Top Chiba Day Trips

Mt. Fuji, with an elevation of 3, 776 meters, is Japan's tallest mountain and has been loved by the Japanese for centuries. Also, Mt. Fuji is a sacred mountain and there is a practice of making a circuit of eight lakes, Hakkaimeguri - including the five lakes included in the Fujigoko (Fuji Five Lakes) - became a ritual among many Fuji-ko adherents. I will take you to some spots where we can see beautiful Mt. Fuji. We will visit Oshino Hakkai, Arakurayama Sengen shrine ( Chureito pagoda ), and Oishi Park. Whether we can see Mt. Fuji or not depends on weather conditions, but we can try to do our best to find the spot to get the chance to see it. However, sometimes Mt. Fuji cannot be seen at all. Thank you for your understanding in advance. The itinerary might be changed due to weather conditions or other reasons. This tour can be customized to your interests and preferences. Let me know any place you wish to visit.

If you’ve already visited the main highlights in Tokyo, how about exploring some beautiful, religious, and local spots? A nationally licensed guide will take you to one of Tokyo’s nine greatest gardens, Kiyosumi Garden, the local shopping street Sunamachi Ginza, and Fukagawa Fudōdō. This tour is likely to be a delightful mystery for you. Enjoy experiencing the real Tokyo through these three spots during your stay. This tour is great for any types of travelers , such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.

Embark on an exciting journey from Tokyo to explore Hakone's premier attractions such as cable car, rope way, mountain train, Hakone Tozan Railway! Discover the wonders of Owakudani, the serenity of Lake Ashi, and the cultural richness of Hakone Shrine. You can also add hot spring if interested! This tour is led by National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests! Hakone tour is easily affected by weather condition. We might have to modify the itinerary depending on the weather condition.

Our tour offers a unique and enriching experience that combines the natural beauty of Mount Fuji with Japan’s cultural heritage. Led by an experienced and knowledgeable guide, we provide a personalized journey to iconic sites like the Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchiko, and the serene Oshino Hakkai Village. What sets us apart is our focus on providing an intimate experience with small group sizes, ensuring attention to detail and a relaxed atmosphere. With activities like speed boat rides and scenic walks, combined with expert local insights, this tour offers both adventure and relaxation, making it an unforgettable experience.

There are two main highlights of this tour. One is that this is a hands-on tour where you can harvest and cook local Kawagoe vegetables, and the other is that you can walk around the streets with a guide who is familiar with Kawagoe. This tour is especially recommended for the people who would like to learn all about the charms of Kawagoe and interested in Japanese agriculture and experience. You can have an experience of harvesting and cooking with local vegetables. The harvesting tour, in particular, is organized with the cooperation of Kawagoe City facilities. You can also communicate with local people. This tour is sure to be an unforgettable trip where you can feel the charm of Kawagoe all day long! We are looking forward to your application.

This tour is the best tour to see one of the greatest world heritage sites in Japan. You can relax in a private car, learn Japanese history, appriciate beautiful architectures, and views. This tour is led by National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests! Optional tours such as strawberry picking and 3D latte art are available only during certain periods and days of the week!

Let's take a walk in the Yokosuka area, where the Mikasa, one of the world's three most famous memorial ships, is preserved! Mikasa fought valiantly as the flagship of the Allied Fleet led by Commander-in-Chief Heihachiro Togo during the Battle of the Sea of Japan, contributing to the historic victory. The battleship Mikasa is kept in Mikasa Park, where visitors can see a statue of Heihachiro Togo and other spots that symbolize the era. Walking around this area, which has a unique atmosphere of both Japan and the United States as a town of the U.S. military stationed in Yokosuka after World War II, will surely be a memorable part of your trip.

Kamakura is a historical city in the Kanagawa prefecture, which is known as "the Kyoto of Kanto region". It's a very popular tourist destination that attracts both locals and travellers due to presenting more than 100 temples and shrines. This tour will give you the opportunity to enjoy Japanese history and culture in Kamakura, visiting the historical place where the legendary Japanese Samurai emerged. Among the highlights to experience are a panoramic viewpoint in a mountain where a temple is located, where the ground has a large variety of blooming flowers. Another one will be seeing the bronze statue of a Buddha from the 12th century. As a Nationally Licensed Guide Interpreter, I will be able to tell you the story behind why it was constructed. I will be glad to see you and guide you in Kamakura city. Bare in mind the order of the stops listed below can be arranged at your preference.

In this tour, you can take a tour around Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Matsushima is easily accessible from Sendai and Ishinomaki areas, and is a popular cruise port of call tour. In Matsushima, there are many spots where you can enjoy the rich natural scenery as well as history and culture at a leisurely pace, such as Fukuurajima Island, where you can cross a bridge along the sea to enjoy a stroll, and Entsuji Temple, famous for its Japanese garden. The area is also famous for its abundance of gourmet foods, especially oysters. Please enjoy the scenery that has been popular in Japan for a long time with a local guide!

This tour is one of the most popular hiking tours around Tokyo. The guide will pick you up at your hotel in Tokyo and take trains to Kita kamakura station. You will find the entrance of Kuzuharaoka/Great Buddha Hiking Course in 5 or 10 mins. This hiking trail is on Mt. Genji which is 1 km long and offers some attractive spots on it, for example, shrines, statues, etc. You can also enjoy Money laundering at Zeniaraibenzaiten Shrine. It is said that performing a ritual coin washing here will multiply your wealth. You will see the Great Buddha at the ending point of this trail and go back to your hotel in Tokyo after it.

Explore Shosenkyo, Japan’s most beautiful valley, with stunning cliffs, clear streams, and seasonal beauty. A must-visit Yamanashi gem loved by all, offering new discoveries every time! It has been designated as a national special place of scenic beauty, and is said to be "Japan's most beautiful valley,'' making it a tourist attraction. You can see granite cliffs carved out over a long period of time, strangely shaped rocks, and clear, abundant streams of water, and the promenade along the valley allows you to get up close to the beauty of the valley, which changes with the seasons. You can enjoy it. It is loved by many people as a popular tourist spot in Yamanashi, along with Mt. Fuji, and you can enjoy it with your family and friends. Every time you visit, you'll find new discoveries and more sights to see, so why not take a tour to Shosenkyo, a place you'll enjoy no matter how many times you visit?

Explore the iconic Mt. Fuji and its stunning surroundings on this exclusive full-day private tour. Enjoy the flexibility of a personalized itinerary with a knowledgeable guide who shares insights into the cultural significance of the region. Visit breathtaking spots like Oishi Park and Chureito Pagoda, and take in views that make for unforgettable memories. You'll also stop by the Kirin Fuji Gotemba Distillery, where you can learn about Japanese whisky craftsmanship and sample its rich flavors against the backdrop of Mt. Fuji. With included hotel pickup, this tour offers a seamless experience perfect for travelers seeking a unique, in-depth exploration of Japan's natural beauty and local flavors. - Full-day private tour of Mt. Fuji with expert guide - Hotel pickup included for convenience - Visit scenic locations like Oishi Park and Chureito Pagoda - Whisky tasting experience at Kirin Fuji Gotemba Distillery

Mt. Fuji, standing at 3,776 meters, is Japan's tallest mountain and has been cherished by the Japanese for centuries. In this tour, we will visit spots to view Mt. Fuji, including Oshino Hakkai and Arakurayama Sengen Shrine (featuring the iconic Chureito Pagoda). Visibility of Mt. Fuji depends on weather conditions, and at times it may not be visible; we appreciate your understanding. The itinerary may change due to weather or other factors, and can be tailored to your interests, so please feel free to share any specific destinations you wish to visit. Additionally, explore Yamanashi’s culinary culture through a hands-on cooking class, where you’ll create the local specialty “Hoto” (a hearty noodle stew) from scratch. This experience accommodates small groups, families, and individuals, with options for dietary needs, including wheat-free, soy-free, and vegan menus.

This tour is a complete Harajuku experience that includes a walk around the Harajuku area, a visit to a Harajuku art gallery and okonomiyaki at an okonomiyaki class attached to the gallery. The artworks change every day, so this tour is recommended for those who are interested in new things, those who like Harajuku and those who like contemporary art.

Sawara is Chiba's historic riverside district. Take a stroll along the picturesque canal and immerse yourself in the timeless atmosphere of the preserved Edo period buildings. This itinerary is recommended for travelers who want to feel the flavor from the old streets of Japan. Enjoy the unique blend of history and culture as you tour traditional stores and landmarks. The second half of the itinerary will take you to Katori Jingu Shrine, the most revered shrine in Chiba. Katori Jingu is one of the three major Shinto shrines in Japan, along with Ise Jingu, and is known as one of the most historic power spots in the country. Visitors will marvel at the ancient architecture and tranquil forest setting. This sacred place is a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into Japan's rich spiritual heritage. This tour is designed with the traveler's fitness and comfort in mind, with hotel or airport transfers and a nationally certified guide to tailor the day to the traveler's needs.

Mt. Takao is the most climbed mountain in the world, receiving three stars in the Michelin Green Guide in 2007. Nearly 3 million climbers visit the mountain each year. Although it is not a high mountain at 599 meters above sea level, it has many toilets and the approach is paved, making it an easy challenge for climbers of all ages. In addition, Mt. Takao Yakuoin, located just before the summit, is known as the head temple of the Chizan sect of the Shingon sect and is visited by many tourists for the purpose of worship. You can gain from joining the tour, such as immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions.

Discover Rural Japan: A Day Trip to Iiyama Just 90 minutes from Tokyo by bullet train, Iiyama is a peaceful town in northern Nagano, surrounded by forests and rice fields. Begin at Sho-nenji Temple, known as the “Temple of Moss and Maple,” where seasonal beauty surrounds its quiet halls. Then visit the Takahashi Mayumi Doll Museum, where handmade dolls depict everyday scenes from countryside life with warmth and charm. In the afternoon, explore Tanakaya Shuzo, a family-run sake brewery using the same wooden building for over 150 years. Learn about traditional brewing and sample their signature sake, Mizuo. For groups of four or more, a shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian lunch) at Daishoji Temple is available with advance reservation, prepared by the head priest with local ingredients. This relaxing tour invites you to experience a slower pace of life, deep cultural roots, and the quiet beauty of rural Japan—an ideal escape from the crowds of the city.

This tour includes a visit to Zenkoji Temple, a historic temple that attracts worshippers from all over the world, as well as a visit to the temple to enjoy local sake and the optional local delicacy oyaki. Since the Edo period (1603-1867), it has been said, “Even if you are far away, you must visit Zenkoji Temple at least once.” Many famous warlords and other famous warriors have visited the temple, and it continues to be a power spot for worshippers today. Another attraction of this tour is that you can walk along the approach to the temple, which has a long history, and visit a sake brewery behind the approach to the temple. You can also sign up for an optional experience to cook and eat “oyaki,” a local dish of Nagano Prefecture, in a traditional hearth. Oyaki is made of wheat flour and buckwheat flour, with seasonal vegetables and sweet bean paste sandwiched inside the dough. Those with wheat or buckwheat allergies are not eligible to apply, so please check in advance.