Things to in Japan

Welcome to Japan, a land where ancient traditions seamlessly blend with cutting-edge modernity, creating a captivating tapestry of culture, nature, and innovation. Nestled in the heart of East Asia, Japan beckons travelers with its diverse landscapes, historic treasures, and a hospitality that leaves an indelible mark on every visitor.

Step into the timeless beauty of Kyoto, where ancient temples, serene gardens, and traditional tea houses transport you to a bygone era. Explore the bustling streets of Tokyo, a metropolis where futuristic skyscrapers coexist with historic shrines, and the energy of the city pulses with innovation.

Japan's natural wonders are equally enchanting. Witness the iconic cherry blossoms in spring, transforming parks and mountains into a sea of delicate pink hues. Discover the tranquility of Mount Fuji, an iconic symbol of Japan's majestic landscapes, or relax in the therapeutic waters of an onsen, nestled amid lush mountain scenery.

Culinary enthusiasts are in for a treat as Japan offers a gastronomic adventure like no other. Indulge in sushi at Tsukiji Fish Market, savor the delicate flavors of kaiseki in Kyoto, or enjoy street food delights in Osaka's vibrant Dotonbori district. Each bite is a celebration of Japan's dedication to culinary artistry.

Japan's technological prowess is on full display in cities like Osaka and Tokyo, where neon lights illuminate the skyline, and high-speed trains seamlessly connect the country. Immerse yourself in the world of anime and technology, exploring districts like Akihabara, where pop culture meets innovation.

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Unique experiences and things to do in Japan

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Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo with a Local: Private & Personalized

Discover the coastal town of Kamakura, which lies just an hour away from busy Tokyo, with one of our friendly hosts. Take in the surrounding temples and shrines tucked away in the leafy green forest and see the famous Great Buddha statue. There are also scenic hiking trails, sunrise meditation sessions, surf shacks to enjoy a beer at and beaches on which to laze the day away. Whatever your speed, your host will make it happen.

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 plan an itinerary based on your interests and requests. Ready for a bespoke adventure to Kamakura?

175.00 £

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Explore Tokyo's Creative Koenji Neighborhood with a Local Host

Discover the unique beast that is Koenji with one of our friendly hosts by your side. Removed from the central crush of people, Koenji is Tokyo’s former punk neighborhood and still contains many relics from the 80s pre-boom Japan. Wander this retro area, visiting Shinto shrines, shopping at curio stores and snacking on the readily available street food (yakitori is our personal favorite). You can also enjoy some music with your host at one of the famed ‘live houses’ in the area, sipping on a craft beer whilst you get to know each other.

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.

69.00 £

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Private & Custom Tokyo Kickstart Tour With A Local

Kick off your Tokyo adventure with a local host on your first or second day. Swap your guidebook for an authentic Tokyo experience that's easy to miss when exploring alone.

Tour Highlights:
Learn to navigate Tokyo like a pro, steering clear of tourist traps.
Embark on a tailored journey, focusing on either Shibuya's pulsating energy, Asakusa's historic charm, or Shinjuku's urban allure.
Discover hidden gems or visit must-see sites tailored to your interests.
Gain insider tips on the best places to eat and drink, from traditional eateries and trendy spots to hidden cafes.
Dedicate 3 hours to exploring your chosen area, uncovering its unique sights and hidden treasures.
Get the inside scoop on navigating the city like a true Tokyo local.

This isn't just a tour; it's the launchpad for your Tokyo adventure. With your host's guidance, discover Tokyo from a local's perspective, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey from the start.

59.00 £

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Top 10 Tokyo Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Custom Tour

Discover the best of Tokyo on your terms with "Tokyo in a Day." Led by a knowledgeable local host, marvel at 10 of the city's iconic landmarks and hidden gems, all tailored to your wishes. Uncover sites like the historic Senso-ji Temple, bustling Ameya-Yokocho Market, and Akihabara's vibrant districts. But we don't stop there! Our host guides you to lesser-known sites, ensuring a unique experience.

Here are some of the perks of this unique experience:

Immerse yourself in Tokyo's essence, witnessing 10 top highlights and hidden gems in a day.
Discover lesser-known sites for a truly unique Tokyo experience.
Enjoy a personalized adventure, tailored to your wishes, and flexible to changes.
Explore Tokyo as if you were with a knowledgeable friend who lives there.
Choose your own start time, shaping your "Tokyo in a Day" to fit your rhythm.
This journey isn't just a tour; it's a shared adventure through Tokyo's multifaceted charm. Let's shape your Tokyo story, together.

106.00 £

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Explore Gion the iconic Geisha district on a Private Custom Tour

The life of a geisha is shrouded in secrecy, but you’ll be offered a rare glimpse into this ‘Floating World’ as you explore Gion with one of our hosts. Visit the famous Pontocho alley; a narrow passageway lined with bars, restaurants, and traditional geisha tea houses. You’ll also explore the scenic street of Shimbashi. Enjoy this ethereal evening with your host, as you travel back in time together (figuratively, of course).

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 personalize the itinerary to your requests and interests.

43.00 £

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Kyoto Sweets & Desserts Tour with a Local Foodie: Private & Custom

Join one of our hosts to immerse yourself in the delicious world of traditional Japanese wagashi - sweet confections. Japanese culinary pursuits are precise and packed with extraordinary flavor, and wagashi is no different. Visit Nishiki Market, a food market as well as a traditional tea house to find the staple ingredients of Kyoto’s cuisine and try some of the yummy sweets. You won’t know whether you should devour or Instagram these beauties.

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.

94.00 £

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized

Enjoy a dreamy day trip to the tranquil district of Arashiyama, home to famous Bamboo Grove and some very cheeky monkeys! Visit some of the temples and explore the riverbanks around the Togetsukyo Bridge. Venture to the well-preserved, Saga-Toriimoto Street and smaller sites like Gioji. Sample an authentic meal at a neighborhood eatery - we find that lunch always seems to roll around eventually.

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.

147.00 £

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Kyoto One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private

Spend the day with one of our friendly hosts as you take to the streets of Kyoto and unleash your inner explorer! Visit iconic and sacred sites, or explore the culturally rich entertainment district of Kamishichiken and Gion together. Not your vibe? Get off the beaten tourist track and explore hidden gems in the city that only a local would know about. Wherever you roam, keep your eyes open to the astonishing natural beauty of Kyoto.

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 local host. Your local 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

138.00 £

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Private Kyoto Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

You must be itching to explore Kyoto’s temples, gardens and scenery the city is famous for, but figuring out how to keep an entire family entertained is tough. Join one of our hosts, who will take the reins so you can enjoy your family trip. From the Kyoto Railway Museum to the Shoren-in Temple with gardens for the kids to play, your host will plan a day which reflects your family’s interests. And when tummies start rumbling, your host will show you where to slurp away on ramen - yum!

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.

75.00 £

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Kyoto Food & Drink Tour with a Local: Private Custom Izakaya Experience

You’ll spend the night bar hopping through the historic Gion district with one of our hosts. This neighborhood has been entertaining locals for centuries, so you can imagine they’ve perfected the craft. There’s no more authentic way to experience Kyoto’s nightlife than by visiting a few traditional izakaya (bars)! With paper lanterns and quaint wooden houses to set the scene, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into another time (or maybe that’s the sake talking).

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.

113.00 £

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Kyoto Private Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted

Spend time with one of our hosts exploring Kyoto. Half a day is not nearly enough time to see the whole city, but with a host by your side you will get a feel for its energy. Explore one of Kyoto's traditional neighborhoods, and see Kyoto as you would if you were coming to visit a friend who lived here.

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.

75.00 £

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Kyoto Private Night Tour: From Gion District To Old Pontocho, 100% Personalized

Join one of our hosts to explore Kyoto after dark. Amble through the wooden alleyways of historic Gion and see the picturesque streets of old Pontocho. Discover sacred shrines hidden in cosmopolitan shopping areas and share small dishes and beers with your host in a traditional izakaya or tachinomiya (standing bar). Kyoto after dark is more a feeling than a place, and with your host by your side, you’ll tap right into that.

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.

101.00 £

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Tokyo to Hakone | Private and Personalized Day Trip with a Local

You’ll join one of our hosts on a trip to the beautiful Hakone, a small town in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Gaze at the majestic snowy peak from various points across Lake Ashinoko and witness the famous red torii gate of the Hakone Shrine. Once you’re feeling Zen again, head back into town - Hakone is filled with quaint curio stores and authentic Japanese tea houses. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not submerge away your stresses in one of the onsens (hot springs) or ride the Hakone Ropeway.

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.

170.00 £

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Eat Like A Local In Tokyo Food Tour: Private & Personalized

Embark on a bespoke culinary journey in Tokyo, focusing on one of three vibrant neighborhoods: Asakusa, Nakano, or Kichijoji. Join a local food enthusiast through their favorite izakayas, away from the typical tourist-filled spots.

Experience Highlights:
Personalized culinary tour with a Tokyo food lover catered to your taste buds.
Your host guides you to their cherished izakayas in either Asakusa, Nakano, or Kichijoji for an authentic Tokyo experience.
Taste 6-8 local favorites, including unique dishes paired with popular local drinks
Depending on your chosen neighborhood, discover a range of culinary delights:
Asakusa: Enjoy local specialties like monjayaki amidst the charm of a traditional neighborhood.
Nakano: Savor diverse dishes like tsukune and tofu with bonito flakes in this otaku-culture hotspot.
Kichijoji: Indulge in local favorites in this relaxed locale, known for its renowned izakayas.
Gain an authentic insight into Tokyo's food culture, away from the tourist crowds

109.00 £

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Osaka Local Experience: Historic Tenma To Dōtonbori Pop Culture

Spend the day with one of our hosts to discover the true nature of Osaka - head’s up, it’s got a wild sense of humor and is obsessed with food. Explorer (not tourist) is what we’re aiming for here, and in that spirit, you will explore "Tenma", a lively Osaka neighborhood steeped in history. By day an energetic shopping district and by night a backstreet maze of quirky bars, you will get to know this authentic side of the city with a local host by your side.

Stop by Dotonbori to discover hidden gems like the smaller shrines and historic streets. Grab a quick bite to eat and see why Osaka is known as the ‘Nation’s Kitchen’.

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 get in touch to suggest a personalized itinerary to discover the city together.

124.00 £

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Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised

Experience Kyoto like a local with a private, customized walking tour designed just for you. This is more than just a tour—this is an intimate, immersive Kyoto experience crafted around you. Explore iconic spots like Kyoto Tower, Togetsu-kyō Bridge, and Ginkaku-ji Temple, along with hidden gems tailored to your interests.

Your guide will craft an itinerary based on your passions, offering insider tips and uncovering the city's top attractions and cultural secrets. Discover sacred sites like Fushimi Inari Taisha, explore the cultural richness of Gion, or venture into historic neighborhoods off the beaten path. Let your guide reveal Kyoto's true essence and charm.

Within 24 hours of booking, you'll receive a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, we'll assign a like-minded host who will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and ensure your experience is flexible and tailored to your preferences.

43.00 £

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Shore Excursion: Day Trip To Tokyo From Yokohama Port

With your host to help you jostle across the iconic Shibuya Crossing, you could head straight for central Tokyo’s explosion of pop culture and wacky themed cafes in Harajuku, the epicenter of the city’s youth culture, or discover ancient landmarks like Sensō-ji temple. Get a birds-eye city view from the famous Tokyo Skytree, and get on the ground to explore west Tokyo’s trendy neighborhoods like super-cool Shimokitazawa and glitzy Ginza, packed with upscale stores and restaurants – or keep things casual, slurping ramen in a low-key private booth.
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

132.00 £

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Tokyo Shore Excursion with a Local Guide, Private & Tailored to You

Explore Tokyo whilst your ship docks off at Yokohama port city. With one of our hosts by your side, visit some of the sites you’ve been dying to see, like Tokyo Tower or Senso-ji Temple. Perhaps you’d like to take a step into old Tokyo? Visit a historic neighborhood where you can partake in a tea ceremony or try some authentic Japanese food. Whatever you’d like to do, we’re here for you, and we’ll get you back on deck in time.

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'll 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.

155.00 £

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Private Hiroshima Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, 100% Personalised

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.

37.00 £

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Tokyo's Unique & Quirky Experience with a Local, Private + Custom

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.

75.00 £

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