Japan Cultural & Theme Tours

The Old Quarter of Tokyo - Yanaka Walking Tour

Discover Tokyo's hidden gem, Yanaka, and experience its old-world charm. This quaint district boasts traditional wooden houses that survived WWII, now transformed into cozy cafes …More

Tokyo, Japan

Discover Tokyo's hidden gem, Yanaka, and experience its old-world charm. This quaint district boasts traditional wooden houses that survived WWII, now transformed into cozy cafes...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (693)
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$45
Tea Ceremony Experience in Osaka Doutonbori

Located in Dotonbori, center of Osaka's Namba/Shinsaibashi district, this facility allows you to experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. A tea ceremony instructor will explain …More

Osaka, Japan

Located in Dotonbori, center of Osaka's Namba/Shinsaibashi district, this facility allows you to experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. A tea ceremony instructor will explain...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (845)
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$25
Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food Walking Tour with 5 Tastings

A family friendly street food adventure through Tsukiji’s exciting maze! Exploring on your own can feel overwhelming, but our signature tour turns this busy market …More

Tokyo, Japan

A family friendly street food adventure through Tsukiji’s exciting maze! Exploring on your own can feel overwhelming, but our signature tour turns this busy market...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (4,109)
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$97
Yanaka Walking Tour: Historic and Traditional District of Tokyo

Leave Tokyo's skyscrapers behind for a taste of daily life in historic Japan on this 3.5-hour walking tour through the Yanaka district. Developed as a …More

Tokyo, Japan

Leave Tokyo's skyscrapers behind for a taste of daily life in historic Japan on this 3.5-hour walking tour through the Yanaka district. Developed as a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (576)
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$52
Private Tokyo Tour: Local Guide, Custom Stops & Hidden Gems

This experience is designed around you — not a fixed route or a highlights checklist. Before your time together, your local host learns what you’re …More

Tokyo, Japan

This experience is designed around you — not a fixed route or a highlights checklist. Before your time together, your local host learns what you’re...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,221)
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$62
Akihabara Anime & Game Adventure Walking Tour (Group or Private)

Winner of City Balloon Tours's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 1% Worldwide). Don't just shop in Akihabara—understand its soul. Dive deep into the "Holy …More

Tokyo, Japan

Winner of City Balloon Tours's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 1% Worldwide). Don't just shop in Akihabara—understand its soul. Dive deep into the "Holy...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (502)
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$55
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

Escape from the city of Tokyo and discover Japan's natural miracle around the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone in 1 day! The deluxe coach …More

Ginza, Japan

Escape from the city of Tokyo and discover Japan's natural miracle around the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone in 1 day! The deluxe coach...

11 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (40,616)
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$159
Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure

Explore one of the world's most iconic cities on two wheels with a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide. Pedalling the streets and riverside paths of Hiroshima …More

Hiroshima, Japan

Explore one of the world's most iconic cities on two wheels with a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide. Pedalling the streets and riverside paths of Hiroshima...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (601)
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$71
Private Tour to Mt. Fuji/or hakone (Fully Licensed Operator)

We are providing 1-day trip which includes Mt Fuji and Hakone. You will be picked up from your hotel. We only provide private charters which …More

Ebisu, Japan

We are providing 1-day trip which includes Mt Fuji and Hakone. You will be picked up from your hotel. We only provide private charters which...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,756)
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$508
Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is …More

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Kyoto, Japan

This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (342)
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$85
Hiroshima 2hr Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide

This is a cycling guided tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and hear the story of the reconstruction of the bombed heritage sites …More

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Hiroshima, Japan

This is a cycling guided tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and hear the story of the reconstruction of the bombed heritage sites...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (303)
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$58
Kyoto: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Experience Japan in a Traditional Kimono at WARGO Step into Japanese culture by wearing a beautiful kimono and exploring the streets around any WARGO store …More

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Kyoto, Japan

Experience Japan in a Traditional Kimono at WARGO Step into Japanese culture by wearing a beautiful kimono and exploring the streets around any WARGO store...

1 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (137)
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$31
Genuine Osaka night: 6 guests or less, 15+ dishes, truly local

Experience Osaka after dark the way locals do—on foot, around the table, and away from the neon crowds. This small-group night food tour (max 6 …More

Osaka, Japan

Experience Osaka after dark the way locals do—on foot, around the table, and away from the neon crowds. This small-group night food tour (max 6...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (234)
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$111
Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the City Balloon Tours Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified …More

Asakusa, Japan

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the City Balloon Tours Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (294)
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$84
Kyoto & Nara Full-Day Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Todai-ji & Nara Park

Accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, this tour efficiently covers the highlights of Kyoto and Nara in one day. Visit famous sites …More

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Kyoto, Japan

Accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, this tour efficiently covers the highlights of Kyoto and Nara in one day. Visit famous sites...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (480)
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$190
Tokyo Allstar Food Tour

Start your Japan adventure with an unforgettable culinary journey through two of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods, Yurakucho and Ginza. This 3-hour immersive food tour is …More

Ginza, Japan

Start your Japan adventure with an unforgettable culinary journey through two of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods, Yurakucho and Ginza. This 3-hour immersive food tour is...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (206)
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$231
Osaka’s Best and Brightest: Private Full-Day Tour by Vehicle

Looking for a full-day, private vehicle tour that covers top spots with a fun, knowledgeable, and truly fluent English speaker? You've found it. We show …More

Osaka, Japan

Looking for a full-day, private vehicle tour that covers top spots with a fun, knowledgeable, and truly fluent English speaker? You've found it. We show...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (166)
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$525
5-hr Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Hidden Garden Walking Tour

Winner of City Balloon Tours's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 1% Worldwide). The ultimate Arashiyama half-day experience. Combine the must-see highlights with hidden gems …More

Kyoto, Japan

Winner of City Balloon Tours's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 1% Worldwide). The ultimate Arashiyama half-day experience. Combine the must-see highlights with hidden gems...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (474)
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$132
Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

Once known as Tokyo’s largest fish market, Tsukiji remains a vibrant food destination today. Enjoy a guided food tour through the outer market in English, …More

Tokyo, Japan

Once known as Tokyo’s largest fish market, Tsukiji remains a vibrant food destination today. Enjoy a guided food tour through the outer market in English,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (408)
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$97
South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!

**Must be 13+ to participate as a rider** Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto's most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding …More

Kyoto, Japan

**Must be 13+ to participate as a rider** Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto's most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (274)
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$77
Taste freshly made soba noodles made by yourself at a real local soba shop!Private plan for 1 group only.

It is a completely private soba-noodle-making experience at a real handmade soba restaurant. ① Experience at a real handmade soba restaurant instead of a tourist …More

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Sapporo, Japan

It is a completely private soba-noodle-making experience at a real handmade soba restaurant. ① Experience at a real handmade soba restaurant instead of a tourist...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (74)
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$64

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