Tours and Trips in Japan

Explore picturesque Nara on a private and personalised experience. Your Local Host will show you Nara's highlights like the Todai-ji Temple as well as revealing hidden gems and the most beautiful spots in the city. Visit stunning Shinto shrines, sacred Buddhist sites and stroll through peaceful gardens and along forest paths, as well as enjoying authentic Kansai cuisine. A day in Nara will feel like a holiday from your holiday!

Take a full-day tour from Tokyo to the scenic Hakone area. Step aboard a pirate ship for a scenic cruise on Lake Ashinoko. Next, ride the Hakone Ropeway to the summit for incredible views of Mt. Fuji and the Owakudani volcanic valley. Sit down for a buffet lunch, then have two hours for shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets before returning to central Tokyo. You can also upgrade to add an audio guide available in eight different languages if you prefer a guided experience.

Explore the faded grandeur and cobblestone streets of Tokyo's Kagurazaka neighborhood during this 3-hour guided walking tour. Over the course of your excursion you'll check out the unique architecture and intriguing history of this former geisha district that's chock-full of shrines and other points of interest. Your walking tour of Kagurazaka also includes a one-way subway ticket from Shinjuku.

Private and personalised experience with a Local Host. Tokyo is world famous for its shopping - and with good reason! But as well as cutting edge fashion boutiques and beautiful department stores, the city is also home to some pretty quirky shops that you won't find anywhere else in the world. From 100 yen shops selling products you've never even thought of to a mall dedicated to all things anime and manga, shopping in Tokyo is an experience unlike any other! So let a Local Host show you the very best shops in the city and discover the weird, the wonderful and everything in between!

If you're only in Hiroshima for a short time, make the most of it on a private, personalized tour of Central Hiroshima and Iwakuni. Your guide shows your small group the city's beautiful treasures and historic highlights, from the Peace Park Museum and its history to the unique Kintaikyo bridge. Explore local street food - your guide points you to the best delicacies and unusual bites. End your day with a delicious, authentic dinner with your choice of yakiniku or sushi. Convenient round trip van transport from your hotel.

This tour visits three must-see spots in deer park, Nara. Kasuga-taisha shrine - praised for its beautiful vermilion constructions and three thousand of stone lanterns and hanging lanterns, Todai-ji temple - renowned for its Great Buddha originally created in the eighth century, and Kofuku-ji temple - closely related to Fujiwara family, a noble family once at the summit of its prosperity. This tour is recommended not only for first-time visitors to Nara but also for repeat visitors to discover new charms of Nara.

Experience a kaleidoscope of color on an 8-hour Tokyo sightseeing tour during 'momiji' season, when Japan's autumn leaves are in full bloom. In a small group limited to 10, you'll travel to the best fall viewing spots and tick off top Tokyo attractions such as Tsukiji Fish Market, Rikugien Garden, Shibuya Scramble, and Honganji Temple. Lunch and entrance fees are included.

Sit down for dinner with a sumo wrestler during this unique activity in Asakusa. Enjoy the opportunity to dine with one of Japan's celebrated athletes, a rare chance that even many local residents never get. Engage in conversation with the sumo champion, asking any questions you may have about their lives, their training and their diets. Dig in to a chanko (hot pot) dinner, a traditional sumo wrestler's dinner consisting of vegetables and big chunks of meat and fish, all cooked at the table.

Check out Japan's famous cherry blossom blooms and see snow monkeys on a full-day trip from Nagano. After visiting the Jigokudani Monkey Park, you'll stop for lunch, then visit several different 'hanami' spots to admire the cherry blossom trees. This seasonal experience runs from April to the end of May, allowing you to take in the later blooms of the mountainous northern Nagano region.

Take a pedal-powered trip through Tokyo aboard an electric-powered cycle on this 2 or 3-hour sightseeing tour by bike. Sample a mix of the Japanese capital's historic and modern landmarks, visiting hotspots like the neighborhoods of Asakusa, Shinjuku, Roppongi and Akihabara, the Imperial Palace, the Tokyo Skytree, and much more.

Immerse yourself in the Japanese history of Lake Biwa during this 6-hour walking tour with a small group. Join no more than 12 guests as you visit Hikone Castle, Hachiman Moat, and enjoy the views from the summit of Mount Hachiman. You'll also learn details about Japan's Edo period and the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Discover what makes Osaka a food city on this guided tour. Get a insider's perspective on local food culture missed by most visitors as your guide takes you to a department store marketplace, the famed Kuromon Ichiba Market, Korea Town, and a historic neighborhood. Along the way sample regional specialties and surprising delicacies.

Seek out striking displays of autumn foliage in Tokyo with a 4-hour tour of the city's beloved 'momiji' trees. The leaves of the Japanese maple trees turn a crimson color when autumn arrives, but finding the most impressive sights can be tricky for visitors. Let a private guide lead the way, and discover stunning displays at sites such as the University of Tokyo and Rikugien Garden. Entrance fees and transport costs are extra.

Experience Tokyo's geek culture with an insider guide on this half-day excursion. Craft a custom itinerary that suits your interests and immerse yourself in Japan's world of otaku with a passionate local. Get to know all things anime, manga, and "cosplay" - or costumed play - and head to well-known gathering spots like the Nakano Broadway shopping center and the electric stores in Akihabara.

Akihabara, with its flashing neon lights and close connection to manga culture, is a popular destination for visitors to Tokyo. But it can be tricky to navigate without deep knowledge of the language and culture. This guided tour takes you to some of the district's most important places and offers a richer experience than would be possible alone.

Visit some of Tokyo's top spots for viewing cherry blossoms during this seasonal full-day tour - perfect for photographers or anyone wishing to see this magnificent annual spectacle. Check out Showa Memorial Park, and then head to Shinjuku Gyoen, home to more than 1,000 cherry trees. You'll also scale the heights of the Tokyo Tower for fantastic views of the city and beyond. This guided cherry-blossom tour includes a traditional Japanese lunch, too.Please note: This seasonal tour runs yearly between March and April. The dates are subject to change.

While bus tours can quickly transport you to Tokyo's top sights, a walking tour offers a better sense of the city's atmosphere and the opportunity to discover hidden gems. This walking tour provides insights into the history of Tokyo and takes you through the streets of Chiyoda Ward to visit an castle that is more than 500 years old.

The UNESCO-listed Miyajima is known as The Island of Gods and this tour is the perfect way to get a glimpse of its beauty. Swap busy crowds for the peace and tranquility of viewing the island's highlights from a private cruise. By going on a guided tour, you'll hear fascinating commentary along the way about the island's history and highlights. The tour will take you to multiple Shinto shrines, some of which are only accessible by boat.

How about walking around Nara must-see spots with a highly experienced guide?This tour visits three must-see spots in deer park area, Nara. Kasuga-taisha shrine - praised for its beautiful vermilion constructions and three thousand of stone lanterns and hanging lanterns, Todai-ji temple - renowned for its Great Buddha originally created in the eighth century, and Kofuku-ji temple - closely related to Fujiwara family, a noble family once at the summit of its prosperity. Along the way, other scenic spots of Nara, such as Mt. Kasuga, Tobihino hill, Ukimi-do gazebo, and Suikinkutsu (a buried pot that makes harp-like sound with water drops) will also attract your eyes and ears. At the end of the tour, we will take the time to experience Japanese cultures such as origami or kumihimo braiding. This tour is recommended not only for first-time visitors to Nara but also for repeat visitors to discover new charms of Nara.

Make the most of your limited time in the Hiroshima area. Get a customized experience as you tour Hiroshima, Miyajima, and Iwakuni with your English speaking chauffeur. Visit the top-tier highlights of your choice, like the Hiroshima Bomb Dome, Memorial Peace Park, Iwakuni shrine, and Kintai Kyo Bridge. Your guide gives you fascinating commentary about the attractions on your itinerary.