Towns Japan
Yanaka Historical Walking Tour in Tokyo's Old Town
-Feel the Shinto vibe as you cross a vibrant red arch in Nezu Shrine, a portal into another world
We'll head for Nezu shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Tokyo. While your guide shares Japanese cultural and historical tidbits, we'll take great photos in and around the tunnel.
– Craft a lucky cat for your travel memory in an cafe of the old folk house
After a nice long walk, we will rest in a cafe with a drink and sweert. This is the first cafe in Japan that provides workshops to craft lucky cat statues that will bring luck and happiness. Let's paint your statue with your favorite color and patterns, and make your cat keep your memory from Japan for good.
– Dive into the local lifestyle! Stroll the backstreets of a quiet local area.
After visiting the famous Himalayan Cedar tree, we'll visit Yanaka Ginza, a long local shopping street which represents the flavors of Tokyo's old neighborhoods.
KYOTO's OLD TOWN of GION
Step into the timeless charm of Gion, Kyoto’s iconic entertainment district, renowned for its connection to the mysterious world of geisha. Wander through atmospheric backstreets that seem frozen in time as your guide reveals fascinating insights. If you have just two hours in Kyoto, this is the perfect tour for you!
Experience the enchanting streets of Kyoto’s historic Gion district on this immersive walking tour. Wander through picturesque streets, explore temple grounds and sacred shrines, and take in breathtaking views, including the iconic Yasaka Pagoda all while learning about the unique local customs and culture.
The tour begins at our traveler lounge, conveniently located in the heart of the geisha district. Enjoy a complimentary welcome drink as you relax and learn about the world of the geisha through a brief and engaging slideshow. As the only walking tour company in Kyoto offering such a comfortable start, we ensure your experience begins on the right note.
Toei Kyoto Studio Park Admission Ticket : Japan’s Edo Period
Toei Kyoto Studio Park, also known as Toei Uzumasa Eigamura, is a unique and immersive theme park located in Kyoto, Japan. It offers visitors the chance to step back in time and experience the Edo period through a combination of historical film sets, live performances, and interactive activities. The park is designed to look like a traditional Japanese town, with meticulously recreated streets, buildings, and residences that are frequently used as filming locations for period dramas and samurai films.
Visitors can watch thrilling samurai sword fighting and ninja action shows, participate in ninja training, and even dress up in period costumes such as samurai, ninja, geisha, or Edo-period townspeople. The park also features museums dedicated to Japanese cinema and anime, where guests can learn about the history of Japanese filmmaking and see memorabilia from famous movies and TV shows.
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan

Rated 5 Stars, based on 6 Reviews.
Head to Asahiyama Zoo, situated in the northernmost region of Japan and renowned as the country's most popular zoo. Delve into a world of fascinating wildlife, where you can discover valuable insights into the zoo's dedication to safeguarding these creatures' natural environments.
Located on the left bank of the Biei River in Hokkaido, Biei Green Pond lies at an elevation of approximately 500 meters. This remarkable body of water boasts crystal-clear, azure hues, and its scenery undergoes breathtaking transformations throughout the year.
Shirahige Falls, characterized by a 30-meter drop and situated at an altitude of 600 meters, can be found within the Shirogane Onsen Village in Biei Town. Earning its moniker "White Beard Falls" due to the way its waters cascade from rocky crevices, creating a visual resemblance to white whiskers, this waterfall captivates spectators as it relentlessly pounds against the rocks.
KOBE, SHIOYA, a quaint fishing town walking tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 12 Reviews.
Have fun talking with local people in a super smiley environment.
Shioya is a quaint peaceful fishing village nestled in a valley. It takes about 15 minutes from JR Kobe station and 40 minutes from Osaka station.
First, let’s go to the harbor. Enjoy a photogenic view of Mt Rokko, Awaji island, the Pearl bridge, even Kansai airport across the sea on a sunny day. Also, you can see Nori (seaweed) facrory when it opens(only Dec to Mar) and you can buy it on outlet price.
Then through the tunnel, we’ll go into SHIOYA town. I’d like you to know about real Japanese daily life.
I want to share my local vision with you, visiting a barber shop which has more than 100 years of history, a tatami factory, and our beautiful heritage Guggenheim house, and others when they are open.
While walking, let’s enjoy various local snacks & drinks and communication with friendly local people.
Japan eSIM (3 to 30 days, up to 60GB)

Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
Get this eSim to stay connected friends and family, and to find your way around town. The eSim allows you to enjoy 4G/ 5G (where available) data during your journey at local rates.
You can choose between the options of 3-30 days depending on the length of their journey and enjoy
Conveniently receive the eSim by email after your order, scan the qr code to activate the eSim profile, and be connected within minutes!
Please make sure your phone supports eSim (e.g. iPhone XS and later, Pixel 3 and later, Samsung S20/ S21/ Fold) and contact us in advance in case you are unsure.
The data plan covers all Japanese provinces. Get plenty of 4G data for trip planning to find your way. And never lose connectivity on unli 3G data speed
Get your eSim in advance at a price cheaper than buying Sim at the airport, avoiding language barriers and time-consuming activation.
Kyoto tea town for matcha lovers

Rated 5 Stars, based on 11 Reviews.
Are you a green tea lover or food lover? Then join us on this Matcha Town Walking Tour! On this tour, you will be exploring Uji, a beautiful historic district that is often affectionately known as a tea haven for tea lovers and connoisseurs. we stroll around Uji, you will be introduced to many interesting and fun facts about the origins of tea, the art of tea ceremony, and the wonders of Uji. pure, rich matcha powder that is sure to tantalize your taste buds! We will also visit tea houses, and tea fields, and will even pay a visit to some of Japan's oldest shrines, which Uji is home to. wonders of the shrines. For lunch, we will be stopping by a famous tea house, to enjoy “tea dishes”. After lunch, we will get to experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony at a traditional tea house.
Private Nippori Fabric Town Walking Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 13 Reviews.
If you love textiles, crafts, and sewing, this tour is for you! Nippori Fabric Town is a wholesale textile district in Tokyo. With its vast number of shops and wide selection of fabrics, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure where to start.
This private walking tour is fully customizable to your interests and preferences. Upon request, your guide will show you around the town and assist you with shopping at your own pace. Why not join the tour and discover your favorite fabrics at great prices?
– A private tour just for you and your group
– Led by a sewing enthusiast who tailors the tour to your interests
– Gain deeper insights into this unique and vibrant textile town
The tour is also available on weekdays. Feel free to contact me if you have specific dates in mind.
(Please note that most shops are closed on Sundays and public holidays.)
Old Town Tokyo: Shinagawa-Juku Walking Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 26 Reviews.
Be transported back to the Edo period (1603-1868) in this three hour guided tour around Shinagawa's old town. This tour is good for people travelling to/from Haneda Airport, or people interested in seeing a historical and peaceful part of Tokyo.
Kita-Shinagawa used to be a thriving post-town, or checkpoint station on the Old Tokaido Road, an ancient road that connected Tokyo with Kyoto. Weary travellers would stop there for rest, replenishment and entertainment. Although most of Shinagawa is now an extremely modern business district, this old town area maintains its historic charm and you can see many original buildings and stores with a history dating back hundreds of years. The area is also full of shrines, each with its own story to tell. If you want to explore a historical part of Tokyo without being bothered by other tourists, this tour is ideal, as this area is not at all touristic.
Wakayama Castle Town Walking Tour

We will first walk up to the base ground of the majestic Wakayama Castle Tower and enjoy the nice view of the castle (Admission to inside castle tower is not included). We will talk about the history of the city and castle along the way. After visiting the castle, we will stroll through Downtown Wakayama area and show you the local people's life, tradition, culture, foods and so on. If you ever feel tired of walking during our tour, we can always take a break anywhere on our way. We know the best Japanese traditional sweets shop in town for your nice break too!! Make sure to ask many questions to your guide, since we are all professional licensed guides, and most importantly we are Wakayama locals !! The more you know the city, the more you can enjoy !!
Also do not forget to try our famous Wakayama ramen. we'll give you all the recommendations in town for your best experience here in Wakayama City!
We will be walking about 3km (or 2 miles), some uphills to the castle tower.
Odawara Castle and Town Guided Discovery Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 11 Reviews.
Discover the history and stories of the samurai and ninja at Odawara Castle on this exploration and experience into Japanese culture and history. Odawara Castle is the centerpiece for this walking tour that will include historic insight, local goods, craft shops, and much more. This castle was the grounds for some of Japan's most famous samurai and ruled over a large part of central Japan during the Sengoku Period of Japanese history. The city of Odawara still has many connections to the traditions and culture of the time of the samurai.
Learn about the history of the samurai, architecture of Japanese castle, and all about the mysterious ninja. A short stop by a local shrine is also included as we explore this historic city on foot.
Odawara is conveniently located just south of Tokyo, nestled between the shores of the Pacific Ocean and mountains of Hakone.
From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Japan Oldest Castle

Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
Embark on a captivating tour from Nagoya to explore the oldest castle in Japan, a National Treasure teahouse, a “city of swords,” and the charms of Central Japan. Learn about the craftsmanship involved in creating a samurai sword. Meet a bladesmith and learn how to properly sharpen a kitchen knife. Stroll along the streets of Inuyama where you can indulge a wide array of street food and find locally crafted souvenirs. Discover the well-preserved Inuyama Castle—a National Treasure and historically significant stronghold of the Oda clan. Wish for good fortune in a shrine legend to grant wishes. Sip matcha tea in a garden designed by one of Japan’s pioneers of tea ceremony. Journey to Central Japan and experience its pristine rivers, skilled craftsmen, and historic towns as you are led by an experienced, English-speaking guide on this full-day tour from Nagoya.
Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town

This tour is planned by a former event coordinator from one of Japan's leading theme parks. Unlike the Tokyo metropolitan area, enjoy the beauty of Japan and sake to your heart's content in an environment filled with nature. Our tour includes Kikisake experience.「Kikisake」 refers to judging and evaluating alcoholic beverages based on color, aroma, and taste. This brewery always has about 10 types of sake available. Please enjoy encountering various types of sake in this beautiful Okutama nature.
The minimum number of people for the tour is 2 people.
KOBE Sake Walking Tour in Japan's Top Sake Breweries

Rated 4 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
Hey there! Ever heard of Nada Gogo, the ultimate sake haven in Japan? Picture this – over 10 incredible sake breweries offering tours and tastings along the Hanshin train line. The road is flat, making it a perfect stroll around town. If you find yourself in Kansai, you've got to give it a shot!
They use top-notch sake rice and pristine underground water with rich minerals. The city has a rich history, thriving since the Edo period, thanks to its port.
Join me on this city walking tour around Nada's sake breweries, the absolute best in Japan!
Get ready to explore the fascinating world of sake making – trivia, history, and all! Plus, you'll get to taste about 10 different sakes. Just a heads up, though – don't go overboard!
Calligraphy brushes/Handmade experience in Kumano Town, Hiroshima

Kumano Town is the largest producer of traditional brushes in Japan.
Guests on this tour will visit the Kumano Brush Museum, which houses the largest calligraphy brush in Japan and various types of brushes for calligraphy, painting and cosmetics.
A variety of brush-related handicraft experiences are available
1. A brush making experience
Experience the "finishing" process/keep the brush as a souvenir of the trip
2. Japanese Tapestry
Draw calligraphy and pictures on a large piece of white paper that has been made into a hanging scroll
3. "Etegami Experience"
Paint a picture on a postcard
4. A Tin Badge
Draw calligraphy and pictures and make them into an original badge
This tour is suitable for the following travelers who would like to
*Learn about the history of the Japanese language, calligraphy and traditional brush
*Experience Japanese culture that can be enjoyed by both adults and children
*Do activities indoors
*Seek more than the main tourist attractions in Hiroshima
Private Kimono Elegant Experience in the Castle Town of Matsue

Rated 5 Stars, based on 15 Reviews.
Matsue is a castle town that is great for wearing kimonos, and wearing a kimono as you tour the area is one of the best ways to experience the traditional atmosphere of Matsue. Please take a lot of memorable pictures in kimonos.
Japan's Rural Life & Nature: Private Half Day Cycling Near Kyoto

Rated 5 Stars, based on 10 Reviews.
Just a 20 minute shinkansen ride from Kyoto to our starting point, we offer an easy way to explore small town rural life in Japan on this leisurely beginner-friendly ride, with a local resident guide, fluent in English, to help you enjoy our area’s unique geographical and historical points of interest.
This 13km course features a broad range of sights such as rice and agriculture fields, historic trade routes, local villages combining old and new ways of life, a temple and shrine, a brief hike, and the shores of Lake Biwa, all in about 3 hours.
In our tours, we hope to both share and preserve our local culture and traditions. Toward this goal, we also work closely with municipalities and residents to ensure that we always respect the wishes and needs of the local communities that we visit.
Our convenient location and short tour time make it easy to explore more before or after your tour too, such as visiting Hikone Castle, or Lake Biwa!
Icicle Trekking Nishiwaga Town, Iwate Prefecture

In Nishiwaga, a sunny day in winter is indescribably beautiful. In midwinter, when it snows the most, a secret place appears -large icicles. The icicles are illusions during the winter. Let's go through the forest, go down the valley, and meet the mystery of nature.
◯ It is attached to the Japanese version of the snowshoe "Kanjiki".
◯ A guide that is familiar to nature walks on the table of flora and fauna this season.
Nagomi Town Satoyama Cycling Tour

Explore the natural and historical cultural spots of Nagomi Town in Kumamoto Prefecture on a guided cycling tour. Visit the Eta Funayama Burial Mound, Higo Minka Village, and the mysterious Tonkararin Tunnel.
Meet your guide and set off on your bike to explore the Eta Funayama Burial Mound, a nationally designated historic site built in the late 5th century. Next, head to Higo Minka Village, a collection of traditional houses featuring unique shops and restored old homes.
Continue to the mysterious Tonkararin Tunnel, whose creator, purpose, and time of construction remain unknown. Finally, cycle through mountain paths that preserve the original rural scenery of Nagomi Town.
Tokyo, Encounter Cultural Heritage & enjoy the old town

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
This tour is perfect for people who want to enjoy Japanese old town and shrine.
You can enjoy the downtown atmosphere of a town that retains traces of old Japan, which you cannot experience in the heart of the city.
This walking tour is a quick and easy way to enjoy the recommended sights in a short time.
The shopping streets, which were created after the end of the Second World War, still remain today, and will make you feel as if you are going back in time.
It is filled with a lot of history and you can see how Japan's history has changed over the years.
This tour is also a great way to find your favorite souvenirs.
The "Loumon" gate, visible from the main approach to Nezu Shrine, is a designated National Important Cultural Property and will overwhelm you with its colorful decorations and beauty.
Have a wonderful time with us!!