Day Trips in Japan

Visit Mt. Fuji's 5th Station and Lake Kawaguchi on this full-day tour from Tokyo. Enjoy air-conditioned round-trip transportation from a meeting point in Tokyo to the 5th Station, and explore both Oshino Hakkai and Kawagushi Lakeside. Stop midday at the Kawaguchi Lakeside restaurant for a lunch of Houtou udon noodles, complete with a view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day. Depart the mountain to make a shopping stop at the Gotemba Premium Outlets on the drive back to Tokyo.

Check off three of the far-flung Yaeyama islands during a day-long trip from Ishigaki. Visiting the remote outpost of Iriomote plus Yubu and Kohama islands, the experience includes different activities on each isle. Cruise through Iriomote's mangroves; ride on a water buffalo cart through Yubu, with local 'sanshin' music ringing in your ears; and enjoy lunch and a quick island tour of Kohama. Want to see even more? Upgrade to visit nearby Taketomi, where Ryūkyū houses and coral beaches beckon.

Spend a day exploring Mt. Fuji and the surrounding area on this day trip that includes a visit to a hot spring resort (onsen) from Tokyo. Ascend the slopes of Mt. Fuji, reaching its 5th Station, for amazing views. Then descend to enjoy an invigorating hot springs soak at a nearby resort. You'll conclude your excursion with shopping time at Gotemba Premium Outlets. Your Mt. Fuji experience also includes an optional lunch, a guide and GPS-based audio guidance for several additional languages.

Discover a different side of Japan on a full-day tour to three Okinawa Islands: Iriomote, Yubu and Taketomi islands. Part of the Ryukyu Islands chain, the Okinawan islands inspire comparisons to Hawaii or Southeast Asia due to their subtropical climate, natural beauty and distinct culture. Your tour includes a cruise through the mangroves of the Nakama River, a ride in a buffalo cart, tours of a well-preserved Ryukyu village and botanical garden, listening to traditional Okinawan songs and a stop at the famous Star Sand beach on Taketomi.

Get to know Kobe on a day-long walking tour, and discover its passion for street culture and sake. Led by a knowledgeable guide, the tour includes round-trip train transport between Osaka and Kobe, plus walks around the city's historical quarters and waterside parks. Sit down for a buffet lunch of both Western and Japanese treats, and then the best part: sample sake at Kobe's Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum.

Discover the historic environs of Nara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as you explore its temples, shrines and famous deer park on this 6.5-hour excursion from Osaka. Visit Todaji Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, before seeing Kasuga Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Then stop by Nara Park, a 1,250-acre reserve that's home to more than 1,000 free-roaming deer. Your Nara excursion also includes pickup from select Osaka hotels, rail tickets between Osaka and Nara, a guide and all entrance fees.

Explore Kyoto and Nara with a photographer guide, and have your photos taken by a pro as you learn about the cities. With all the key shrines and temples included in the itinerary, you're sure to have a selection of beautiful backdrops to your photos. Strike a pose by the Golden Pavilion or opt for casual in-action shots at the gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. All photos are delivered in JPEG format a few days after the tour.

Pick strawberries and enjoy views of Mt. Fuji during this full-day tour from Tokyo. With your tour conductor, visit Yamanashi prefecture to try your hand at picking the small, red berries. Get spectacular views from Mt. Fuji's 5th Station, located at 7,562 feet (2,305 meters) above sea level and eat a hot pot lunch at the onsite restaurant. Enjoy fantastic photo ops of the unusual moss phlox, or moss pink fields that surround Lake Motosu. Round-trip transportation from Tokyo is included.

Depart from Osaka by train for a full-day walking tour that visits Himeji in Hyogo prefecture. Visit its top attraction, Himeji Castle, then enjoy a lunch buffet that features both Japanese and Western cuisines. Afterward, continue to Akashi Kaikyo Bridge - the longest suspension bridge in the world. Walk along Maiko Marine Promenade, a passageway underneath the bridge's roadway on the Kobe side. Experience an in-depth introduction to these Japanese treasures as travel with your expert guide on foot and by train.

Discover the delights of subtropical Japan on a day trip to Iriomote and Yubu islands. After leaving Ishigaki by ferry, dock on Iriomote, the jungle-covered island with dense mangrove forests, ringed by sandy bays. See it all on a cruise along Nakama River, and then cross the shallow waters to neighboring Yubu by water buffalo cart. Here, you'll visit a botanical garden to learn about the island's plant life. Lunch and ferry transport are both included.

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!

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.

Enjoy a full-day tour that includes time to play in the snow, a fresh seafood lunch and a visit to a strawberry farm. Upon departing from Tokyo, head to the Norn Minakami snow resort where you can try sledding and enjoy other fun snow-related activities. Then savor a lunch that features fresh crab or shrimp at an excellent restaurant near Mount Tanigawa, a famous mountain in Japan. For dessert, pick your own strawberries at Harada Farm before returning to Tokyo in the afternoon.Please note: This tour runs seasonally between December and March. The date is subject to change.

Make your day about sake and sightseeing with this Kobe excursion from Kyoto. After a train ride to the port town, take a guided walk through Kobe's Kitano quarters to see the historic 'Ijinkan,' or foreign mansions, that line the streets. Tuck into a buffet lunch, and then visit the waterside Meriken Park. Finish with a walk around Hakutsuru Sake Brewery to learn about the rice wine's history, production and place in Japanese customs.

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.

Visit Mount Fuji, Hakone, and surrounding points of interest with this bus tour from Tokyo's Shinjuku area. You'll start with a visit to Oshino Hakkai, with its eight springs, before continuing on a cruise aboard a pirate ship on Lake Ashi. From here, you'll go to Hakone Yumoto for lunch, with plenty of time to explore on your own before heading back to Tokyo.

See two of Japan's most revered temples, Okunoin and Danjo Garan, on a full-day journey from Osaka. In ancient times, traveling to sacred Mt Koya could take several days on foot. Now you can see these UNESCO World Heritage sites on a day trip by rail, cable car and bus. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, learn about the famous center of Shingon Buddhism as you walk through Okunoin and Danjo Garan, along with surrounding pagodas, Buddha statues and monuments. Your tour includes lunch, transportation and entrance fees.

Depart from Kyoto by train for a full-day walking tour of Himeji in Hyogo prefecture, starting at its top attraction: the exquisite Himeji Castle. Then sit down for a Japanese lunch. Afterward, travel to the Maiko Marine Promenade, a walkway that lines the Kobe side of Akashi Kaikyo Bridge - the longest suspension bridge in the world. Travel with your guide by train and on foot for an in-depth experience of these Japanese gems.

Explore the rich spiritual history and fascinating sights of Kamakura during this 5-hour trip from Tokyo. Visit a mix of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples as you get a sense for the religious heritage of this Japanese city, which is home to number of famous attractions like the 42-foot (13-meter) tall Great Buddha statue. A tasty Japanese-style lunch at a high-end restaurant is also included.

This action-packed day tour is a great choice for travelers with limited time in Japan. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport by having all transfers included. You'll travel with ease on a tour bus to Hakone Lake Ashi and enjoy a sightseeing cruise that boasts views of Mt. Fuji, followed by a sledding adventure. Once you've worked up an appetite, a delicious all-you-can-eat lunch is provided. The day ends with a perfect opportunity for souvenir shopping - a visit to one of Japan's largest outlets - Gotemba Premium Outlets.