Cultural Tours in Kanto

Akihabara, with its flashing neon lights and close connection to manga culture, is a popular destination for visitors to Tokyo. But it can be tricky to navigate without deep knowledge of the language and culture. This guided tour takes you to some of the district's most important places and offers a richer experience than would be possible alone.

Experience the life of a Buddhist monk at a historic Tokyo temple. Get a unique opportunity to see a day in the life of a monk by apprenticing with one. Accompanied by a private interpreter, discuss your questions with a monk and learn the roots of Japanese culture and traditions. Explore the serene Choshoji temple, which has been standing for 800 years.

This whirlwind Sakura tour is the perfect way to get the most out of your Japan trip. You'll travel in comfort on a private coach, and visit 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Mt. Fuji, Nara and Hiroshima. Save time waiting in lines, as all entry fees are included and you'll visit many top attractions such as Asakusa, and Kinkakuji temple. Your private guide will ensure you don't get lost, and accommodation is included too.

How about walking around Nara must-see spots with a highly experienced guide?This tour visits three must-see spots in deer park area, Nara. Kasuga-taisha shrine - praised for its beautiful vermilion constructions and three thousand of stone lanterns and hanging lanterns, Todai-ji temple - renowned for its Great Buddha originally created in the eighth century, and Kofuku-ji temple - closely related to Fujiwara family, a noble family once at the summit of its prosperity. Along the way, other scenic spots of Nara, such as Mt. Kasuga, Tobihino hill, Ukimi-do gazebo, and Suikinkutsu (a buried pot that makes harp-like sound with water drops) will also attract your eyes and ears. At the end of the tour, we will take the time to experience Japanese cultures such as origami or kumihimo braiding. This tour is recommended not only for first-time visitors to Nara but also for repeat visitors to discover new charms of Nara.

On Day 1 you will be met at the Tokyo Airport (NRT) for your transfer to your accommodation. The next morning, transfer to the train station where you will take a bullet train to Hakone, the gateway to Mt. Fuji. Enjoy free time to explore on your own. On Day 3, take a train to Kyoto - the cultural capital of Japan - with free time to get to know the city on your own. Take a half-day excursion of Kyoto on Day 4 to see some of the city's incredible shrines and temples. Travel via train to Hiroshima on Day 5 through the Japanese countryside and take a 2-hour sightseeing bus excursion on Day 6 to get to know the city. Day 7 brings you to Osaka for your last night on tour with free time to explore on your own! Say goodbye to the beautiful country of Japan as you are transferred back to Tokyo on Day 8.

Travel in style on this action-packed day trip to Kamakura. It'll be the ultimate stress-free day as hotel pickup and drop-off in a luxury vehicle is included. As it's a private tour, your itinerary is customizable based on your interests. Potential highlights include Kotoku-in, Meigetsu-in Zen Temple, and Kenchō-ji Temple. You won't have to worry about planning where to eat, as a delicious lunch in Komachi Dori area is included.

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.

Watch sumo wrestlers at a morning practice session and learn about Japanese wrestling traditions from an expert guide. This sumo wrestling experience is a remarkable glimpse of Japanese culture, and it includes admission to the Tokyo Skytree, a 2,080-foot (634-meter) observation tour that's located near the sumo stable.

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. 

Harajuku is one of Tokyo's most atmospheric districts, known for its colourful fashions, quirky caf es, and pop culture. This tour is designed with Muslim travelers in mind, visiting family-friendly attractions, caf es that meet Muslim dietary requirements, and destinations where prayer rooms are available. Walk down Takeshita Street, shop for 'kawaii' ('cute') souvenirs, stop at an Owl Caf e and a caf e with 3D latte art, and admire the local street art.

Ride through the streets of Asakusa in style during this 60-minute small-group rickshaw trip clad in a traditional Kimono. Don your stylish Japanese attire and then roll through this historic Tokyo neighborhood stopping for photos and sightseeing at attractions like Senso-ji Temple.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Avoid the disappointment of leaving Tokyo with below-par photographs on this private walking tour with a professional photographer. Choose a day or night tour, or a combination of both, and visit Tokyo's top sights as your guide teaches you how to make best use of your camera's settings so that you can capture them perfectly.

Dedicate a morning to the cultural sights of Tokyo with this half-day walking tour, and learn about the city from your very own guide. The private tour takes in an eclectic array of sights including the scared Meji-Jingu Shrine, the luxury boutiques of Omotesando, the outer stalls of Tsukiji Fish Market, and the Kabukiza Theater. Discover must-visit neighborhoods such as Ginza and Asakusa, and enjoy easy travel around the city courtesy of an included day-long subway ticket.

This tour will make you discover Shinjuku, one of the biggest and the most popular area of Tokyo. Shinjuku is wellknown for its nightlife and the restaurants. We will start the tour by the VR ZONE an amusement parc dedicated to the virtual reality, you will join Mario in his crazy race or confront your fear in a haunted house. You will stop by Godzilla to walk until the Golden Gai, the streets where you can find a lot of tiny bar, there you will enjoy a japanese drink and the special atmosphere. Then, you will enjoy the atmosphere of the japanese game center, where you will play, win and take a souvenir photograph. The tour will end in a karaoke, where you will enjoy the japanese songs and style. The guide will guide you during this crazy night so you can enjoy fully the experience.

Experience the taste of " Washoku", the traditional cuisine of Japan at restaurant that has been located in Ginza area for 30 years.There are 7 dishes we served as special course and 1 drink service. We explain each dishes and history about traditional Japanese food.

Get an intimate look at the world of sushi and sashimi preparation during this 1.5-hour private tuna cutting demonstration and meal for a small group. Observe the precision knife skills of a professional chef as they expertly slice one of these famous sushi fish. You'll get to sample their handiwork for dinner, eating parts of the tuna not normally offered outside of Japan.