Top Japan Day Trips - page 3

Get a well-rounded experience of Mt. Fuji and its surroundings with this day tour from Tokyo. Soak up incredible views of Japan's sacred mountain as you visit top destinations such as the Fuji Fifth Station, Arakurayama Sengen Park, and Oshino Hakkai. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing between a shopping spree at Gotemba Premium Outlets or a relaxing hot spring bath at the tattoo-friendly Kinohanano-yu with stunning mountain vistas.

Discover Tokyo’s top attractions in comfort on this private tour with an English-speaking driver. Visit iconic landmarks such as Senso-ji Temple, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree, and Shibuya Crossing — or customize the itinerary to match your interests. Travel in a comfortable private vehicle with door-to-door hotel pickup and drop-off, avoiding crowded trains and long walking distances. Enjoy local stories, hidden tips, and cultural insights from your friendly driver as you explore famous neighborhoods like Ginza, Tsukiji Outer Market, Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, and the Imperial Palace area. This flexible tour is ideal for first-time visitors, families, senior travelers, and anyone who wants to experience Tokyo’s ancient temples, vibrant culture, rich history, and futuristic skyline — all in one unforgettable day

A shotengai, or shopping street, is a great place to shop, eat, and get a glimpse of everyday life in Japan. This walking tour of Tokyo shows you both the modern and traditional sides of the city through its shopping streets. Customize your itinerary for the roughly six hour tour from a list of possible attractions.

Don’t worry about spending hours researching and planning your Fukuoka itinerary—hire a private guide for the day instead. This means you can get in-depth insights into Japanese culture that you wouldn’t hear otherwise, and there’s no need to worry about getting lost. Best of all, as it's a private tour, you can pick your favorite stops from a list, to ensure the trip only visits places you’re interested in.

When in Nagoya, don’t miss the chance to explore Studio Ghibli. This hassle-free tour provides your entrance ticket to the park, a tasty bento box lunch, plus round-trip transfers from a meeting point in Nagoya. After visiting Ghibli Park, explore one of Aichi Prefecture's museums, which varies by day of the week. Enjoy Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Valley of Witches, and Mononoke Village at your own pace.

See the highlights of Hiroshima and Miyajima—two UNESCO World Heritage sites—on a customizable private tour. Tailor your experience to your needs and interests. After meeting at your hotel, your guide accompanies you for a half or full day, so you don’t get lost. Start by visiting Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, then return to Hiroshima to explore the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial, and more, traveling by train, ferry, and on foot.

Swap the crowds and rigid itineraries of group tours for a private and personalized experience of Nagoya. This full-day walking tour allows you to customize the experience to suit your own interests, whether that's checking off Nagoya's most-important landmarks such as Nagoya Castle and the Atsuta Shrine, or diving into the city's rich culinary scene.

Experience Tokyo like a local on a fully personalized adventure with a passionate guide. Whether you're uncovering tucked-away shrines, savouring hidden food gems, or strolling through vibrant neighbourhoods, your journey is crafted around your interests. Skip the tourist script and connect with the heart of Tokyo through exclusive local insights, authentic encounters, and stories only an insider can share.

Explore Tokyo on two wheels on this small-group bicycle tour. Pedal through the city streets at a slower pace than on a big bus tour and access places that bigger vehicles cannot reach. As you cycle to such landmarks as the Meiji-Jingu Shrine and Imperial Palace, your guide fills you in on all the important historical and cultural background.

Get out of the city and into nature on this refreshing day trip to Okutama, Tokyo’s scenic mountain and river region. Hike forest trails, enjoy riverside views, and breathe fresh mountain air. Lunch is included, making it easy to relax and recharge. Great for those who want a break from urban rush, Okutama offers a peaceful contrast to Tokyo’s neon—ideal for couples, solo explorers, or groups wanting some calm outdoors.

Enjoy a barrier-free experience of Tokyo on this private full-day sightseeing tour designed with wheelchair users in mind. With complete ease beside a professional guide, you’ll visit accessible Tokyo attractions including Asakusa Temple, Meiji Shrine, and explore districts such as Harajuku, Shibuya, and Sumida Park. Hotel pickup and drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards are included, with undivided attention from your guide.

Tokyo's sights are concentrated enough to fill several days, but Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi sit roughly two hours outside the city and offer a very different perspective on Japan that most visitors don't make time for without a planned day trip. This tour handles the transport and route planning, with panoramic views from the Mt. Fuji Ropeway a trip highlight.

Enjoy a private, full-day walking tour of Shizuoka/Shimizu with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. From the striking views of Mt. Fuji, to the history of the Old Tokaido Road, Shizuoka offers abundant nature and unique cultural experiences. Visit the castle of Japan's most famous shogun, take a ride on a steam locomotive, and/or enjoy the views of Mt. Fuji. Share your interests and your guide will customize a tour specifically for you.

Discover the fascinating Japanese island of Naoshima and learn about how it bounced back from near death to become a world-famous center of contemporary art. This private tour from Takamatsu is exclusively for your group and customized to your interests. Select three or four sites from a list of attractions, from museums to a bathhouse, and your guide will create a tailor-made itinerary.

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 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.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for the natural splendor of Nikko National Park on a day trip that saves you the hassle of taking the train on your own. Without your own wheels, it’s tough to travel between top Nikko sights such as the UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls, but this excursion makes your sightseeing seamless with multiple convenient departure points.

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.

Explore three destination — Kamakura, Enoshima, and Yokohama — at your own pace on this customizable private tour from Tokyo. Enjoy a mix of history, spirituality, and nature during your tour, with an itinerary that's crafted by a qualified guide so you won't have to spend time researching where to go. See highlights such as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, the garden of Hasedera Temple, and more.

See and do exactly what you want on this private and customizable 4-hour walking tour of Osaka. Your local guide will aim to show you a range of historic and modern sites in Japan’s second-largest city. Choose to visit highlights including Osaka Castle, the Umeda Sky Building, the Dotombori District, Keitaku-en Garden, and more. Your guide will meet you at your hotel so you won’t have to worry about finding them.

See Kochi your way with this customizable private guided tour. To ensure you only visit places that interest you, you can choose 2–3 sites from a list provided to you before the tour. Then, enjoy the company of a private guide who can provide commentary as you explore the sights. Potential places to visit include Kochi Castle, Chikurinji Temple, The Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden, and Harimayabashi Shopping Street.

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.

Sightsee through Kansai’s most scenic areas, seeing iconic landmarks in Nara and Kyoto in one day, without the hassle of changing trains or getting lost. With pickup times in either Osaka or Kyoto, board a convenient tour bus to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kinkaku-ji and Todaiji Temple as well as 1000 vermilion gates of Fushimi-Inari Shrine and scenic Nara Park.

Save yourself from the stress and language barriers of traveling around Tokyo by public transportation, and secure the ultimate hassle-free alternative—a private car tour. As it’s just for your personal group, you can customize the route to suit your interests. This ensures you only see places that interest you, and potential stops include Meiji Jingu Shrine (brief visit), the Imperial Palace (drive-by), Shibuya Crossing, and Tokyo Skytree (admission not included).