Top Japan Shore Excursions - page 39

This 4hr private customized walking tour includes a 2hr Geisha (Geigi) performance and dinner experience! Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa with your English-speaking guide, who will efficiently show you the city, such as Kenrokuen Garden—one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens—Higashi Chaya District, a teahouse area from the Edo period. After the walk, enjoy a rare Geisha experience—typically not open to first-time visitors—in a private setting at a historic machiya. Watch elegant traditional dance and join in ozashiki games. Then savor a beautifully prepared Shokado bento dinner from a long-established ryotei (traditional Japanese fine dining restaurant). Choose 2-3 spots from the list in the tour information to create your itinerary and inform your guide post booking. Note*1:Children age 6 and under are free. Dinner not included, but you may bring food. Note*2:Minimum charge is for two adults, so if your group has one adult and one child, please count the child as an adult.

This 4hr private customized walking tour includes a 2hr Geisha (Geigi) performance and Tea time experience! Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa with your English-speaking guide, who will efficiently show you the city, such as Kenrokuen Garden—one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens—Higashi Chaya District, a teahouse area from the Edo period. After the walk, enjoy a rare Geisha experience—typically not open to first-time visitors—in a private setting at a historic machiya. Watch elegant traditional dance and join in ozashiki games. Then have a relax moment tasting Matcha tea with a traditional beatiful sweet. Choose 2-3 spots from the list in the tour information to create your itinerary and inform your guide post booking. Note*1:Children age 6 and under are free. Dinner not included, but you may bring food. Note*2:Minimum charge is for two adults, so if your group has one adult and one child, please count the child as an adult.

Spend 5 hours exploring Osaka’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems with a licensed guide, who will share cultural insights and local tips along the way. After the tour, join a one-hour workshop at Matcha Making Osaka, located near lively Dotonbori. Learn the history of matcha, prepare it using traditional tools, and enjoy your own matcha with delicate Japanese sweets. No experience is needed asyour friendly English-speaking staff will guide you. A refreshing way to experience both the energy of Osaka and the mindfulness of Japanese tea culture.

Experience Japan’s culinary artistry on this exclusive tour, which includes a 4-hour guided walk followed by a 2-hour Wagyu & Sake Pairing Dinner. Discover Tokyo's landmarks and hidden gems with insights from your licensed guide. After sightseeing, your guide will accompany you to EMC – Enjoy Meat Club, near Tokyo Skytree. Here, enjoy a 7-course Wagyu omakase dinner, each paired with seasonal sake. For non-drinkers, up to 3 glasses of craft juice are available. Tour Includes: 4-hour guided walking tour in Tokyo Licensed, English-speaking guide 7-course Wagyu omakase dinner Seasonal sake pairings (or craft juice alternative) Important Notes: Participants must be 12 years or older. Alcohol is served only to guests 20+ (legal drinking age in Japan) Please inform us in advance of any allergies or gluten-free requests. The dining experience lasts about 2 hours. The dinner is not private; other guests may be present during the experience.

Your licensed local guide will take you on a 4-hour private sightseeing tour of Osaka, exploring some of the city’s highlights and hidden gems. Along the way, you’ll discover Osaka’s vibrant culture, history, and must-see spots with the insights of a friendly local professional. You can choose 2 to 3 spots to see from the itinerary/what to expect list to craft your tour! After sightseeing, your guide will escort you to the Sushi Making Japan facility in Osaka, where you’ll join a fun and interactive sushi-making class. Learn how to roll sushi, shape rice, and create your own delicious masterpieces with the help of local instructors! At this point, your guide will say farewell, and you’ll continue your experience directly with an English-speaking instructor for an (estimated) 2hr sushi making experience.

This tour includes a 4-hour private guided walking tour and a 1-hour Wagyu Katsu Sandwich Cooking Class at EMC Tokyo, located near Tokyo Skytree. Before your culinary experience, enjoy a walking tour with our licensed guide, who will then accompany you to EMC. At EMC – Enjoy Meat Club, an English-speaking instructor will guide you step by step in making Japan’s beloved Wagyu Katsu Sandwich. You’ll also compare Wagyu with Tonkatsu and Chicken Katsu sandwiches, learning the secrets of premium Wagyu along the way. Tour Includes: 4-hour guided walking tour in Tokyo Licensed, English-speaking guide 1-hour Wagyu Katsu Sandwich Cooking Class at EMC Alcoholic beverages (non-drinkers: up to 3 craft juices) Important Notes: Participants must be 12 years or older. Alcohol is served only to guests 20+ (legal drinking age in Japan). Please inform us in advance of any allergies or gluten-free requests. The cooking class is not private; other guests may be present during the experience.

This 6hr walking tour includes 2hr Sumo Show Lunch at Asakusa Sumo Club. Before your lunch, you will go on a walking tour with your licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Asakusa sumo club after a 4 hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the lunch will be at 12noon or 3PM. The estimated time for the lunch will be about 4 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.

This 5 hr tour includes a 4hr Tokyo city walking tour with our guide portion and 1 hr at Robot Pilot Base Tour at PATLABOR LAB. Your guide will drop you off at PATLABOR LAB after a 4 hour walking tour. You can feel like you are the main character of the anime by visiting INGRAM(PATLABOR LAB), the 5 meters class giant robot that appears in the anime. Step into the world of Mobile Police Patlabor at the facility in Tokyo where you can find INGRAM. Explore human-operated robot research and development facility at PATLABOR LAB! Tour Includes: Guided walking tour in Tokyo Robot Pilot Base Tour at PATLABOR LAB *The Robot Pilot Base Tour may last around 40 minutes depending on the situation* 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 ‘itinerary’ list. *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.*

Join this exclusive 3-hour guided walking tour through the historic streets of Asakusa, where your guide will share fascinating stories and hidden gems. Explore landmarks such as Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, and charming backstreets. After sightseeing, your guide will accompany you to "Miyakodori" for a rare opportunity to experience authentic geisha culture. Enjoy a 75-minute intimate program featuring a graceful dance performance with live shamisen music, a playful "ozashiki-asobi game", and a commemorative photo session with the geisha. Matcha and Japanese sweets are served during the experience. Important Notes: 1. Each guest is required to order at least one drink. Drink fee is included in the tour price. If you would like to order any premium alcoholic beverages, please pay the price difference directly to the restaurant yourself. 2. Please wear socks or stockings when entering "Miyakodori". 3. Kindly refrain from wearing strong perfume.

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.

Experience the spirit of Toba on a relaxed 6-hour journey blending ocean culture, sacred scenery, and traditional town life. Surrounded by Mie’s beautiful coastline, Toba has long been shaped by its deep connection to the sea. On this walking tour, explore the town’s maritime heritage, learn the story of Japan’s cultured pearls, and discover the traditions of the remarkable Ama female divers who have free-dived for centuries. Stroll along the harbor, enjoy scenic coastal views, and visit places that reflect both innovation and tradition — from the birthplace of pearl cultivation to museums preserving fishing community life. The journey continues to the sacred shoreline near Meoto Iwa, where two rocks joined by a rope symbolize harmony and good fortune. Nearby, wander through the nostalgic streets of Okage Yokocho, lined with traditional architecture and local flavors. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic seaside culture at a comfortable pace, entirely on foot.

Your licensed local guide will take you on a 4-hour private sightseeing tour of Tokyo, exploring some of the city’s highlights and hidden gems. You can choose 2 to 3 spots from the itinerary to customize your tour. After sightseeing, your guide will escort you to the Sushi Making Japan facility in Tokyo, where you’ll join a fun and interactive sushi-making class. Learn how to roll sushi, shape rice, and create your own delicious masterpieces with the help of local instructors! At this point, your guide will say farewell, and you’ll continue your experience directly with an English-speaking instructor for Sushi making experience!

Discover the authentic flavors of Fukuoka on this private food tour led by a government-licensed English-speaking guide. Savor iconic Hakata ramen and hearty motsunabe (offal hot pot) while exploring the vibrant local food scene. Enjoy a fully personalized experience tailored to your interests and pace.

Discover Fukuoka's legendary yatai (outdoor food stalls) with a government-licensed English-speaking guide. Enjoy a private evening tour sampling iconic local dishes — tonkotsu ramen, yakitori, and mentaiko — at authentic stalls along the Nakasu and Tenjin areas, tailored entirely to your group.

Explore the soul of Kanazawa through its food on this private, fully customizable tour led by a friendly government-licensed local guide. The highlight is Omicho Market, the city's lively kitchen for nearly 300 years, where narrow lanes overflow with the Sea of Japan's freshest catch. Your guide walks you through the bustling stalls, helps you choose the best spots, and introduces local specialties such as just-caught sushi, sweet snow crab, plump oysters and creamy sea urchin, explaining the seasonal catch and regional food culture while handling the ordering so you can simply relax and eat like a local. Because this is a private experience for your group only, the pace is entirely yours. Ask all the questions you like and let your guide tailor the day to your tastes, from market sampling to local sake and Kanazawa's refined Kaga cuisine. More than just a meal, it is a warm, personal welcome to Kanazawa.

Discover the soul of Hiroshima through its most beloved comfort food on this private, fully customizable food tour led by a friendly government-licensed local guide. Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is unlike any other in Japan: delicate layers of thin batter, a mountain of cabbage, springy yakisoba noodles, egg, pork and a glossy sweet-and-savory sauce, all grilled to order on a sizzling teppan right in front of you. Your guide takes you to the heart of the local food scene, helps you choose the perfect stall, explains each ingredient and the proud history behind this regional specialty, and handles the ordering so you can simply relax and eat like a local. Because this is a private experience for your group only, the pace is entirely yours. Ask all the questions you like and let your guide tailor the day to your tastes. More than just a meal, it is a warm, personal welcome to Hiroshima.

Discover the charm of Matsuyama and the Seto Inland Sea on this private tour led by a government-licensed local guide. Located on the island of Shikoku, Ehime Prefecture is known for its beautiful scenery, rich cultural heritage, and relaxed atmosphere. Together with your guide, explore some of Matsuyama's highlights and gain insight into the region's local lifestyle and traditions. Stroll around the historic Dogo Onsen area, one of Japan's oldest hot spring towns, and experience the unique character of this charming castle town. Along the way, you may have the opportunity to discover local specialties and regional flavors that make Ehime unique. Because this is a fully private and customizable experience, the pace and itinerary can be tailored to your interests, making it ideal for couples, families, and travelers seeking an authentic experience beyond the usual tourist trail. *Please note that food and drink costs are not included and will be at your own expense.

Savor one of the world's most coveted delicacies on this private Kobe beef dining experience led by a government-licensed local guide. Renowned for its intense marbling, buttery texture, and deep umami flavor, authentic Kobe beef comes only from Tajima-strain cattle raised under strict standards in Hyogo Prefecture. Your guide will introduce you to the elegant Kitano district of historic Western-style mansions before you settle in at a teppanyaki counter, where a skilled chef grills premium cuts to perfection right in front of you. Learn how to distinguish genuine Kobe beef, understand its grading, and discover the culture behind this celebrated wagyu. Because this is a fully private, customizable experience, the pace and focus are tailored to you, making it perfect for couples, families, and food lovers seeking an unforgettable taste of Kobe.

Discover Osaka's legendary street-food culture on this private, fully customizable walking tour led by a friendly government-licensed local guide. Known as Japan's kitchen, Osaka is the birthplace of takoyaki and okonomiyaki and a paradise for hungry travelers. Stroll the neon-lit Dotonbori canal, dive into the bustling stalls of Kuromon Ichiba Market, and wander the retro streets of Shinsekai beneath Tsutenkaku Tower. Along the way you will sample local icons such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, fresh seafood, and wagyu skewers while your guide shares the stories behind each dish. Because this is a private tour for your group only, the pace and the food are up to you, whether you crave street snacks, a cozy izakaya experience, or both. Perfect for first-time visitors and returning foodies alike, it is an authentic, personal, and delicious taste of Osaka. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

This private tour is designed for cruise passengers arriving in Beppu, Japan's greatest hot-spring city. Your government-licensed English-speaking guide and private vehicle meet you right at Beppu Port (or a nearby hotel) and take you straight to the highlights, with no time wasted on logistics. Over 6 fully customizable hours you choose 2-3 destinations and your guide tailors the day to you. Marvel at the cobalt-blue Sea Hell and the steaming crimson Blood Pond Hell, meet the wild monkeys of Takasakiyama, explore the yunohana steam huts of Myoban Onsen, or cook your own lunch with natural geothermal steam at a jigoku-mushi workshop. Prefer something gentler? Add the stylish hot-spring town of Yufuin. With your own private vehicle the pace is entirely yours - ideal for families, seniors, and small groups wanting comfort and a friendly local expert. You'll return to your ship relaxed and on time, having seen the very best of Beppu in one seamless day.

This private tour is designed for travelers arriving at Ibaraki Port in Hitachinaka by cruise ship. We pick you up at the cruise terminal or hotels near the port, and a government-licensed, English-speaking guide accompanies you in a comfortable private vehicle - an easy, relaxing way to explore Ibaraki Prefecture. Enjoy a 8-hour customizable tour and choose 3 to 4sights you like most. Wander the flower hills of Hitachi Seaside Park, where blue nemophila bloom in spring and red kochia glow in autumn. See the dramatic seaside torii of Oarai Isosaki Shrine, stroll the plum gardens of Mito's Kairakuen, or marvel at the towering Ushiku Daibutsu. You can also taste fresh seafood at a fish market, see the four-tiered Fukuroda Falls, or explore samurai history at the Kodokan. Your guide tailors the day to your pace and interests. With door-to-door transport and no worries about trains or timetables, it is the perfect worry-free shore excursion before you return to your ship.

This private tour is perfect for cruise travelers visiting Hiroshima. With a licensed multilingual guide and private vehicle, explore Hiroshima’s highlights and the sacred island of Miyajima in comfort. Visit Itsukushima Shrine and its famous floating torii gate, stroll Omotesando Street, and see Miyajima’s friendly deer. In Hiroshima, discover the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkeien Garden. The itinerary is fully customizable to your interests. ※Please note: Access to Miyajima is by ferry. Sightseeing on the island is done on foot while your vehicle waits on the mainland. After returning by ferry, you will rejoin your vehicle and continue the tour.

This private tour is designed for travelers arriving in Yokohama by cruise ship. We pick you up at Yokohama Port (Osanbashi Pier) or hotels near the port. With a friendly, government-licensed English-speaking guide and a comfortable private vehicle, it is a relaxing way to explore Yokohama. Enjoy a 6-hour private tour, fully customizable to your interests - simply choose 2 to 3 destinations from the itinerary. In Yokohama, you can stroll the futuristic Minato Mirai 21 waterfront, visit the historic Red Brick Warehouse, explore Japan’s largest Chinatown, relax at seaside Yamashita Park, or enjoy the beautiful Sankeien Garden. Because the tour is private, the pace is flexible and tailored to you. Your guide shares the history of each place, helps you find great local food, and ensures you return to your ship on time.

This private tour is designed for travelers arriving at Kobe Port by cruise ship. We pick you up at the cruise terminal or hotels near the port, and a government-licensed, English-speaking guide accompanies you in a comfortable private vehicle - an easy, relaxing way to explore Kobe and the surrounding Hyogo area. Enjoy a 6-hour customizable tour and choose 2 to 3 sights you like most. Stroll the waterfront at Meriken Park beneath the iconic red Port Tower, wander the historic Kitano district of Western-style residences, and soak up the lanterns and street food of Nankinmachi Chinatown. Ride up Mt Rokko or the Nunobiki Herb Garden ropeway for sweeping views over the city and bay, relax in the old hot-spring town of Arima Onsen, or admire the vast Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Foodies can savour famous Kobe beef. Your private guide tailors the day to your pace and interests. With comfortable door-to-door transport, it is the perfect worry-free shore excursion before you return to your ship.