Tours and Trips in Tokyo

Discover the weird, wonderful world of Akihabara Electric Town on this 3.5-hour private tour, exploring Japan's otaku culture. Try a session at a purikura photo booth, have tea or coffee at a 'maid caf e,' browse for video games and comic books and sing some karaoke at a local bar. Your private Akihabara excursion also includes a guide, meet and greet service at your hotel, public transport fare, karaoke room fees and a drink, purikura fee and tea or coffee at the maid caf e.

Leave the modern world behind on a private full-day tour of Kamakura, a historic city replete with Zen Buddhist architecture. With a personal guide, you'll travel from Tokyo in a private vehicle and tick off top Kamakura attractions such as the Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu, the Engaku-Ji Temple, and 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Discover Tokyo at your own pace on this 4- or 8-hour private, custom tour with guide. Design a tour that's perfect for your interests. There's a world of options, including the fish market at Tsukiji, the city's temples and shrines, shopping excursions and food or sake tours. Your private custom tour includes a guide, entrance fees at select attractions, snacks, round-trip transport from your hotel with meet-and-greet and a car (for the private transfer option), or public transport (for the public transfer) and optional lunch (for the full-day tour).

Combine iconic Tokyo attractions with lesser-known enclaves on a private half-day tour of Japan's capital. In a group comprising of just you and your party, you'll visit the Meiji Shrine, one of Japan's most popular Shinto shrines; explore the Asakura Museum of Sculpture, home to a sublime Japanese garden; and discover the backstreets of Yanaka, replete with temples and Edo-style architecture. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off by your guide are included.

Explore the incredible history and beautiful temples of Kamakura during this 8-hour, customizable, private tour. Step back in time as you discover ancient monuments like the 800-year-old Great Buddha, the Buddhist Hase Temple or serene Kencho Temple, plus much more. The choice is up to you. You'll travel by private van, limo or bus depending on the size of your group, picking the activities and attractions that fit your interests and schedule. A driver, plus round-trip transport from central Tokyo are included.

This is a private tour with a taxi and guide. With a local driver and a licensed tour guide, your travel experience in the Nikko area will be an easy task.

Stroll beneath a canopy of Japan's iconic cherry blossoms during this 8-hour, private, springtime tour including a charted vehicle. Gaze at the oceans of pink and white blossoms, juxtaposing this wonderful sight with visits to iconic attractions such as the landscape gardens of Koishikawa Korakuen Park, Zojoji Temple, and Sensoji Temple. You'll even visit lesser-known cherry-blossom viewing sites and have plenty of time for photos. A private driver and vehicle, plus round-trip transport from central meeting points, are all included. Please note: This tour is seasonal and runs yearly between late March and late April depending on the area. The date is subject to change.

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.

Treat yourself to a day of shopping, indulgence and Japanese culture during this customizable 2-hour private retail session with a real geisha. Explore handcrafted products like carved hair ornaments, hand-painted fans, silk bags, woven fabrics and more among the historic geisha shops of Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood. As you shop you'll gain new insight into the beauty routines and shopping habits of this iconic Japanese community. Your experience is led by Sayuki, the country’s first western geisha practitioner, or one of her trainees. 

Immerse yourself in the ancient Buddhist traditions and elegant temples of Nara during this private, fully-customizable, tour from Osaka. This one-time Japanese imperial capital offers a wealth of rich history, fascinating Japanese architecture and a beautiful urban setting. Pick from among attractions like the important Buddhist site, Todai Temple, idyllic Nara Park or the 7th-century Yakushi Temple, plus much more. A charted bus, limo or van will help simplify your transport, as well as an included driver and round-trip hotel transport.

Obsess over Japan's one-of-a-kind 'otaku' culture during this flexible 8-hour private tour of Tokyo's top hotspots for manga, anime and street fashion. Travel by private van, bus or limo as you explore some of the best otaku-focused neighborhoods in the Japanese capital. Depending your selection, you might shop for manga, figurines and toys around Nakano Broadway, visit the anime shops and maid cafes in Akihabara or spot for street-style trends in Harajuku. A driver, private vehicle and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Watch powerful sumo wrestlers train during a practice session at the Chiganoura training stable. You'll learn about this ancient sport on a private tour of Tokyo with your own personal guide. Then visit Senso-ji, a Buddhist temple in the popular Asakusa area. Afterward, ride a boat on the Sumida River and tour Hamarikyu Gardens and the Tsukiji Fish Market. You'll ride accompanied on the subway (own expense) to each attraction, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Skip the hassles of navigating public transportation and travel in a private taxi to Hakone for a full-day guided tour of the Japanese countryside, topped off by a shopping trip. Glide along the crater lake of Ashinoko on a replica pirate ship for postcard-perfect views of Mt. Fuji and enjoy a ropeway ride to a remote hilltop shrine. Tours include private hotel or airport pickup for a relaxing, all-inclusive excursion.

Get as close as possible to Japan's iconic Mt. Fuji without actually climbing it thanks to this 7-hour, customizable, private tour. Design a trip to the attractions near this famous mountain that suit your interests, visiting sights like Mt. Kachikachi Ropeway, Aokigahara Forest, a sake brewery, Kawaguchi Lake, and much more.

Design the perfect multi-city day trip to visit Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara thanks to this customizable, 8-hour or 10-hour private tour. Enjoy access to a private vehicle and English-speaking driver as you create the ultimate day-long excursion, picking among top-tier highlights like Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nara's Great Buddha statue.

Visit one of Japan's most recognizable Buddhist monuments with ease on a full-day tour of Kamakura from Tokyo. In a small group limited to five, you'll tick off the colorful Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu; marvel at the 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura); and Hokokuji Temple, home to a bamboo garden. Lunch (additional cost), and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Avoid the hassle of driving or public transportation, and skip the crowded group tours, on this private tour to Mount Fuji. Travel directly from your hotel to Mount Fuji 5th Station where you ascend the mountain via the Fuji Subaru Line. Later, visit the sparkling lakes at the base, soak in a hot spring, ride the Kachi Kachi ropeway, and explore a vibrant flower park.

Get inspired by the local artisans and idyllic shrines near majestic Mount Fuji during this private 4-hour day trip. Choose between 2 to 3 attractions to visit, with options ranging from a ride on the Kachi Kachi Yama Ropeway, a stop at nearby Fuji Sengen Shrine, an exploration of the kimono art of the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum or a visit to Ide Sake Brewery. A private guide, plus round-trip hotel transport from Kawaguchiko, are included.

Escape Tokyo's bustling city streets in favor of Hakone, a serene town overlooking Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji, on a private, full-day tour from Tokyo. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this custom tour covers the O-Wak-Dani active volcano and features a pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi, part of Hakone National Park. Plus, you'll have the chance to customize your experience by adding visits to local shrine and museums. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Tick off all the sights of Nikko - without the fuss of arranging your own travel plans - during this full-day, all-inclusive private excursion. Tours include chauffeured pickup from your hotel or airport, so you can settle back and focus on enjoying the attractions. Spot rare bird species at a marshland, visit a 400-year-old Edo shrine, and marvel at live ninja shows at Edo Wonderland.