Japan · TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 tours & days out worth the yen, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
One long day out of Tokyo: Mt Fuji 5th Station, lunch, Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, then Shinkansen back.
“Great experience- love sora and her energy. Buffet could have had more traditional Japanese cuisine! But overall worth the expense.”
A fast, guided Tokyo day covering Meiji Jingu, Imperial Palace, Asakusa, Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry for views and matcha.
“Aya was a wonderful tour guide and very attentive to each person on the tour, even though it was a large group. We explored lots of different places and got a great overview of Tokyo highlights. Would highly recommend!”
Perfect Kyoto 1-day bus tour packs UNESCO temples, Fushimi Inari torii gates, and Arashiyama bamboo into one guided air-conditioned day.
“Kyoto is a lovely city with much to see and do. This tour focused more on shrines and temples rather than a panoramic view of Kyoto highlights.”
A 3-hour Shinjuku food tour with 13 included dishes across 4 local eateries, plus drinks and culture stops.
“Great variety and quality of the food. Although extremely pleasant, we wish the tour guide was more informative about the area and the restaurants.”
A smooth 8-hour Hiroshima and Miyajima UNESCO day trip with ferry tickets, key WWII memorials, Itsukushima Shrine, and optional okonomiyaki lunch.
“Best tour I ever had. Marin was the best guide, knowledgeable, fun, great attitude, always smiling. Her qualities made the tour very enjoyable and really made for a great day. Didn't want the tour to end.”
One 10-hour day from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th station, then Hakone ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise, back on the Shinkansen.
“amazing trip... second time doing it.. Levin our guide was so funny and had great stories about all the areas we visited. the food in the Ninja Village was lovely; wish we had more tkme at all the locations but loved the cable car in Hakone and the boat (not the pirate boat) at the lake was lovely and got so close to the gate... def would recommend this again.”
Race through Tokyo Bay by street go-kart with costume rental, an English guide, and photo stops at Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge.
“It was epic. An experience of a lifetime time! I went with my daughter and we had the best time! The guides were great.”
See Kyoto’s top shrines and temples in one day, including Fushimi Inari’s torii tunnel, Golden Pavilion, and Arashiyama, with guide and tickets.
“The tour was easily one of the highlights of my entire trip to Japan. From start to finish, it was perfectly paced, incredibly insightful, and just pure magic. Every moment felt special, thoughtfully curated, and full of those little details that make travel unforgettable. What truly elevated the experience to another level was our guide, Sakura. She was absolutely amazing – hands-down the best tour guide ever. Her knowledge of Kyoto’s history, culture, and hidden stories was deep and fascinating; she shared everything with such passion and clarity that it brought the whole day to life.”
Visit UNESCO Shirakawa-go and Kanazawa in one day, with a relaxed English tour, wagashi or Daruma crafting, and a gold leaf experience.
“Ciel and yasushi were great hosts. Shirakawago was so beautiful and we were happy to have arrived early to avoid the huge crowd that arrived as we were leaving. The afternoon was a great way to enjoy Kanazawa.”
Ride the Hakone Ropeway, see Lake Ashi torii, taste black eggs at Owakudani, then photograph Fuji at Oshino Hakkai and Yamanaka.
“The trip was amazing! Very streamlined and efficient! Thank you Captain Jack for your amazing service!”
A 6-hour private Tokyo walking tour with a government-licensed guide, customizable stops, and local transit tips. Entrance fees and meals cost extra.
“Lily is an amazing tour guide. She customized the 6-hour tour to my desires. We visited Tsukiji Market and I experience the best sushi, Kobe beef, green tea, strawberries, etc., Then we visited Happy Pancakes in Ginza. Yum! Afterwards, we vRead more”
Shinjuku’s hidden izakaya alleys, three classic stops, all-you-can-drink style plus snacks. Small group, local guidance, and photos.
“Great way to see Shinjuku at night! Icchan was knowledgeable, funny, and gave a lot of context about the neighborhood.”
Kyoto’s Gion in two hours, with a live English guide, chances to see geiko and maiko, iconic temples and pagodas, plus smart food picks.
“Ikuro, our guide was very knowledgeable, and did the tour very interesting. Great man and very respectful. highly recommend!”
Taste wagyu skewers, sushi, and seafood bowl samples at Tsukiji’s outer markets, with real market culture and helpful guides in 3 hours.
“I would not recommend this tour. It was more of a look at and talk about the food vs eating food tour. At a minimum I would not show up hungry because the tour does not provide much food. It is really not worth the money, you would be Read more”
Osaka go kart tour in a funny costume with insurance and fuel included. Ride Namba and Dotonbori streets, wave at locals, get photos.
“This tour was the BEST part of our Japan trip! Our tour guy was extremely helpful and made sure we were all comfortable driving around the streets of Osaka and kept checking on all of us during the ride. Our group was running a few minutes late and they still accommodated us and made sure we had a great time. It was truly the most amazing experience! Do not miss this tour while you’re in Japan!”
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