Cultural Tours in Tokyo

From ancient temples and shrines to cutting-edge technology and fashion, Tokyo can be safely said to be right in culture. This city fascinatingly blends traditional ambience with modern elements, always giving travelers a taste of the old and new all in one exploration. Culture tours in Tokyo come in diverse ways; while some go for the ancient and historical places, others choose the modern version of the tour, and some go for general cultural tours in Tokyo that covers a full range of cultural experiences. These tours in Tokyo come with the service of a professional guide who will provide interesting insights into the history and traditions of the Japanese, while navigating the routes to the best places to experience the city’s unique culture. Some of the highlights of cultural tours in Tokyo include the heritage of Nikko Toshogu, Tsukiji Fish Market, anime cultural city of Akihabara, and the stunning destination of Mt. Fuji & Hakone, and many more. Suitable for all travelers in Tokyo as cultural tours will give you a complete exploration of the indigene’s life in Tokyo and Japan in general.

To explore more of Japanese culture that paints the city attractive for tourists, get admission tickets to Tokyo museums and shrines. This is the exploration of the city’s cultural sites and religious traditions. Some of which include Senso-ji, Asakusa Shrine, Hanazono Shrine, Hie Shrine, Mount Fuji, Meiji Jingu, and many more. Places like Asakusa shrine, Senso-ji and the likes that are in the city can be explored using Tokyo walking tours; while Mount Fuji, Meiji JIngu, and others that are outside the walls of the city can be best explored on day trips from Tokyo. Food tours are also an important part of Japanese culture you shouldn’t miss. Exploring the popular markets in Tokyo will make you discover the real cuisine of the locals and the best restaurants in the city.

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Tokyo Cultural & History Tours

Nikko 1-Day Bus Tour :World Heritage of Nikko Toshogu,Lake Chuzenji,Kegon Falls €106.5
Tokyo Private Custom Walking Tour with local friendly guide €281.62
Tsukiji Fish Market Visit with Sushi Making Experience €126.73
Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience at Local Bar in Tokyo €92.85
Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour €92.3
Full-Day Akihabara Tour for Anime Fans PLUS food & drinks. €179.03
Starter tour in Tokyo _Visiting must-see spots and practical guidance €337.59
A day tour to Nikko from Tokyo by chartered car €1126.48
Mt. Fuji & Hakone a day tour from Tokyo by car €938.73
From Haneda Layover tour for 6 hours by train €319.17
Nikko 1-Day Bus Tour :World Heritage of Nikko Toshogu,Lake Chuzenji,Kegon Falls

Nikko 1-Day Bus Tour :World Heritage of Nikko Toshogu,Lake Chuzenji,Kegon Falls

clock Duration: 11 hours
  • This is an activity that will give you a chance to learn how to make Soba noodle during your trip in Japan.
  • The Soba noodle making activity will last for 2 enjoyable hours.
  • The workshop will provide you valuable information regarding the history of Soba noodles.
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Tokyo Private Custom Walking Tour with local friendly guide

Tokyo Private Custom Walking Tour with local friendly guide

clock Duration: 2 to 7 hou
  • Enjoy a workshop on how to make traditional Japanese sweets called, Wagashi.
  • It is a two and a half hours of activity.
  • It is a pleasurable way of getting to know the Japanese culture.
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Tsukiji Fish Market Visit with Sushi Making Experience

Tsukiji Fish Market Visit with Sushi Making Experience

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • It is a 10-hour tour to experience the Fuji ShibaSakura Festival .
  • Have the opportunity to witness the beauty of Mount Fuji and Fuji Five Lakes.
  • Spend time taking photos from the picture-perfect views of Mt. Fuji.
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Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience at Local Bar in Tokyo

Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience at Local Bar in Tokyo

clock Duration: 2 hours
  • 3-hour tour around Shinjuku area.
  • Get a chance to sample different kinds of sushi and yakitori.
  • Exploration of the entertainment area of the city.
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Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour

Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour

clock Duration: 6 hours 30
  • Explore the highpoints of Tokyo, Japan's capital city as you jump into the characteristic bike life of Tokyo
  • You'll pedal through the city's bustling main streets, quiet backstreets and super attractive hidden paths
  • It's includes a visit shrine, and ends on a skyscraper from where you can sight some of the most iconic spots in
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Full-Day Akihabara Tour for Anime Fans PLUS food & drinks.

Full-Day Akihabara Tour for Anime Fans PLUS food & drinks.

clock Duration: 6 to 7 hou
  • Have you ever wondered what it would be like walking down a Japanese high street, surrounded by rows upon rows of anime shops and locals dressed in cosplay? You’re in luck!

    Washoku Club takes you to the heart of Tokyo’s Techno City to witness the world’s biggest and most extensive anime and manga centre. Here you’ll find Kawaii...
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Starter tour in Tokyo _Visiting must-see spots and practical guidance

Starter tour in Tokyo _Visiting must-see spots and practical guidance

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  • 3 MUST-SEE SPOTS WITH LOCAL JAPANESE LUNCH FOR 6 HOURS BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

    This is the tour you can visit three of must-see  spots in Tokyo and  lunch at Japanese local restaurant  within six hours by public transportation.

    We can give you practical tips for life in Tokyo such as how to use a train ticket, ordering foods at...
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A day tour to Nikko from Tokyo by chartered car

A day tour to Nikko from Tokyo by chartered car

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • This is day tour by private car just for your group. It is comfortable and easy to access around Nikko. You can modify the destinations within time duration.

    Group with seniors or kids are highly welcomed.

    Great cost for value and you can enjoy non- touristic spots as well.

    You will enjoy natural landscape, history and local...
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Mt. Fuji & Hakone a day tour from Tokyo by car

Mt. Fuji & Hakone a day tour from Tokyo by car

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  • This is the only tour covering both sides of the mountain by private car.
    Most of all the tours from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji goes only Hakone. However it is quite rare chance to enjoy viewing from Hakone.
    In our tour you have surely better chance to do it because you have two chances from north and south.
    Expert guide knows well about local...
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From Haneda Layover tour for 6 hours by train

From Haneda Layover tour for 6 hours by train

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • You can visit the best spots in Tokyo while your layover at Haneda or Narita airport. We are quite a friendly guide who will lead you to a great experience in Tokyo even with 6 hours. There is no tour like this with a great cost for value....
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Strawberry Picking and Snow experience at Mt Fuji ski resort for VIP

Strawberry Picking and Snow experience at Mt Fuji ski resort for VIP

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • You can enjoy strawberry picking all you can eat at fruit farm around Mt. Fuji area firstly. Japanese strawberry is carefully grown in house cultivation. It is all you can eat style for 30 minutes.  You can taste different kinds of strawberry  there. It starts from the end of December to March usually.  So if you are in Tokyo in this period...
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Tokyo Photogenic spots visiting tour

Tokyo Photogenic spots visiting tour

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • This is the tour for photograph lovers. We have many photogenic spots in Tokyo however it is not easy to cover many spots in a short period of time. You can visit three of spots up to your preferences by private car. Not only for photograph but also you can enjoy history and culture in Tokyo.

    This tour starts basically from afternoon and...
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Essential tour for fashion and art in Tokyo for 6 hours with local lunch

Essential tour for fashion and art in Tokyo for 6 hours with local lunch

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • It is time-efficient tour for first visitors in Tokyo. You can enjoy fashion street from teens to adult in Harajuku, Omotesando and Aoyama area. Also you can taste sweets and foods in street like a crepe, a cotton candy, a shaved ice and ice cream and so...
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Private custom tour with a local guide Tokyo

Private custom tour with a local guide Tokyo

clock Duration: 2 to 8 hou
  • Tokyo can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private, customized tour. Your guide contacts you beforehand to get a feel for your interests and tastes to ensure that you only visit the places you are interested in. As you explore the city, your guide shares insights...
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One day Experience Tokyo & Edo Culture

One day Experience Tokyo & Edo Culture

clock Duration: 7 hours 30
  • You never see Tokyo until you see Edo. By joying the tour, you will experience the present Japanese culture, history, the way of thinking, and a sense of beauty developed from the Edo period. I am sure I will be able to provide you with the most impressive tour. I hope you enjoy your stay in Japan. I'm looking forward to seeing you. See you...
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Highlights of Hakone Day Trip by Public Transportation

Highlights of Hakone Day Trip by Public Transportation

clock Duration: 8 to 10 ho
  • This is a typical day trip in Hakone by public transportation.

    Some sightseeing sites in Hakone near Tokyo will please you fully.

    You can enjoy a ship designed like a Viking one on a lake and then reach to the hot springs and volcanic craters area by riding on a rope-way.

    You can also enjoy historic venues and interesting...
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Highlights of Nikko Day Trip by Public Transportation

Highlights of Nikko Day Trip by Public Transportation

clock Duration: 8 to 10 ho
  • You can enjoy both historic structures and beautiful nature scenery in Nikko Day Trip.

    You would be able to enjoy the beautiful nature scenery in each season, for example, cherry blossoms in spring, fresh green leaves in summer, turned red and yellow leaves in autumn and white snow in winter.

    See inclusions and excursions for what is...
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Highlights of Tokyo Day Trip for Standard Interests

Highlights of Tokyo Day Trip for Standard Interests

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • This is a typical day trip in Tokyo.

    Tokyo has been the capital since the early 17th century, so it has so many historic and cultural venues.

    I'd like to introduce you to them eagerly.

    You can choose your favorites among these venues.

    Meiji Jingu Shrine in Harajuku: the most popular Shintoism shrine in Tokyo among...
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Tea Ceremony Experiences & Traditional Dishes

Tea Ceremony Experiences & Traditional Dishes

clock Duration: 5 hours
  • You can experience a traditional tea ceremony at a traditional tea house that was built in the Meiji era, around a hundred years ago. After that, you walk around a traditional Japanese garden for strolling, and finally have traditional Japanese dishes that are served to satisfy not only our tongues but also our...
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Zen food and hiking at Mt. Takao

Zen food and hiking at Mt. Takao

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • Mt. Takao is located only about an hour away from the center of Tokyo. In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable...
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Private Walking Tour of Tokyo with a water bus ride. Rate for groups

Private Walking Tour of Tokyo with a water bus ride. Rate for groups

clock Duration: 5 hours
  • This tour is a private walking tour for 5 hours. You can enjoy it only in guides with you.

    Start your day, the walk of the Japanese style garden Hamarikyu. At the place, you can enjoy powdered green tea "Matcha" and Japanese sweets "Wagashi".

    Move to Asakusa on a water bus from Hamarikyu. The scenery to see from the water bus is a...
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Private Walking Tour of Tokyo with a water bus ride

Private Walking Tour of Tokyo with a water bus ride

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • This is a private sightseeing tour of Tokyo highlights by public transportation. You can enjoy it only in guides with you.

    Visit Tokyo’s important places Including Tsukiji outer market, HamaRikyu, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Skytree. You can also enjoy a water bus ride from HamaRikyu to Asakusa.

    Tsukiji Outer Market, try some...
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Private Chartered Taxi Tour of Tokyo

Private Chartered Taxi Tour of Tokyo

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided sightseeing trip only with your family and friends.

    This tour includes Tsukiji, Hama rikyu, Senso-ji Temple,Tokyo Skytree, and Imperial Palace. If you want to add other places, you can consult with the guide.

    1.Tsukiji Jogaii Market : Try fresh seafood and traditional Japanese food at Tsukiji outer...
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Nikko Private Tour by public transportation

Nikko Private Tour by public transportation

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.

    This tour is a tour using public transportation.

    Guides and you go to the destination by the Tobu limited train or Shinkansen bullet train. You can choose transportation after booking. It is also good to use JR Pass or Nikko Pass.

    This tour includes...
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Private Asakusa Sightseeing and Tsukiji Food Tour

Private Asakusa Sightseeing and Tsukiji Food Tour

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided food tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tsukiji and Asakusa tour using public transportation.

    The destinations of the tour include Tsukiji outer market and Asakusa(Sensoji Temple).

    Let's try many kinds of seafood and traditional Japanese food while learning from the professional guide...
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Meiji Jingu Shrine Half-day Tour by public transportation

Meiji Jingu Shrine Half-day Tour by public transportation

clock Duration: 5 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tokyo tour using public transportation.

    The destinations of the tour includes Meiji Jingu(Meiji shrine), Harajuku (Takeshita-dori street), and Shinjuku Gyoen garden.

    Enjoy the famous ancient shrine and garden with historical explanations by...
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Full Day Tokyo Chartered Taxi Tour

Full Day Tokyo Chartered Taxi Tour

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tokyo tour using chartered taxi from your hotel within the 23 wards of Tokyo.

    The destinations of the tour includes Tsukiji Outer Market, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street,

    Meiji Jingu(Meiji shrine), and Shinjuku Gyoen...
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Tsukiji Outer Market and Sushi Making Private Tour

Tsukiji Outer Market and Sushi Making Private Tour

clock Duration: 5 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tokyo tour using public transportation.

    The destinations of the tour includes

    Sushi making experience, Tsukiji outer market, Hamarikyu Garden.

    Enjoy the famous ancient garden , Sushi making experience and traditional fish market with knowledgeable...
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Meiji Shrine and Tsukiji Sushi Making Private Tour

Meiji Shrine and Tsukiji Sushi Making Private Tour

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tokyo tour using public transportation.

    The destinations of the tour includes

    Sushi making experience, Tsukiji outer market, Meiji Jingu Shrine.

    Enjoy the famous shrine , Sushi making experience and traditional fish market with knowledgeable...
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Free Choice of Itineraries Tokyo Private Tour

Free Choice of Itineraries Tokyo Private Tour

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • Choose 4 destinations you are interested in and take a private tour with the guide!

    You can choose from Tokyo's standard and popular attractions. Make it your own way!

    Destination list

    Tsukiji Outer Market, Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree, Ueno Zoo, Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku Gyoen,Owl...
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Exciting Mt,Fuji - One Day Tour from Tokyo

Exciting Mt,Fuji - One Day Tour from Tokyo

clock Duration: 11 hours
  • Mt. Fuji was designated as a World Heritage in 2013. Especially, Lake Kawaguchi is the most popular place to view Mt.Fuji. We will visit three viewing spots.
    - Arakurayama Sengen Park
    - Mt. Kachikachi Ropeway or Crusing at Lake Kawaguchi
    - Oshino Hakkai

    See inclusions and excursions for what is included in the price of this...
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Tokyo Private Tour to Learn History and Shinto

Tokyo Private Tour to Learn History and Shinto

clock Duration: 6 hours
  • A professional guided private tour where you can explore ancient temples and shrines and learn about Japanese history, culture and Shinto. Not only for adults but also for learning about different cultures and history of children.

    A majestic atmosphere, ancient Japanese architectural techniques, colorful and delicate sculptures and...
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Hakone for Children to Enjoy! Japanese Crafts Experience From Tokyo

Hakone for Children to Enjoy! Japanese Crafts Experience From Tokyo

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • You can enjoy a national qualification guided private tour only with your family and friends.You will enjoy your day at your own pace.

    The departure of this tour is in the 23 wards of Tokyo. Hotel pick up included.

    This is a tour of Hakone using public transportation.

    If you have a JR Rail Pass, of course you can use...
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Tokyo Tour for Children to Enjoy! Japanese Crafts Experience

Tokyo Tour for Children to Enjoy! Japanese Crafts Experience

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • This is a private Tokyo tour with a national qualification guide that both children and adults can enjoy. As there are no other customers in the tour, you can enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo at your own pace. Including hotel pickup in Tokyo 23 wards.

    Tour itinerary is Tokyo Sky Tree, Soramachi or Asakusa Japanese traditional Amezaiku making...
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Robot cabaret show and Asakusa Private Tour

Robot cabaret show and Asakusa Private Tour

clock Duration: 5 hours
  • You can enjoy a national qualification guided private tour only with your family and friends.You will enjoy your day at your own pace.

    It is a tour using public transport.

    The departure of this tour is in the 23 wards of Tokyo. Hotel pick up included.

    This tour itinerary includes Sensoji Temple (Asakusa temple) and robot...
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Tokyo Private Custom Tour With Water Bus Ride

Tokyo Private Custom Tour With Water Bus Ride

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • Private custom tours with nationally qualified guides.

    During the tour, we use public transport.Hotel pick up in Tokyo 23 wards.

    The itinerary of this tour includes Tsukiji Outer Market, Senso-ji Temple, and water bus ride. In addition to these, choose two attractions from the list below and create your own tour.

    Akihabara...
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Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo

Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo

clock Duration: 4 to 10 ho
  • This tour is designed to enjoy Tokyo by public transportation such as trains and buses.
    A guided private tour that will make your tour time and itinerary the way you want!

    You can choose from 4, 6, 8 and 10 hours for the tour. It will tour 4 hours (2 places of tourist attraction), 6 hours (4 places), 8 hours (6 places), 10 hours (8...
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Full Day Tokyo Chartered Taxi Tour From Narita

Full Day Tokyo Chartered Taxi Tour From Narita

clock Duration: 9 hours
  • You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.

    This is a Tokyo tour using chartered taxi from your hotel.

    The destinations of the tour includes Tsukiji Outer Market, Asakusa Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street,

    Meiji Jingu(Meiji shrine), and Shinjuku Gyoen garden.

    Enjoy the famous ancient...
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Naritasan Shinshoji temple before your flight

Naritasan Shinshoji temple before your flight

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • If you have minimum 3 hours before your flight at Narita airport, you can visit Naritasan Shinshoji temple and experience Japanese culture. Use your last several hours in Japan...
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Ancient Tokyo: City Exploration Game

Ancient Tokyo: City Exploration Game

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • Play a city game in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka and follow clues to discover a piece of Old Edo’s complicated history and stories from the times of shoguns, geishas and samurais.

    On this walking tour, you will enter a labyrinth of narrow alleys, geisha teahouses, temples, samurai houses and old traditional restaurants (ryotei) that used to fill...
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Shopping Tour with Geisha - Private Tour

Shopping Tour with Geisha - Private Tour

clock Duration: 2 hours
  • You will have a memorable experience about shopping with a captivating Geisha. During shopping, you can buy some hand-craft products and enjoy the rich of culture...
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Walking Tour in YANAKA - Relaxing and Culture Experience

Walking Tour in YANAKA - Relaxing and Culture Experience

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • Yanaka is Tokyo's most traditional district and is home to artisans, temples, Shrines, winding lanes and some great restaurants. It's a great place for a half-day tour in...
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Culture Tour - Explore Shrines and Temples in Funabashi

Culture Tour - Explore Shrines and Temples in Funabashi

clock Duration: 3 to 4 hou
  • There are so many specific temples and shrines in Funabashi are waiting for your visiting. To meet typically Japanese traditional culture and architecture at least one time in your...
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Virtual Tour Japanese Traditional Handicrafts Studio in Tokyo

Virtual Tour Japanese Traditional Handicrafts Studio in Tokyo

clock Duration: 2 hours 15
  • Online visit to craftsman studio in Sumida city, Tokyo. Sumida city has Tokyo Skytree and Ryogoku (famous for Sumo), and is the place where Katsushika Hokusai was born. Also, Sumida city are famous as "craftsman's town". Friendly guide will visit 2-3 studio of Japanese traditional craftsman by live-streaming, so guests can enjoy the sight of...
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Edo, Japanese sword, Sumo museum with National Licensed Guide

Edo, Japanese sword, Sumo museum with National Licensed Guide

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • With a licensed English speaking guide, this short trip is a great value way of learning Japanese...
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Les paysages superbes du mont Fuji et une nuitée dans une chambre sur sa vue

Les paysages superbes du mont Fuji et une nuitée dans une chambre sur sa vue

clock Duration: 2 days
  • Pour admirer le symbole et le trésor du Japon, le mont Fuji, les touristes viennent des quatre coins du monde. Avec son sommet enneigé, et sa forme triangulaire à la symétrie parfaite, le mont Fuji est considéré comme une montagne sacrée que tout le monde admire avec émotion. Mais il est toujours relativement difficile de l’admirer en...
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Japanese tea picking and old Edo district of Kawagoe

Japanese tea picking and old Edo district of Kawagoe

clock Duration: 9 hours
  • We’ll give you a special experience that even Japanese people don’t often have the opportunity to pick green tea from a plantation in one of the top three growing regions in Japan.

    You will learn the history, the secrets of production, and how to pick the leaves.

    In addition, you can experience leaf drying in the workshop which...
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Escapade à Sawara, ''Petite Edo'' de Chiba et sanctuaire Katori Jingu

Escapade à Sawara, ''Petite Edo'' de Chiba et sanctuaire Katori Jingu

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • -Excursion d’une journée avec un guide japonais francophone
    -Visite en petit comité
    -L’aller-retour en autobus (équipé de toilettes)
    -Visite de l’un des trois plus important sanctuaires de l’est du Japon : le Katori-Jingu
    -Visite de Sawara; et ses quartiers inscrits dans la liste de préservation nationale des bâtiments...
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The Buddhist city of Kamakura and the island of Enoshima

The Buddhist city of Kamakura and the island of Enoshima

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • ? Excursion points of interest:
    - Visits accompanied by a French-speaking Japanese guide
    - Small group tours
    - "Suica or Pasmo" rechargeable card offered (the amount for the excursion already charged)
    - We take the popular tram "Enoden" which passes the tourist route, as well as the suspended monorail
    - Visit the must-see sites of...
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Thriving Shinjuku History & Fancy Sake Walking Tour

Thriving Shinjuku History & Fancy Sake Walking Tour

clock Duration: 2 to 3 hou
  • This tour is a walking tour for about 2.5 hours in the daytime. We'll enjoy to know the history of Shinjuku with the changes along the times to stop by a national garden to feel the spirit of the modernization. There are several shrines or temples in Shinjuku, which include spiritual power spots or old tragic stories in the floating world. The...
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