1.Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,087 reviews · from $106Our pick

Bike North Kyoto with a small guide-led group, included bikes and temple fees, plus Japanese lunch, temples, and Gion in 5-6 hours.

“Wonderful way to see a lot of the city! Quinn was a fantastic guide and spent extra time explaining different aspects of the various temples and shrines - very knowledgeable and engaging. The lunch stop was delicious and at a 400 year old restaurant - just an awesome experience all around.”

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2.Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · from $77

Mt. Fuji in one day from Tokyo: Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchiko crafts, flower photos, and a thatched-roof village. Live guide, optional lunch.

“It’s a fabulous day out exploring the outskirts of Japan and the history behind different places. Unfortunately Mt Fuji was clouded over, but that’s the risk you take when booking. You’ll still see the base of it all the same. I suggest you order the Japanese lunch when booking, it’s delicious.”

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3.Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 754 reviews · from $61

Osaka or Kyoto day trip to Arashiyama bamboo forest, Nara deer, and Fushimi Inari gates, plus Kobe shabu-shabu lunch.

“Our tour guy Gary was Amazing. Definitely worth doing the this tour lots to see and so many historical sites! Very entertaining and fun trip - time just flies by. Highly recommend the tour!”

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4.Kyoto Zen Meditation & Garden Tour at a Zen Temple with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $110

Small-group Kyoto Zen meditation at Tofukuji with a dry garden walk, monk-led zazen, and a traditional Buddhist lunch, simple pickup.

“As a longtime visitor to Kyoto from Hong Kong, I wasn't sure if this Zen meditation and temple tour would offer me anything new. But this experience ended up being the highlight of my most recent trip. My guide Yutaka san was an absolute delight - not only was his English well, allowing for clear translation, but his passion and knowledge for sharing Zen Buddhism with me was truly impressive. Yutaka san mentioned I was the first person he had ever met from Hong Kong on this tour, which made the experience even more special. One of the most meaningful parts was when we visited the smaller temple within Tofukuji…”

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5.Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 411 reviews · 7 hours · from $56Best value

Walk Osaka’s top highlights with a local English guide, ride the subway smart, and enjoy a ramen lunch, all in a small group.

“Taka is a great guide! Very knowledgable about the city, gave us plenty of time to explore on our own. I particularly enjoyed quite a bit the advice he gave us on purchasing Osaka city pass in advance - not only did we get a discount for some of the points in the itinerary, but also were able to skip the general line to Osaka Castle. Top it all off, lunch was also great and quite substabtial. anyway, this tour is well-recommended if you're into exploring a new place on foot :)”

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6.Hiroshima & Miyajima 1 Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 395 reviews · 8 hours · from $116

One day from Hiroshima station to the Peace Memorial Park, A-Bomb Dome, ferry to Miyajima, and Itsukushima Shrine, with okonomiyaki lunch.

“it was a full day with plenty of time to explore on your own. the museum was very, very busy as it was school excursions week and lots of bus groups ... the island is gorgeous. the temple at the top is one of the best I've seen in Japan so far. highly recommend. we had a lovely and funny guide.”

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7.Naha, Okinawa: Keramas Island Snorkeling Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 370 reviews · 9 hours · from $70

Snorkel Kerama Islands National Park from Naha with certified guides, gear, wet suit, bento lunch, photos, and roundtrip pickup.

“Very friendly staff and attentive to details. I had a previous diving license and they offered me to increase snorkeling experience with an open dive session”

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8.Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 295 reviews · 1 day · from $151

Tokyo to Nagano for beef sukiyaki lunch and a close-up visit to Jigokudani snow monkeys, plus winter snow huts for select dates.

“Everything was great. Our tour guide was excellent. He was very mellow and very prepared. He was very kind. Overall the tour was excellent.”

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9.Sumo Experience and Chanko Nabe Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 257 reviews · from $95

Tokyo sumo workshop with retired pros, playful ring practice, and homemade chanko nabe lunch in Asakusa or Ryogoku.

“This is must do to anyone travelling to Japan! The food was amazing, the atmosphere they created was unbelievable and it was great to hear from retired sumo wrestlers. They made sure everyone in the audience was included and allowed adequate time.”

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10.Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Tour w/Opt. Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 256 reviews · 10 hours · from $61

A 10-hour Nagoya day trip linking Takayama Old Town with UNESCO Shirakawa-go, plus optional Koshiyama lunch for a smooth alpine day.

“Alberto was very kind and expressive. He gave nice recommendations which we followed and agreed with explicitly for a wonderful tour experience. I left my wallet at the last rest stop and he spent an hour with us contacting the police and keeping us updated as to where it was going and where to pick it up. I give him a ten out of five for sure!”

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11.Osaka/Kyoto: Amanohashidate & Miyama Tour with Boat & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 207 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $71

A smooth day trip from Osaka or Kyoto to Amanohashidate and Miyama, with a scenic boat cruise, cable lift views, and lunch included.

“A fantastic day, the sea and the mountains in a single day, breathtaking views and a glimpse into Japan's past. Harry, our guide, was perfect. Full of energy and good humor, he gave us thorough explanations and kept us smiling throughout the day, making even the moments spent on the bus enjoyable.”

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12.Walking Tour of Osaka’s 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · from $58

Walk Osaka’s top 5 sights with a small-group English guide, enjoy included ramen lunch, then snack at Kuromon Market and finish in Dotonbori.

“An awesome cultural tour of Osaka historical sites led by a very knowledgeable guide, TAKA, very knowledgeable and friendly. The Ramen lunch was very delicious enjoyable.”

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