This is the ideal plan for independent travelers that want to discover Nara’s highlights on their own, but would like the comfort and ease of traveling in a private vehicle. Avoid the potential confusion of public transportation system and relax while your English-speaking chauffeur takes the wheel.

Nara's proximity to Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from Osaka. You can visit the beautiful temples of this ancient Japanese city and meet the friendly deer that are sacred to the area.

A rival to Kyoto as the historic jewel of Japan, Kanazawa is a melting pot of art, culture, and history, where tradition reigns supreme. You might explore the Nagamachi neighborhood, a historic samurai district, and Higashi Chaya, where old geisha houses have been converted into teahouses and restaurants. A tranquil stroll through Kenroku-en, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, should be on every bucket list, while the 280-year-old “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, Omicho Market, is a must-visit for street food and a perfect snapshot of local life.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Our nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guides can help you efficiently enjoy a short, customized tour anywhere in the city.

A tour of Mount Fuji Area in Yamanashi with a guide & vehicle from Tokyo!

Delve into Kyoto's cherished hanami tradition with a local guide, exploring hidden sakura spots beyond typical tourist paths. Begin at the tranquil Maruyama Park, famous for its cherry blossoms, where you'll experience hanami in a serene setting, away from the crowds.

Next, venture to Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a less-visited gem where cherry trees bloom in quiet elegance, offering a calm retreat from city life.

The adventure continues at Daimaru's depachika, an underground food paradise. Here, choose a delightful obento, adorned with sakura-themed delicacies, under your guide's expert eye.

Conclude with a hanami picnic at a secluded spot, perhaps within the garden or another hidden gem nearby. Under the cherry blossom canopy, savor your meal, enriched with stories and cultural insights from your host.

This experience offers an authentic immersion into Kyoto’s springtime allure, providing a deeper understanding and appreciation of the hanami culture in Japan's ancient capital.

With one of our hosts, an expert foodie, you will eat your way through Nagoya- a city that has its own name for its local food (its "Nagoya meshi" in Japanese FYI). Learn how to eat hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice) like the locals or munch on a bowl of miso nikomi (udon-style noodles served in miso broth) at an underground mall. Slurp down ramen noodles, nibble snacks at an izakaya or drink sake in historic yokocho (alleyways). Just save space for ramen because Nagoya has developed its own spicier version called "Taiwan ramen." Nom nom nom

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Explore the metropolitan of Tokyo on a walking tour

Explore the metropolitan of Tokyo on a walking tour

This tour is designed for the travelers who visit Okinawa by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Naha Port or hotels near the port.

Okinawa offers a unique experience of your stay in Japan due to its relatively distant location from the main island of Honshu and the consequential subtropical to tropical climate. Your private guide can fill you in on the details and much more on this full-day tour of Okinawa, the capital city of Naha in particular.

Start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel, let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select 3-4 your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Explore the metropolitan of Tokyo on a walking tour

You’ll join one of our hosts as they help you to get comfortable in Osaka - we know it can be daunting when you don’t speak the language and you have no idea what those signs on the subway say! You’ll feel like you’re being welcomed into the city by a friend who can’t wait to show you their energetic city and find your feet. Depending on what you’d like from your time together, they could take you to see some famous attractions, explore the area where you’re staying and get recommendations, or just enjoy a walk and see where your feet take you!

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

For Hakodate Port pick up only

Learn about the history of Nagasaki on this guided private tour with a government-licensed and English-speaking guide. Rest assured knowing that you will not have to worry about transportation during this tour as you will have a private vehicle.

Along with the atomic bombing of Nagasaki during WWII, this city's history features many prominent events. With beautiful sights to see, this city will enchant you with its unique culture. You can learn about this and other interesting aspects during this full-day walking tour accompanied by your private guide.

Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Whether you are a history buff, love Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!

*Maximum 15 participants per tour.
*If you have a child or children in your group, please let us know the number and their age.

Explore the metropolitan of Tokyo on a walking tour

Arriving or staying in Osaka but want to visit sacred Mt. Koya? This driving tour from Osaka to Mt. Koya is for you!

This private and customizable driving tour will allow you to take in the world’s most sacred mountains with out the worry of catching trains or busses. This driving tour is perfect for independent travelers that would like to take in the sites on their own. Allow your private chauffer to take you around in comfort and style. Once your tour is done, your chauffer will take you back to Osaka so that you can continue your travels across Japan.

If you are staying in Osaka but would like to take some time out to enjoy some sights outside the big city, then this tour of Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture is for you!

Note: This tour is for independent travelers that need private transportation only. This tour does not come with a guide and you will not be able to ask for recommendations from your driver or Japan Guide Agency

Explore Yokohama's iconic landmarks, including Yamashita Park, Chinatown, and Sankeien Garden. Choose between a scenic day tour or a vibrant night tour with views from the Sky Garden and Cosmo World for an unforgettable experience.

Otaku (also known as “geek culture”) is a phrase used to describe an avid fan of anime, manga and cosplay - gaming, electronics, animation characters, you name it. But in Japan, otaku is celebrated and enjoyed across all age groups! Your host will show you neighborhoods like Akihabara, the mothership of anime culture and many other spots that’ll have your inner geek doing somersaults of joy!

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Arriving or staying in Osaka but want to visit Kyoto? This driving tour from Osaka to Kyoto is for you!

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Discovering around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book this tour!

Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!

・Note: This tour is for independent travelers that need private transportation only. This tour does not come with a guide and you will not be able to ask for recommendations from your driver or Japan Guide Agency.

Explore the vibrant city of Osaka on a full-day walking tour with our government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guides! From the beautiful Osaka castle, to Dotonbori District’s legendary Takoyaki, and the retro vibes of Shinsekai District with its famous giant blowfish lantern, Osaka’s many dynamic and vibrant sights will enthrall you. Hungry after all that exploring? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many savory local dishes. Book a tour with us in Osaka to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki!

Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 2 to 3 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests.
We welcome you to come and explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”!

Allow your host to introduce you to the quirky underbelly of one of the world’s most wonderful and outlandish cities as you go to places like Harajuku, home of all things kawaii, or the quirky, otaku districts like Akihabara. Head to a themed Owl café where you can cuddle up to a feathery friend over coffee, or try an eccentric drink at Alice in Wonderland Café.
Round off your time in Omoide Yokocho (aka Piss Alley) which, despite its misleading name, is actually a super eccentric alleyway home to many izakaya pubs!

After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host who will suggest a personalized itinerary to your taste and requests.

Arriving at Kobe Port? Book this tour to visit Osaka with a private vehicle! Easy and stress free!

There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto!

A walking & public transport tour (8 hour tour)

This product comes with a private vehicle that is accessible for wheelchair users.

Tokyo is full of hustle, bustle, and sights to see! But the maze of the metro system can tire some and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. At Japan Guide Agency, we want everyone to experience Tokyo so we are happy to provide this customizable tour with a vehicle!

Notes

1. This tour does not come with a guide.

2. Your tour doesn't come with a licensed guide.

3. Your tour will include an English-speaking driver that is also a registered caregiver.

4. Your driver will assist you when boarding and disembarking the vehicle.

5. Your driver will not be able to assist you during mealtime or any other eating-related activities.

6. Your driver will not be able to assist you with restrooms, diapers, osmate bags, or other support relating to the aforementioned needs.

7. Please choose 2-4 places from the itinerary. Please be aware we can not visit all the places for 6 hours.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Takayama!

Takayama features an atmospheric townscape, with Meiji-era inns and hillside shrines in a riverside setting. In addition, many museums, galleries and temples make their home in the city's 17th century layout. Be sure to come see the Takayama Festival, held once in spring and once in autumn, but be prepared for the crowds as the festivals attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

This is the idealtour for travelers with a layover in Tokyo's Narita Airport. As this airport is far from the city center, you will need a great English Speaking driver to take you on a drive of the lovely city of Tokyo!
Enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick a set itinerary, or customize your own. Potential attractions include many Must-See spots in Tokyo. You can explore at your own pace and visit sights such as Asakusa, Tsukiji Fish Market, Shibuya crossing and Meiji Jingu Shrine.
Your English speaking driver will fully support your tour.

Note: This tour is for independent travelers that need private transportation only. This tour does not come with a guide and you will not be able to ask for recommendations from your driver or Japan Guide Agency.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hakodate!

Hakodate has a long history of international trade and as such hosted a small foreign community. That influence is evident in the European buildings, churches, and red-brick warehouses that you can see from the nostalgic streetcar that makes its rounds of the city.

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Visiting a K-star goods store and find your favorites. Enjoy Shin-Okubo, a town popular among Japanese youth!

This is the ideal tour for travelers that have a layover in Narita airport!
Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one-day tour would focus on one area, and be able to cover about 3 to 4 sights. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private English-speaking guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a tour that is best for you!
Note*1: Please discuss with your guide which sites you would like to see on the tour.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history

Kobe Port Pick up ok!

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*Tour Highlights*

Introduction :
Get acquainted with fellow enthusiasts and share your anime and gaming interests while preparing for an unforgettable experience.

Akihabara Exploration :
Explore aisles filled with rare figurines, manga treasures, vintage games, and unique collectibles.

Arcade Showdown :
Engage in a thrilling arcade battle in a hidden games store!

Maid Cafe Experience :
Indulge in an enchanting hour at a Maid Cafe, and capture memories with a group photo alongside the charming maids.

Tour end at meeting point.

After an exciting journey filled with gaming battles, anime discoveries, and Maid Cafe enchantment, the tour concludes, leaving you with cherished memories and newfound treasures.
Join us on "The Premium Akihabara Tour" for an immersive adventure into the captivating world of anime, manga, and retro gaming!

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Join us on a private, fully customizable walking tour of Tokyo

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You can go to the place that local people goes and get to try old Japanese games! After an exciting journey filled with gaming battles, anime discoveries, and Maid Cafe enchantment, the tour concludes, leaving you with cherished memories and newfound treasures.
Join us on “The Gold Akihabara Tour” for an immersive adventure into the captivating world of anime, manga, and retro gaming!

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An 8hr walking tour of Tokyo!

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Experience Akihabara's Ultimate Anime and Gaming Adventure. Get acquainted with fellow enthusiasts and share your anime and gaming interests while preparing for an unforgettable experience. Explore aisles filled with rare figurines, manga treasures, vintage games, and unique collectibles. Engage in a thrilling arcade battle in a hidden games store.

After an exciting journey filled with gaming battles and anime discoveries, the tour concludes, leaving you with cherished memories and newfound treasures.

Join us on “Akihabara Tour (local adventure)” for an immersive adventure into the captivating world of anime, manga, and retro gaming.

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Meet your guide in Yokohama and enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital.

Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a eight-hour tour that's best for you! You usually can visit about 4 to 6 sights in a day in one or two areas of the city.

Note*: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Fukuoka! Enjoy a walking tour of this unique port city!

If you would like to enjoy a layover tour of Tokyo from Narita, this tour is for you!

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital.

Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would focus on one area. This is usually about 3 to 4 sights in the city. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a tour that's best for you!

Once your tour is complete, your guide will take you to the nearest station to ride the Narita Express. You can enjoy your ride back to Narita after a fun time in Tokyo!

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto!

Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 3 to 4 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!

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This tour is perfect for people who looking for nice vintage items!!
Shimokitazawa is the most popular vintage shop town in Japan and there are so many stores.
(Shimokitazawa is 10 mins from Shibuya and 15 mins from Shinjuku)
It is difficult to find a good store so we will help you to find a nice shop for you!
Planning to go to 3 different stores at least.
However, this is a private tour so if you want we will take you to another good stores!
Let's enjoy shopping without worrying about anyone else and find favorite items!!

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2 Days Tour: Mount Fuji and Hakone

This product comes with a private vehicle that is accessible for wheelchair users.

Nestled in the mountains, Hakone is a place of natural and artistic wonders. Visit Owakudani to see the ever-rising sulfurous gasses from the active volcano that provides heat to the many hot springs nearby. Try the area’s famous black-boiled eggs. Ride the ropeway down the mountain to Lake Ashinoko for a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. If you are an art fan, try visiting one of the many art museums in Hakone.

Note: Travel time between Tokyo and Hakone is about 70 min.

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You can experience making food samples, a traditional Japanese culture, at Kappabashi.
Food samples are a part of Japanese culture.
You can make a realistic looking food sample with wax.
You can see many of these food samples in the showcases of Japanese restaurants.
This time, we will make tempura, a famous Japanese food.
You do not need to bring anything to participate in this workshop.
Kappabashi has many cooking tools, which are also used by Japanese chefs.
There are so many varieties that you may get lost.
A knowledgeable guide will explain the cooking tools to you and help you find the perfect product for you!
Notes for food sample making:
Aprons will be provided.
Please come to the store in clothes with sleeves that can be rolled up to the elbow if possible.
If you have nail art, please understand that the nail art may be removed during the process.

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Do you want to immerse yourself in the culture and spirit of Samurai while you are in Japan? In this 6-hour Tokyo walking tour, you can experience the Samurai Martial arts of "Iaido" in a traditional uniform!

"Iaido" is the martial art of using a Japanese Samurai swordsmanship. You will be able to learn about this on this tour! You will learn Bushido, the Way of the Samurai, as well as sword technique through this experience. After a history lesson, basic demonstration, it is your turn to try swordsmanship alongside your instructor.

Your samurai experience tour also comes with a walking tour. You can visit some sights of your choosing with your guide. Please budget about 2 hours for each sight.

Note *1: This is NOT a stunt show or Ninja/Samurai show.
Note *2: Your guide will drop you off at Jidaiya after a 5-hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour.

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You can experience making food samples, a traditional Japanese culture, at Kappabashi.
Food samples are a part of Japanese culture.
You can make a realistic looking food sample with wax.
You can see many of these food samples in the showcases of Japanese restaurants.

This time, we will make tempura, a famous Japanese food.
You do not need to bring anything to participate in this workshop.
We invite you to try making food samples with us!

Notes for food sample making:
Aprons will be provided.
Please come to the store in clothes with sleeves that can be rolled up to the elbow if possible.
If you have nail art, please understand that the nail art may be removed during the process.

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This 6 hour Tokyo walking tour includes a 30minute rickshaw ride in historical and modern Asakusa!

Rickshaws were invented in Japan in the late 19th century and were once a popular form of transport. Riding on a traditional Japanese Rickshaw with scenic views and a friendly driver is one of the most popular activities in Tokyo! Your tour will also include a walking tour with one of our guides. You will be able to visit about 2 to 3 sights of your choice on this tour. Please see itinerary for possible sights.

Riding time: 30 minutes.
Area and route: Within Asakusa
Number of riders per rickshaw: 2 people. A group of 3 or more will be split into separate rickshaws.

Your guide will drop you off at Jidaiya after a 5-hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour.

Note: Infants who cannot hold up their own heads and pregnant women are not allowed to ride on a rickshaw.

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Kappabashi has many cooking tools, which are also used by Japanese chefs. There are so many varieties that you may get lost. There are also many cooking tools that you have never seen before, and you may not know how to use them.

A knowledgeable guide will explain the cooking tools to you and help you find the perfect product for you!

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Hiroshima has a dark past that precedes it but other than the infamous A-bomb dome site, there are a few hidden gems that only a local would be able to show you. From Yamato Museum where you can learn about the largest battleship in the world and explore a collection of authentic relics from World War II with the Kure port as your encompassing sea views. If submarines are more up your alley, the JMSDF Kure Museum awaits, four floors designed as a huge submarine make the outside as intriguing as the inside. Try their famed Navy Curry as you bite into history, with its origin inside the battleships of the Meiji Era, more than a century ago.

Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

A 8hr walking tour of Osaka! Meet your guide in this exciting city!

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Step into Tokyo's cultural heart with our Senso-ji Tour! Join our knowledgeable guide for an immersive exploration of Asakusa's iconic Senso-ji Temple. Delve into Japan's vibrant past and present as our expert shares captivating stories and historical insights about this revered site. Uncover the temple's rich history, witness traditional rituals, and immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance. Experience the essence of Japanese culture in just one hour, making your visit to Senso-ji Temple an enlightening and memorable journey through Japan's heritage.

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