Top Tokyo Rail Tours

Avoid the potential language barriers of traveling around Hakone alone, and opt for this full-day private guided tour instead. No need to worry about doing any research, as a full itinerary is organized for you and a guide accompanies you to provide commentary and plan your public transport routes. Highlights showcased along the way include Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashinoko, Owakudani Valley, and the Hakone Open-Air Museum.

Escape Tokyo for the day and learn more about Japanese culture, history, and religion on a private day tour of Kamakura. You’ll be picked up from your Tokyo hotel and accompanied on the train to Kamakura. There, save time by going straight to the must-see attractions, such as the Great Buddha, Hase Temple, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. The itinerary is customizable so you can add other sites of interest.

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Tokyo, covering its best highlights, temples, and shopping areas over the course of a day. Skip the hassle of planning and navigating public transport on this excursion, which is ideal for first-time visitors. Check out Meiji Temple, explore the Odaiba district, visit the Imperial Palace Plaza, stop at Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, and enjoy panoramic views from the TOKYO SKYTREE® Tembo Deck.

Visit Mount Fuji and its surrounding areas with this day tour from Tokyo. You'll start with Mount Fuji, continuing on to the stunning Lake Kawaguchikp before stopping for lunch. You'll then head on to Oshion Hakkai, with its eight natural springs before stopping to go shopping at the Gotemba Premium Outlets.

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.

Learn more about traditional Japanese culture on a half-day sumo wrestling tour. You’ll get exclusive access to a sumo training stable, where you’ll watch the wrestlers training and get the chance to take photos at the end. After, enjoy lunch with the wrestlers, including a traditional chanko nabe dish with vegetarian options. Your guide will tell you all about sumo history and culture.

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.

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.

Enjoy a tour of Tokyo during this full-day guided excursion covering some of the city’s top sights with a private guide. Absorb the historic architecture and elegant temples of the Asakusa neighborhood, visiting the renowned Senso-ji and a Japanese garden. Spend your afternoon strolling among thousands of pedestrians at the famous Shibuya Crossing and exploring Harajuku’s Meiji-jingu shrine. Your tour also includes tickets to Shibuya Sky observatory for panoramic views of Tokyo.

Leave the tourist trail to discover the off-the-grid enclaves and eateries that are loved by Tokyo locals. With a guide, you’ll visit the tachinomi (standing bars) of Oimachi and Kamata neighborhoods, enjoying cold drinks and Japanese or Western-style snacks as you go. It’s a great way to experience the local culture, and meet other food-loving travelers as you explore in a small group that’s limited to five people.

Start your experience with a hands-on workshop in making Japanese Sampuru (sample food models), where you’ll learn the art behind these intricate displays and create your own piece to take home. Then, explore Kappabashi Street (Kitchen Town), famous for its shops filled with culinary tools and sample food models. Conclude the tour with a visit to Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Dori, where you’ll dive into Tokyo’s rich history and cultural heritage.

If you want to plan out your own itinerary but don’t want to do the work of managing your way around, this Tokyo Landmarks Water Bus Private Cruise is the perfect tour choice for you. Because it’s a private tour, you can pick what must-see sights you want to see beforehand. Then, let your private guide lead the way on the water as they share history and stories about the area.

Skip the stress of planning your Tokyo itinerary and enjoy a seamless, hassle-free private tour. Your guide can meet you at your hotel, so there's no need to worry about navigation. Along the way, customize the experience to match your interests, with potential stops such as Shibuya Crossing, Tsukiji Fish Market, and Meiji Jingu Shrine.

Learn the traditional art of Japanese calligraphy, called ‘shodo,’ in Tokyo. Under the expert eye of a master calligrapher, practice using the tools of the trade: brushes, ink, and paper. Settle into a quiet studio, where the ambiance encourages a contemplative mindset, and try your hand at writing Japanese characters in an artistic style once indispensable to nobles and samurai.

Learn to draw manga from a professional manga artist in Tokyo’s Nakano neighborhood. During this class, use the manga tools provided, such as screen tone, manga pens and ink, and manga paper. Whether you're just starting out or a practicing manga artist wanting to hone your skills, the instructor will tailor their teaching to your skills. Take home your completed piece of art as a souvenir.

Skip the confusing train schedules and language barriers you'd face exploring Kawagoe on your own. This customizable private tour—with an English-speaking guide—lets you choose 3-4 must-see sites, like Kawagoe's castle remains, the Hikawa Shrine, traditional onsen, and local food districts. Your guide handles navigation and translation and provides insider knowledge, so you can experience authentic Edo-period culture just 30 minutes from Tokyo without missing a thing.

Make the most out of limited time in Nikko with this full-day private walking tour including hotel pickup. Eliminate the worry of getting lost, as a private guide takes care of navigating between sites. Instead of a fixed route, enjoy the flexibility of choosing from a list of landmarks before the tour. The guide then creates a personalized itinerary to suit your needs.

This private tour takes you into the world of Tokyo's ancient temples and shrines to learn about Japanese history, culture, and Shinto religion. Using the subway, you and your guide will traverse the city to its most famous religious sites including Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Nezu Shrine. On the way, enjoy Japan's unique design, architecture, and symbolism. Includes a pick-up from your hotel by your guide.

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. Guests customarily cover the guide's fare.

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-)

Visit one of Japan’s most recognizable Buddhist monuments with ease on a full-day tour of Kamakura from Tokyo. In a small group limited to five, you’ll tick off the colorful Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu; marvel at the 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura); and Hokokuji Temple, home to a bamboo garden. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Learn about Japanese cuisine in an immersive fashion when you combine a walking tour of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market and a Japanese cooking class on this small-group half-day tour. Shop for the freshest ingredients in the labyrinthine aisles of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market. Then head to a cooking class, where you’ll learn how to prepare—and get the chance to eat—a range of traditional Japanese dishes.

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.

Explore more of the Mt. Fuji area than you could on your own, and without having to rent a car, on this group day tour from Tokyo. Enjoy a scenic Lake Kawaguchi cruise, stroll through Oishi Park's colorful gardens, make traditional Hoto noodles for lunch, visit the peaceful Oshino Hakkai village, and see the iconic Arakurayama Sengen Shrine with its famous pagoda and mountain views.