Cultural Tours in Japan

Get access to the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine by sea on this peaceful Oyster Raft Tour. Save time researching and planning how to get to Itsukushima Shrine, and instead hop aboard an oyster raft for a quick and convenient excursion. Enjoy the company of oyster fisherman, who will educate you about how they cultivate oysters, and take you directly to the shrine.

Investigate the fascinating Japanese religious traditions and monuments of Shintoism and Buddhism on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour of Kyoto led by a local scholar. Admire Kyoto's most important ceremonial sites, including Yasaka Shrine, Kennin-ji Temple and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Along the way you'll gain a newfound appreciation for Japanese religious rituals and practices, including Shintoism, a belief system indigenous to Japan, and Buddhism, which was imported from China and Central Asia. Best of all, this intimate tour, limited to just 6 guests, ensures a personalized experience.

Ride through the streets of Asakusa in style during this 60-minute small-group rickshaw trip clad in a traditional Kimono. Don your stylish Japanese attire and then roll through this historic Tokyo neighborhood stopping for photos and sightseeing at attractions like Senso-ji Temple.

Enjoy walking around Akihabara and Ueno areas with maid!A value trour taking a walk from Ueno to No. 1 electric town of Akihabara with maid. Enjoy nice meal in Ueno.  In Akihabara, you will visit electric shops as well as anime shops.  Also covered is the spirited creaters' spot.  You are sure to find your favorites ! - Tour Route 　①Hirokoji Exit of JR Ueno Sta. ②Ameyoko shopping street  ③ChouChou POPON Okachimachi    Ã¢Â‘£Up-and-coming creators' spot in Suehirocho　⑤Akihabara Gachapon Kaikan ⑥Akihabara Radio Center  ⑦Akihabara Radio Kaikan　⑧Electric Town Gate of JR Akihabara Sta.

Explore Miyajima wearaing pretty, lignt, and breathable yukataA limited plan only available from the end of May to the end of September (May 20th - September 30th).  In this plan you can fully enjoy Miyajima in summer in a cool rental yukata. Yukata (cotton summer kimono), obi belt, bag, accessories and dressing are all included in the plan. Enjoy the coordinate of belt or bag with yukata.  After dressing, you can freely enjoy the sightseeing in Miyajima including a temple visit, shopping, and walking in the town.Even in the hot summer season, you can enjoy the Miyajima visit elegantly in a neat and pretty yukata. -Strolling time: 4 hours

This tour will take you to see the famous 1000 vermilion gates at Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine, Arashiyama, UNESCO world heritage site Kinkaku-ji temple and Todaiji & Nara park. Enjoy an easy and relaxing bus ride, see famous sites in 2 cities in 1 day without the hassle of changing trains and getting lost.The best time to see the Autumn colors in Arashiyama starts from Nov 20th.

Try your hand at 'Ukiyo-e,' the traditional Japanese art of woodblock printing, during this 1-hour family-friendly class in Asakusa. follow the lead of an English-speaking woodblock master as you learn the skills and techniques of this art form dating to Japan's Edo period in a studio with decades of printmaking experience. You'll leave your session with new knowledge, plus a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

Cover the highlights of Sapporo during this flexible insider's tour through the city. Forget pre-planned itineraries and enjoy a customizable, on-the-fly schedule with personal recommendations from your own private guide. Take in top sights, from the bustling seafood market to the lush downtown park, while listening to the history and culture of Hokkaido. Hotel pickup is available, and you can travel like a local by taxi, subway, or on foot.

A maiko experience in a real teahouse  (place where geiko entertain their guests) in the Gion district established in the Taisho Era (1912-1926). Prepare to become a maiko, typical for Kyoto and pictures will be taken of your beautiful maiko appearance in the Tsuboniwa courtyard in Kyo-Machiya (a traditional wooden house in Kyoto).  No special preparation is necessary. Please leave everything to the staff that day. You will receive three 2L-size (127×178mm) photos.

Tokyo Sumo Morning Practice Wathcing at the Sumo StableSumo or Sumo wrestling is regarded as a national sport of Japan and has been beloved by lots of Japanese people for a long time. In this tour, you will visit a sumo beya (sumo training stable) which has one of the strongest and most famous Rikishis (sumo wrestlers) who is always in line for the championship. Why not watch the powerful and soulful training of Rikishis just in front of your eyes?  You can take photos with the wrestlers after the practice.

Suit up like a Japanese samurai during this 2.5-hour photo shoot wearing a traditional suit of armor. Choose from among 7 different armor variations for your photo session, snapping the perfect photo for social media and for friends and family back home. An optional trip upgrade option even lets your walk around Tokyo's Shibuya neighborhood wearing your new warrior attire.

Watch sumo wrestlers at a morning practice session and learn about Japanese wrestling traditions from an expert guide. This sumo wrestling experience is a remarkable glimpse of Japanese culture, and it includes admission to the Tokyo Skytree, a 2,080-foot (634-meter) observation tour that's located near the sumo stable.

Dedicate a morning to the cultural sights of Tokyo with this half-day walking tour, and learn about the city from your very own guide. The private tour takes in an eclectic array of sights including the scared Meji-Jingu Shrine, the luxury boutiques of Omotesando, the outer stalls of Tsukiji Fish Market, and the Kabukiza Theater. Discover must-visit neighborhoods such as Ginza and Asakusa, and enjoy easy travel around the city courtesy of an included day-long subway ticket.

Discover Nagano's many highlights on this private two day tour. Save time planning transport, as a driver and private vehicle is included. You'll have a guide to show you around on the first day, and then free time to explore on the second day. Overnight stay in a Japanese Ryokan, entrance fees to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, Zenko-ji Temple, and a private onsen experience is included, making it the ultimate hassle-free tour.

Spend a full day sightseeing in Sapporo and Otaru without having to worry about finding your own transportation. Your English-speaking guide will take you to the must-see attractions in these towns, including several food and drink-related stops. As this is a private tour, it's entirely flexible and customizable, to suit your interests.

Travel in style on this action-packed day trip to Kamakura. It'll be the ultimate stress-free day as hotel pickup and drop-off in a luxury vehicle is included. As it's a private tour, your itinerary is customizable based on your interests. Potential highlights include Kotoku-in, Meigetsu-in Zen Temple, and Kenchō-ji Temple. You won't have to worry about planning where to eat, as a delicious lunch in Komachi Dori area is included.

In this tour, you will visit Nagoya's three major sightseeing facilities very efficiently with a professional guide in one day. The amount of time spent at each location might be a bit shorter than the ones in our other tours, however, you will make the most of your time in Nagoya!All three of these sites will show you the excellence of "crafting and manufacturing". At Honmaru Palace in Nagoya Castle, you'll be embraced by the art of Samurai times here and there in the architecture. At the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, you'll learn why the Central Japan area is known for manufacturing because of the Toyota Company. At the end of the tour, you'll learn how the Japanese railway system has been developed as one of the top technologies in the world.

Get an intimate look at the world of sushi and sashimi preparation during this 1.5-hour private tuna cutting demonstration and meal for a small group. Observe the precision knife skills of a professional chef as they expertly slice one of these famous sushi fish. You'll get to sample their handiwork for dinner, eating parts of the tuna not normally offered outside of Japan.

Experience the excitement of Japanese sumo wrestling with this admission to one of the three annual tournaments that take place in Tokyo. Tour the stadium with a professional guide and learn about sumo culture and traditions while watching these massive warriors go head-to-head.

Avoid the disappointment of leaving Tokyo with below-par photographs on this private walking tour with a professional photographer. Choose a day or night tour, or a combination of both, and visit Tokyo's top sights as your guide teaches you how to make best use of your camera's settings so that you can capture them perfectly.