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This Tokyo tour packs a lot into a couple of hours—making it perfect for travelers with limited time. Instead of following a map, enjoy having a guide to lead the way and show you the best of Harajuku, including Takeshita Street. The tour also visits the prime photo opportunities of Shibuya Crossing and Meiji Jingu Shrine with guide commentary throughout.

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.

Orient yourself on your first day in Tokyo, and see the city through the eyes of a local. During this customized tour with your personal host, learn how to navigate and use Tokyo’s transport system. Choose from the city’s most famous attractions, or explore up-and-coming neighborhoods. Understand cultural practices, find the best places to eat, and get advice on Tokyo’s nightlife scene.

See the highlights of Kyoto on a full-day tour from Tokyo. Learn about the history of the region from your guide as you visit top attractions including Fushimi Inari Taisha, Sanjusangen-do Hall, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Kyoto, and take a round-trip ride on the super-speed bullet train.

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.

The Ginza district of Tokyo is one of the best places to enjoy seeing a blend of both new and historic architecture. A tour guide will make sure you don’t miss a single opportunity to learn about these iconic buildings. This private walking tour is customizable to your interests and knowledge base, and will take you to sights you may not be able to access on your own. You’ll end the tour with great photos, feeling like a Ginza expert yourself.

Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts. As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Mt. Fuji, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest. Begin at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, where the five-story pagoda frames Japan’s iconic peak, then take in the serene reflections of Mt. Fuji on the waters of Lake Kawaguchiko. Wander through a charming traditional village, and explore the mysterious Aokigahara Forest, home to hidden lava caves and the stories of the mountain. Experience Japan’s spiritual heritage as you visit ancient shrines and scenic spots, each revealing a different perspective of Mt. Fuji’s timeless beauty. Our qualified guide and driver will provide tailored recommendations, ensuring you see the best seasonal sights. We offer 2 options in this tour: Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko (list from 1-19), or Mt. Fuji and Hakone (lists No.20-)

First-time visitors to Tokyo who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private walking tour that utilizes the public transport system. Experience both modern and ancient Tokyo at attractions like the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, and more. Foodies will be kept satisfied with lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and shopaholics will love Asakusa. Select the "customizable tour" option and contact your guide two weeks in advance to create a fully personalized itinerary.

Explore the electric nighttime atmosphere of Tokyo during this 3-hour, small-group evening photography tour. Learn from a professional photographer guide how to capture street photography and candid moments of Tokyo's nightlife. Wander the neon-tinged streets of Tokyo’s Shinjuku and Shibuya, learning tips for composition and technique along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for great shots and you’re sure to capture some great images of both the city’s iconic and lesser-known sights.

Enjoy sightseeing near Japan’s iconic Mt. Fuji, including a Lake Ashi cruise and a visit to Mt. Komagatake, during this full-day trip by coach from Tokyo. See the celebrated Mt. Fuji during a stop at its famous 5th Station, then take a laid-back boat cruise on beautiful Lake Ashi before touring Mt. Komagatake’s ropeway and summit, offering amazing views of nearby Hakone National Park. Opt to include a Japanese lunch.

Make the most of your time in Tokyo with a customizable private sightseeing tour. You'll get an overview of the bustling city in less than a day, and a chauffeured car will take you between destinations, saving you the hassle of public transportation. Navigate the city efficiently with a licensed private guide and get tips for the rest of your stay.

Have a Fully Fluent Japanese speaking Tour Guide, Familiar with all corners of the Shibuya and Shinjuku Areas get you where you wanna be with style. Private transportation courtesy of a Limousine with customized lighting and bluetooth enabled audio. Best suggestions for Club Bar and Food experiences to punctuate your Epic Night. One hour pricing can be extended as available (depending on our reservation schedule)

Explore the steel and glass jungle of Tokyo in a new light during this photography workshop. Improve your composition techniques with the help of a local photographer who joins you on an adventure in two Tokyo neighborhoods: Shimbashi and Ginza. Capture skyscraper-strewn landscapes and dramatic views of the city’s architecture. This small-group photography experience, perfect for novices and experts alike, is limited to six participants.

Tokyo's fashion districts sit close together but cover wildly different styles—Harajuku's street fashion, Shibuya's youth-driven trends, and the upscale international luxury brands of Omotesando and Aoyama—and moving between them without context means missing the contrasts that define each area. A private guide threads the four districts into one route with street food stops including crepes, cotton candy, and shaved ice.

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.

Experience the magic of Mt. Fuji and Hakone on a customizable full-day private tour from Tokyo. Travel in comfort with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver as you explore iconic sites like Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi, Owakudani Valley, Hakone Shrine, and more. Choose from curated routes or build your own adventure for a flexible, scenic, and stress-free day trip.

This small-group tour helps you learn about two Japanese cultural icons: the art of Hokusai and the tradition of Sumo wrestling. Find out stories from your guide that you’d miss on solo explorations, including why Ryogoku is such a sacred place for sumo wrestlers, and the artistic evolution of Hokusai and the Ukiyo-e art style.

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.

Discover a side of Tokyo that most guidebooks miss on this small-group underground music scene tour that’s perfect for music-lovers. Explore a range of different venues across the city: Grab a drink while listening to tunes in smaller hole-in-the-wall venues, dance to DJs in skyscraper vinyl bars, and experience the electricity at house music locations.

Get to know Tokyo's cultural-filled neighborhood of Ueno at your own pace on a private walking tour. You’ll orient yourself around Ueno Park, passing serene temples such as Kiyomizu Kannondo and hearing the history behind the Toshogu Shine. Then, you’ll visit Tokyo National Museum for a walkthrough of Japan’s history and culture.

The Tokyo National Museum houses some of Japan’s most significant artifacts but if you’re not familiar with the museum’s exhibits it can be tricky to know where to start. Make the most of your time on this private half-day tour with a guide who helps you discover Buddhist statues, samurai swords, ancient kimonos, and more. Enjoy easy logistics with hotel pickup included.

See Tokyo like a local with this trip around town, complete with a local host. You'll get to visit many of the city's top attractions and off-the-beaten-track gems, with stops to eat and drink at local cafes (own expense). Combine walking with public transport when needed. Your guide will also be on hand to give you advice and recommendations as you plan for the rest of your trip.

Ueno Park is well-known for its springtime cherry blossoms and its important museums. But many visitors miss the fact that it is also filled with great works of architecture by the likes of Tadao Ando, Le Corbusier, and Kunio Maekawa. Enjoy the opportunity to appreciate these works on this private guided tour, which takes you to each site, provides context, and includes entrance to the National Museum of Western Art and Tokyo National Museum.

Turn the Shibuya Incident from “I remember that scene” into “I stood there.” We begin near Harajuku / Meiji-jingumae, then ride straight to the exact subway platform where Gojo clashes with special-grade threats and is sealed in the Prison Realm. From there, we walk the arc in story order across 7 key battlefields and turning points, including Yuji vs. Choso, Jogo vs. Nanami, Maki, and Naobito, Megumi’s major turning points, and Nanami’s final battle, so the real distances, scale, sightlines, and crowd flow finally click. At each stop, I’ll show screenshots for precise scene matching and help you recreate iconic compositions if you want photos (solo travelers welcome). This is more than a photo stop—it is a geography-and-storytelling decode led by a guide with anime-production experience. Shibuya Incident spoilers: yes. Finish by crossing Shibuya Scramble and ending at a little-known indoor viewpoint.