Day Trips from Tokyo to Tokyo Prefecture

Avoid the challenges of navigating Tokyo’s maze-like metro system and save time on a private sightseeing tour by car with hotel pickup. Get a solid overview of Tokyo even if you’re short on time and visit only the spots that interest you the most in this customizable car tour. Focus on food, shopping, history, or a combination.

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.

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 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.*

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!

Revel in Japanese aesthetics at the historical and traditional Japanese gardens. Check out dry and artistic landscape gardens at the Imperial Palace, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, Hama Rikyu Gardens, Yoyogi Park, and more. Choose the gardens you'd like to see and other famous Tokyo sites.

Take a deep dive into Japanese food culture on this private half-day tour of Tokyo’s two famed fish markets, Toyosu and Tsukiji. Check out the street food vendors on Asakusa shopping street and Ueno's Ameyoko and Kappabashi, Japan's kitchenware wonderlands. Customize your itinerary to suit your needs, making the most of your time in the city.

Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market and Asakusa area are known for incredible food, shopping, and cultural attractions. This private tour allows you to experience all of these things in a day. Pick from a list of potential stops to visit, then have a customized itinerary designed to suit your interests. As well as the fish market, potential stops include Ameyoko Shopping Street, Kappabashi Street, and Senso-ji Temple.

The ideal tour for independent travelers that wish to discover Hakone on their own, but prefer the ease of travelling in a private vehicle with an English-speaking chauffer. Enjoy a breath of fresh air outside of Tokyo and visit beautiful shrines, an active volcano, and a picturesque lake, all with gorgeous views of Mt. Fuji without worrying about public transportation. Take in the sights and relax as you enjoy the beautiful views in a private vehicle. Afterwards, visit the Gotemba Premium outlets to enjoy some shopping before you head back to your hotel in Tokyo. Bring your passport to take advantage of the tax-free shops available! Your English-speaking chauffer will fully support your Hakone and Gotemba Premium Outlets Shopping tour. We hope to guide you soon! Tour details may change depending on traffic conditions. Vehicle types include Crown, Alphard, Hi-Ace. Specific vehicle types are not available for request. Tour not does include guide. Maximum number of passengers: 7

There’s so much for families to do in Tokyo that it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Adventurous families will love customizing their own private tour from a list of recommendations. Select the places that appeal to you and your kids, from the Tsukiji Fish Market to culture-rich Asakusa to the informative Edo–Tokyo Museum. You’ll travel on foot or by public transport but without the risk of getting lost.

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.

Tokyo is a big, modern city but you can discover its traditional past if you know where to look. On this private full-day tour, your guide will take you to places where you can experience Tokyo’s past and learn about its history. The itinerary is customizable, including the Edo–Tokyo Museum, Ryogoku sumo culture, the old bridge at Nihonbashi, and the immersive Fukagawa Edo Museum showcasing Edo period life.

Oishi Park: Stroll lakeside gardens with seasonal flowers framing Mt. Fuji across Lake Kawaguchi. Arakurayama Sengen Shrine (Chureito Pagoda): Climb to the red, five-storied pagoda for Japan's most photographed Mt. Fuji view. Mt. Fuji 5th Station: Reach the highest point on the mountain accessible to most day visitors. Oshino Hakkai: Explore a village of crystal-clear, spring-fed ponds and taste the glacial water.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors. Experience Japan’s most famous and iconic landmark during your trip to Japan on this day trip from Tokyo! This tour has been designed to ensure customers will have opportunities to see Mount Fuji from many impressive locations around the Lake Kawaguchiko area. If you love nature and spending time outdoors, this tour is for you! The tour will provide guests with a well balanced itinerary including nature, shrines and temples, a museum and great photography opportunities. Lake Kawaguchiko is the biggest of the five lakes that surround Mount Fuji, and it is therefore the best to visit for a day trip to experience as much as possible. Your tour will begin travelling from Shinjuku Express Bus Station in Tokyo to Kawaguchiko station. From there, you will use the sightseeing bus with your tour guide to explore Lake Kawaguchiko!

This day trip makes it easy to check off the highlights of Kamakura and Enoshima. Skip the hassle of map reading and enjoy having a guide to handle navigation for you. The thoughtfully planned route covers a mix of shrines, temples, nature spots, and must-see landmarks, including the Great Buddha of Kamakura and the Sea Candle Observatory on Enoshima Island, with insightful commentary throughout.

Nikko is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s worth the trip from Tokyo, but navigating public transportation alone can be tricky. This guided tour removes the hassle, with a guide to lead the way and accompany you on public transportation from Tokyo. Along the way, visit some of the area’s highlights such as Toshogu Shrine and Tamozawa Villa, with admission covered to save time and make the day stress-free.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Mount Takao is beloved by the residents of Tokyo as the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the Metropolis full of nature and tranquility. Mount Takao is a sacred site in Japan which has a rich history spanning over 1,200 years, perfectly blending culture and religion together. If you love nature, hiking and want to get off the beaten tourist path on an easy day trip in Tokyo, then this tour is for you! Make your Tokyo trip unique by visiting this hidden gem! Located in Hachioji in Tokyo prefecture, Mount Takao or Takaosan as it’s often referred to is a forgotten gem that won’t disappoint. Takao is just a stones throw away from the bustling centre of Tokyo where you can reach the town and base of the mountain within 60 minutes by train from Shinjuku station.

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors. Are you a fan of ’Your Name’ or ’Kimi no Na wa’ in Japanese? Would you love to visit some of the real life locations in Tokyo that are showcased in the anime? On this tour you will visit a number of the famous anime locations, but you will also stop at a number of Tokyo hotspots and attractions, so that you can make the most of your time exploring Tokyo! On this tour many of the locations are featured that brought Taki and Mitsuha’s story to life, we will journey through the streets of vibrant Shinjuku and Harajuku, elegant Roppongi, visit peaceful shrines and take in the cityscape of the bustling Tokyo. You will truly experience Tokyo through the lens of a local and one of anime’s most beloved films. Whether you’re a devoted fan or a curious explorer, this is a great opportunity to discover the city of Tokyo!

Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors Want to experience quintessential Tokyo where old meets new? This tour will enable you to do just that as you visit many famous and historic locations in the heart of Tokyo. The tour will also provide you with engaging experiences to get closer to Japanese culture! You will get to visit the iconic Tokyo Station, see Tokyo Imperial Palace outer gate and grounds, and walk through neighbouring Hibiya Park. You will also get to try sake tasting ( or you can try Shochu or the non - alcoholic option of Amazake). You will have a refreshment break like no other at a cafe where Robots serve customers, before heading to a traditional Japanese garden and an Edo period museum to explore their life sized Edo townscape.

An intimate 5-hour private tour for 2-3 guests, led by expert guide Soukan. Deep History: Discover Senso-ji’s hidden rituals and stories. Ryotei Experience: Exclusive entry to a historic Ryotei for seasonal Kaiseki in a private room. Exclusive Geisha: Enjoy a private dance, conversation, and "Tosenkyo" games. Unlike shows, the Geisha stays with you during the meal. The ultimate personalized "Omotenashi" experience. Note: Sundays/Holidays include a premium luxury Kaiseki upgrade (reflected in pricing).

Led by expert guide Soukan, this 5-hour private tour offers deep access to Japanese tradition. Deep History: Explore Senso-ji with hidden stories regular tours miss. Ryotei Experience: Dine at a historic, "members-only" Ryotei. Enjoy authentic Kaiseki in a private room. Exclusive Geisha: Witness graceful dance and enjoy personal conversation, Q&A, and traditional "Tosenkyo" games during your meal. Perfect for those seeking intimate "Omotenashi." Note: Sundays/Holidays feature a more premium, high-end Kaiseki menu. Price reflects this luxury culinary upgrade.

“You can follow the standard must-see route, or change it entirely – it’s your day.” +Private & Flexible Day Tour This private tour covers Tokyo’s must-see highlights and is ideal for first-time visitors with limited time. • 100% Custom Tours Available Prefer something different? We can create a completely custom itinerary from scratch, including food-focused tours, cultural walks, or hidden local areas. • Single-Area Focus Available This tour can also focus on one specific area such as Tsukiji, the Imperial Palace, or other locations upon request. • Wide Range of Tour Options Possible highlights include major landmarks, local neighborhoods, food spots, and cultural experiences.

Make the most of your day and combine history, architecture, and sake tasting in one experience on this small-group day tour from Tokyo. Meet your guide at Shinjuku Station, then take the train to the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. Afterwards, enjoy three included cups of Japanese sake at one of Tokyo’s oldest sake breweries.

Enjoy a unique day trip from Tokyo to Fujinomiya, where the stunning views of Mt. Fuji and blooming cherry blossoms await. This tour includes a delightful tea-picking experience amidst picturesque tea fields, along with a mini tea ceremony and factory tour. Savor a delicious Japanese lunch featuring tempura and grilled fish, all while soaking in the serene beauty of cherry blossoms. Perfect for families and anyone looking to immerse themselves in Japanese culture during spring. - Experience tea picking at the foot of Mt. Fuji with breathtaking views. - Join a mini tea ceremony and tour the tea factory. - Savor a traditional Japanese lunch, accommodating dietary needs. - Ideal for families, with cherry blossom viewing from late March to early April.