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Things to Do in Japan
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Our experts love to recommend the very best things to do in Japan, when to do them, and how to do them right.
In a country as diverse as Japan, you can enjoy everything from hiking and skiing, to shopping, visiting temples, relaxing in natural hot springs, and experiencing the country’s unique local cuisine.
Avid foodies won’t be disappointed - from authentic street food tours to Michelin-starred dining or homemade sushi making, we can organize a variety of gastronomical experiences for your trip.
For active vacation-goers, there are all kinds of fantastic outdoor activities to do in Japan. Niseko offers spectacular skiing in the winter and hiking and biking in the summer. Or, you could even climb the majestic Mt Fuji, or kayak on the beautiful Lake Kawaguchi as the sun rises. Looking to discover the country’s fascinating cultural side? Why not let our experts book you an experience entirely unique to Japan? You could learn all about Samurai culture in Kanazawa, attend a sumo wrestling match, or try your hand at Taiko - otherwise known as steel drumming.
The list of things to do in Japan is endless, so whether you’re off on a romantic trip for two, or an action-packed family adventure, let our specialists recommend the very best things to do in Japan for a truly magical vacation.
Sushi Masterclass
Tokyo, Japan
Today you will visit Tsukji Market and enjoy a Sushi making experience with an exceptional master.
Watch Morning Practice At A Sumo Stable And Share Lunch With The Wrestlers
Tokyo, Japan
An integral element of Japanese culture, sumo wrestling is enshrined in Shinto ritual and dates back over 2,000 years. This private 3-hour visit to a Sumo Stable is a memorable experience watching morning practice before sharing lunch with the wrestlers.
A Taste of Gion Evening Food Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan
Sample Kyoto’s world-famous sake and whiskies on an evening tour of the historic and atmospheric Gion district, with local food and drink pairings
Cooking - Nishiki Market Food Shopping & Cooking Course
Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan
Explore Nishiki Market, known as Kyoto’s Kitchen on a guided tour, shopping for traditional Japanese ingredients, taking in a sake tasting experience and enjoying a cookery lesson in a traditional machiya, townhouse
Food Tour - Pontocho Evening Food Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan
Indulge in a relaxed food tour focused on Kyoto’s iconic food street, Pontocho in the charming and historic district of Gion, the Geisha entertainment district, with its atmospheric wooden teahouses, traditional architecture, and romantic canals
Food, Culture & Cycling Tour
Takayama, Kanazawa & Around, Japan
Combine a private walking food and culture tour of the beautifully preserved old town of Takayama with a cycle ride through the scenic paddy fields, carp-filled streams, and past the traditional wooden sake breweries of Hida.
Photography: Streets of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
Capture Tokyo’s extraordinary street life on this 2.5-hour tour accompanied by a professional photographer, who will guide you to the city’s most photogenic locations and help you explore less well-known areas of the city.
Sea Kayaking (Private 3 hours)
Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Miyajima & Around, Japan
Combine sightseeing with exercise on a three-hour sea kayaking adventure paddling to the romantic ‘shrine island,’ Miyajima. Paddle close to the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, explore the island’s coastline, enjoy lunch, and see the famous roaming deer.
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Tokyo Architecture Tour
Tokyo, Japan
Home to some of the world’s most cutting-edge architecture, this tour explores a selection of Tokyo’s most impressive buildings in the company of a local architect, able to explain the aesthetic principles that underpin Japanese architectural design.
Cycling - Golden Tour (3 hours)
Kyoto, Kyoto & Around, Japan
Explore Kyoto on a leisurely three-hour private cycle ride, taking in the golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji, the serene Zen Rock Garden of the Ryoan-ji Temple and the atmospheric bamboo forest of Arashiyama.
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