Cultural Tours in Japan

Cycle the picturesque shores of Lake Biwa, enjoying jaw-dropping views and mouth-watering homemade food, during this this 6.5-hour bike trip. Pedal past sights like Shirahige Shrine and the nearby 'Torii' gate. Once you've worked up an appetite, take a scenic taxi ride to a mountain village in the nearby Hata district, enjoying a country-style lunch prepared by an 'Obaachan' (elderly woman), lively conversation and a chance to stroll the village's charming streets. A guide, bike and helmet, lunch and train from Kyoto are covered.

Osaka has a lot of places to visit but you may have not enough time to explore and reach the places where I take you by yourselves. Even you find the places, I guess a lot of tourists just pass through the amazing spots because they don't know the stories each spot has. I'll show you the deep spots of Dotonbori area and share you their interesting stories in a hour. This tour is held in the night-time. We'll go to some beautiful places and crazy bar spots. I'd like to share these spots since Osaka has two faces between Day-time and Night-time. If you have gap time during your visiting, I'm available to show you around there in a hour. Also I can provide you some recommendations for anything!!

Join the HATAGO team in Akihabara! Also known as the cultural center for Otaku, Akihabara is a famous shopping district with an abundance of manga, anime, video games, maid caf es and computer goods. Characters from popular manga and anime are plastered almost everywhere in this "animated" district of Tokyo. Here, travelers can get a first hand experience of modern Japanese pop culture. Enjoy a live musical performance of anime songs performed by the lovely Akiba-ya Girls at a new cafe in Akihabara.

Stroll the back alleys of Kyoto, missed by many visitors, as dusk falls and they are at their most atmospheric on this private guided tour. In the company of just a guide and your party, see how ancient tradition blends with contemporary culture as you explore the enchanting wooden alleyways lit with traditional paper lanterns in the historic Gion district and the picturesque streets of old Pontocho, where, with luck, you might spot a geisha or two.

Personalize your sightseeing itinerary on a Muslim-friendly sightseeing tour of Kyoto, including a Halal Japanese lunch. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves, this sightseeing tour covers Nishiki Food Market, the historic district of Gion, Kiyomizu Temple, and many more. Plus, you'll receive tailored attention from your guide in a small group limited to 10 people.

If you're passionate about handicrafts, don't miss out on a traditional scarf-dying workshop during your time in Tokyo. A great cultural introduction for first-time visitors, this experience offers insight into Japanese crafts and results in a handmade souvenir. Plus, the short duration of the workshop allows you to fit this into even the busiest sightseeing schedule.

This personalized full-day Kyoto tour with a local is ideal for first-time visitors to the "City of Temples". You won't waste a moment visiting places that don't interest you as this tour is fully customizable based on your interests. Choose the neighborhoods you'd like to visit, and see many of Kyoto's top sites. Exploring the city with a guide means you won't get lost, and you'll learn lots of local tips that you wouldn't discover otherwise.

This is a one-day, 7-hour private tour around Kanazawa to our Muslim friends!Kanazawa is said to be the origin of the city that Kanazawa Mido used as a base of missionary work in Honjyo in the middle of the 16th century. Later in the 16th century, Maeda Toshiya established Kanazawa castle in this area, and since then it developed as the castle town of Kaga Hyakumaishi, prospering from the 17th century during the Edo era to the end of the 19th century. After Edo (Tokyo) and Osaka, alongside the big cities of the scale after Kyoto, it is said that there was this. The samurai city formed around the castle as a vibrant merchant city, and a temple town which was arranged to protect the castle. The atmosphere of the castle town still remains as a place where Japanese culture is beautifully on display.

Have an authentic Japanese experience by trying on a traditional Kimono. You won't have to worry about wearing it the wrong way, as a Kimono fitting is included. There are plenty of different styles to choose from, so you'll have the flexibility to choose your favorite design. See Tokyo highlights while dressed in a Kimono, and then have a photoshoot at Shibuya crossing. You won't forget your day as you'll get a souvenir photo at the end. 

Explore Naha, Okinawa at your own pace and explore sites of your own interest as you get a feel for local life on this private guided walking tour. Your itinerary is flexible and customizable, but possible sites include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Shuri Castle, Makishi Public Market, known for its variety of fresh seafood, and Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum where the second Sho dynasty is entombed. Your guide shares insights into each site as you walk.

Learn the intricate arts of Japan during a small-group origami class or calligraphy lesson, taught by an instructor inside an authentic Kyoto home during a 1- or 1.5-hour lesson. Choose between a calligraphy session, involving the methodical practice of applying brush to paper, or try your hand at origami, the delicate skill of paper folding. You can also upgrade your origami session with an optional dress-up in a traditional kimono. No matter your choice, you'll receive personal attention during this small-group lesson, limited to just 7 participants.

Strike a pose wearing a traditional Japanese kimono during 20-minute photo shoot experience in Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood. Pick from your choice of 'hakama' (traditional pants), kimono or samurai costume before smiling for the camera during your very own photography session. A CD-R with your photos will be provided at the end of your shoot.

Kyoto is one of Japan's most popular travel destinations and with over 50 million annual visitors, it can get busy. This tour makes an early start so you can avoid the crowds and cram much more into your day. Stroll around the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove before the tour groups arrive, visit Kinkaku-ji temple (Golden Pavilion) right as it opens, and walk through the torii gates of Fushimi Inari (Shrine) before the midday heat.

Dress in traditional Japanese attire in this kimono and yukata experience in Kyoto. You won't have to worry about wearing the clothing incorrectly as you'll have a professional fitting session. Stroll around Gion, and visit nearby shrines such as Kiyomizu-dera and Heianjingu Shrine. The experience is flexible, and different time slots are offered throughout the day. You can also upgrade your experience to include makeup, and hair styling.

Stroll the streets of historic Asakusa clad in a traditional Kimono during this flexible-length, small-group, self-guided, walking tour. Join no more than 10 guests each dressed in a traditional Japanese garment as you take your time wandering the atmospheric streets of this famous Tokyo neighborhood. Kimono accessories and a hair stylist are also included.

Namba is Osaka's entertainment district and home to some of the city's best shops, restaurants, and nightlife. On this walking tour, explore the neighborhood by day and gain an insider perspective from a local guide. Along the way, stop at landmarks like the Running Man, sample delicious street foods (own expense) along Dotonbori, and visit a historic temple.

Discover the weird, wonderful world of Akihabara Electric Town on this 3.5-hour private tour, exploring Japan's otaku culture. Try a session at a purikura photo booth, have tea or coffee at a 'maid caf e,' browse for video games and comic books and sing some karaoke at a local bar. Your private Akihabara excursion also includes a guide, meet and greet service at your hotel, public transport fare, karaoke room fees and a drink, purikura fee and tea or coffee at the maid caf e.

When visiting the beautiful island of Miyajima, you'll see women walking around in authentic kimono. If you want to try wearing kimono yourself, this tour is for you. Choose your favorite print from a wide selection of silk and designer kimono. Experienced staff help you dress in traditional style. You'll then be able to wear your kimono to appreciate Miyajima's historical sights and take photographs.

This guided tour helps you discover lots of Kyoto's dispersed temples, shrines, and cultural attractions in one day. You'll save time researching and planning your trip, by having the itinerary organized for you. You'll travel in an air-conditioned coach, and it'll be a hassle-free day with a guarantee to skip the lines. Highlights include Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, the Inari Shrines, Sagano Bamboo Forest, and Kyoto Cultural Forest.

Visit the enchanting district of Arashiyama, renowned for its thick bamboo groves, resident monkeys, and well-preserved sacred shrines. On this personalized excursion, you'll join a local guide to explore the stunning region, which lies at the foothills of the Arashiyama Mountains. Tours include admission tickets to four local temples as well as Okochi Sanso Villa, a traditional Japanese home and garden inscribed as national cultural properties.