds of foods that pair well with it. Sample at least six different kinds of sake along with specially chosen snacks to complement them. Enjoy the experience with old friends and new, and leave with newfound knowledge to use and share.

Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku (8+ Varieties with a Pro)

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Kyoto Tour: Temples, Hidden Alleys & Local Stories

2 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Osaka like never before on a private, fully personalized walking tour with a passionate local host. From vibrant districts to serene shrines, uncover hidden gems, rich history, and dynamic culture—all tailored to your interests. Enjoy immersive stories, cultural insights, and spontaneous discoveries that reveal the city's true essence, making for an unforgettable adventure beyond the guidebooks. Note: This walking tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Osaka Private Guided Tour with a Local and a Custom Itinerary

Osaka Private Guided Tour with a Local and a Custom Itinerary

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery (Kyudo) Experience

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hiroshima Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Fukuoka Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems

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What are people saying about Japan

Peter_D, Oct 2026

A Wonderful, Personalized Tour with Ai

We really enjoyed our afternoon exploring Fukuoka with Ai. Before the tour, she asked about our interests and preferences and put together an itinerary just for us. She mentioned that her tours are often different depending on her guests, and we appreciated that personal approach. Throughout the tour, Ai shared interesting stories and insights about Japanese culture. At Gokoku Shrine, she explained the tradition of bringing girls at ages 3 and 7 and boys at age 5 to the shrine. We even saw a young boy dressed for the occasion having professional photos taken. It was a nice local touch that we might otherwise have missed. We also appreciated the extra effort Ai put into our visit. She gave us a guidebook and additional information, then followed up with a photo album and restaurant recommendations that considered our different food preferences. Ai was friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. We would happily recommend her to anyone visiting Fukuoka!

the SUMO show - Sumo & Dining Experience at Dosukoi Tanaka Tokyo

Amanda_G, Oct 2026

Incredible Sumo Experience w/ wheelchair

This Sumo experience was AWESOME! We had someone in a wheelchair and it was accessible and they made sure everyone felt included. The MC spoke English and was very engaging throughout the demonstration. The food was excellent as was the atmosphere! My twin boys and husband were able to challenge the sumos and said it was something they would do again and again! 100% recommend for anyone who is looking for a fun and interactive Sumo Experience!

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Osaka Shop

Rosie_R, Oct 2026

OMG!! Sooooo much fun!!...

OMG!! Sooooo much fun!! Driving through the streets of Osaka!! This is a MUST DO! Our guide Was from California, San Fernando Valley to be exact!!! Totally recommend doing this, just remember to get your international drivers permit from AAA before you depart to Japan!

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Jody_J, Oct 2026

Not to miss traditional tea experience

A very special experience, very friendly and informative staff. Got to pick your own kimonos and was helped dressed by the lovely staff, hair was done with accessories. Staff helped direct photo shoot and the tea ceremony with the tea master was very special.

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Akihabara

S_S, Oct 2026

One hour won’t be enough :)

A very fun experience! Recommend wearing a mask because of the exhaust fumes. Definitely something I will try again, but this time I’ll opt for the longer, 2-hour version because one hour wasn’t enough because of all the fun you’ll have driving in the streets of Japan. Wonderful guide as well.

Private Tokyo Tour: Local Guide, Custom Stops & Hidden Gems

Kathrine_M, Oct 2026

Seeing Tokyo with a friend

Exploring with Amir was like exploring a new town with an old friend. He was keen to ensure we saw what interested us, but at the same time he was able to add in some suggestions we hadn’t thought of. As this was our first time in Tokyo he gave us a quick lesson on using the metro, and pointed out an ATM near our hotel. Amir had a great knowledge of Japanese culture as well as the history behind it, but was able to make it feel like a casual conversation with a friend as opposed to a history lesson. We loved our time with Amir, and would certainly recommend doing this tour.

1.5-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Experience with Tastings & Pairings

Kobe_R, Sept 2026

Same experience

I had a great time during the sake experience! Our guide, Kiyomi, was absolutely wonderful. She was friendly, welcoming, and did a great job making sure everyone was taken care of throughout the experience. I learned a lot about sake, including the process behind making it and the culture and history surrounding it. Kiyomi explained everything in a way that was easy to understand and made the experience both fun and educational. This was definitely more than just a tasting—it was a great opportunity to learn something new while enjoying the experience. I really enjoyed my time and would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in Japanese culture and sake. I will definitely be going back!

Kyoto Samurai Experience

Jessica_G, Aug 2026

Unique Once in a Lifetime

We loved this experience!!! Being able to learn the history of the samurai in a real samurai house and then swing a samurai sword was incredible! This experience was so immersive. We got to wear traditional samurai outfits and practice the mental meditation too. The staff and samurai instructors were amazing and even took pictures for us! Highly recommend, it was a huge highlightbof our entire trip!

3-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Tastings & Pairings

Julie_e, July 2026

Great Sake Experience

This was one of the best and most informative experiences we've ever enjoyed. Our host Chika was energetic, knowledgeable and an expert on the history, production and types of sake. We learned a ton and tried many types of sake during our tasting. Wouid highly recommend this experience in Kyoto.

Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour

Glenn_M, July 2026

A different experience

If you’re thinking about taking a rickshaw tour in Asakusa, ask for Diego. We had such a brilliant experience with him from start to finish. He was so friendly and easy to chat to that it felt like we were exploring the area with a local friend rather than being on a tour. His English was excellent, which made it easy to ask questions, and he shared some really interesting stories and insights about Asakusa that we would never have discovered on our own. He also took some fantastic photographs for us along the way. He knew all the best spots and made sure we came away with memories we’ll genuinely treasure, not just the usual quick holiday snaps. The tour was relaxed, fun and full of little details that made us appreciate the area even more. Diego has a great personality and genuinely enjoys meeting people, which really comes across. One of our favourite moments was teaching him the Irish word “craic”. Hopefully he’s adding it to every tour now because he definitely brought plenty of it himself! Thank you, Diego, for making our visit so memorable. You’re a credit to the team and we’ll be recommending you to anyone visiting Tokyo.

Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Tokyo Bay Shop

Rebekah_K, July 2026

One of our favorite things in Tokyo!!

This was a 10/10 experience!! We had an amazing guide who took us around the city, taking photos of us and making sure we all had turns in the front. The Rainbow Bridge was a big highlight, and you get to go on it twice. We did the mid-day option which we loved, as there wasn’t much traffic so we could go fast. We loved our time and highly recommend this company!!