Japan Tours

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every day

Discover the best of Tokyo with our half day Ultimate Tokyo Tour. Led by one of our super local insider guides, you'll visit some of the city's most iconic sites, come up close with Japanese culture, and experience day-to-day life in Tokyo as you ride the world-famous Tokyo Metro. This Tokyo Tour is the perfect way to get acquainted with the mega-metropolis of Tokyo at the start of a visit to the city, or a great way to get a glimpse of the city for those short on time. The tour is available every day with small groups of up to 8, and Tourist Journey's standards guaranteed.

Starts in Takayama
Available Every day

Our Higashiyama Walking Tour From Takayama takes you on a serene stroll through this peaceful wooded area nestled in the foothills near a vast number of ancient temples; the perfect way to spend a day decompressing. Your local guide will offer you an insider's view of the rich history and fascinating culture of Takayama as you take in the scenic views around you and the beautiful temples along the way. This tour is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Takayama
Available Every day

Our Takayama Food and Sake Tasting Tour takes you on a quick adventure through the quirky past of Takayama with a visit to the region's oldest Sake factory and into the bustling present with a tour of an authentic local market. You'll taste your way through the streets of Takayama, sampling local street food and Sake, with the help of an expert local guide. Be sure to come hungry; you won't want to miss a single bite! This tour is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Hirayu Onsen
Available Every day

Our Hirayu Waterfall Hike from Hirayu Onsen takes you deep into the heart of the serene Japanese forests and dazzles you with scenic views of the torrential Hirayu Waterfall that cascades down a lush mountainside, just to the side of a deep, rolling valley dotted with colorful flowers and majestic trees. No matter the season, you're sure to have your breath taken away! You can also enjoy the natural hot springs in Hirayu Onsen, a town famed for its peaceful retreats. This tour is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday

Our Tokyo Art Tour is an insider journey into the renowned galleries of Tokyo, one of the art and design capitals of the world. A full day tour led by our insider art guide, the Tokyo Art Tour is a journey through Tokyo from old-to-new through the city's art. Visit classical galleries - the Sakura Museum and Nezu Museum; contemporary galleries - the Scai Bathhouse and Asakura Museum; and walk some of the city's most artistic and design oriented neighborhoods such as Yanaka, seeing things far off the tourist trail. A true journey through Tokyo's art scene, this experience offers Tokyo through a unique lens.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every day

Discover Tokyo like an insider with our Ultimate Tokyo Tour. Fully led by one of our hand-picked local guides, this full-day tour will lead you around the highlights of what is arguably one of the worlds most interesting cities. See historic Tokyo, and modern Tokyo, as you discover the complex and rich culture, history, and society which underlies the city. From the peace of the iconic Hamarikyu Garden and the Senso-ji temple, to the hustle and bustle of Akihabara, this is a city of contrast and fascination. Our Ultimate Tokyo Tour is available daily, with small, intimate groups (up to 8), and Tourist Journey standards guaranteed.

Starts in Hirayu Onsen
Available Every day (Seasonally)

Our Kamikochi Hiking Tour from Hirayu Onsen takes you to Kamikochi, located in the heart of the Japanese Alps, and one of the most scenic and unspoiled hiking spots in these mountains. With dramatic suspension bridges, undisturbed marshes, and peaceful ponds, this hike is sure to get your heart pumping while your mind takes a break. With direct transport and a local guide to walk you through the history and culture of this beautiful area, this trip is something you shouldn't miss. . This tour is available every day, depending on the season(the park is closed for the winter), and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every day

Our Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Cooking Experience offers an up-close encounter with the heart of Japanese cuisine, and the chance for you to learn how to make your own sushi led by a professional chef. The Tsukiji Fish Market is Tokyo's most iconic food market, and perhaps the world-center of sushi, once the world's largest wholesale fish and seafood market. Our hand-picked insider guide will take you on a journey through Japanese food, the market, and its historic importance in Tokyo. As you move on to the cooking workshop, you'll be led by a professional chef as you learn how to make authentic sushi. Available with guaranteed departures, our Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Cooking Experience is offered with the Tourist Journey seal of quality.

Starts in Osaka
Available Every day

Our Osaka Market Tour and Cooking Class takes you through the bustling Kuromon Market and its 170 different stalls. Your local guide will let you in on tips and tricks for picking the best, most fresh, and most coveted sweets and treats from this sprawling market complex. When you begin your cooking class in an intimate studio in the center of the city, you'll be given the choice of what sumptuous food you want to prepare for your palate: Osaka Street Food or Japanese Home Cooking. Both will dazzle you, and any guests you serve this to in the future. Whichever option you choose, be sure to come hungry so you leave happy! This tour is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every day

Our Tokyo Kamakura Walking Tour and Traditional Tea Ceremony gives you the opportunity to explore a small city bursting with cultural and historical significance. As you stroll through the narrow and winding streets of this quaint town, you'll be given the opportunity to explore on your own after your guide has pointed out the most interesting features to see. The Tea Ceremony is a highly ritualized art form, and critically important from a cultural standpoint. Seeing it performed by a tea master is an unparalleled experience you won't want to miss! Our Tokyo Kamakura Walking Tour and Traditional Tea Ceremony is available every day and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Our 10 Day Ultimate Japan Tour Package is an intimate luxury tour that takes you from busy port cities to traditional mountain villages and everything in between. You'll learn more about the history and cultural traditions of Japan from expert guides, and have the chance to explore on your own to make sure this trip is everything you want it to be. Don't miss out on this comprehensive tour across this stunning country! This tour is available every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and leaves with guaranteed departures.

Starts in Tokyo
Available Every day (varies seasonally)

Our 10 Day Samurai Experience Package Tour takes you into ancient Japan to explore the life and times of the iconic samurai warriors with an expert guide leading your way. From artisanal sword-making studios where you'll meet the masters and historic monasteries where you'll meditate with monks, you'll explore quaint towns like Magome and bustling metropolises like Tokyo, both with a guide and on your own, to learn all there is to know about these historic warriors. Dive into long-gone ages of history filled with fascinating characters, strict codes of honor, and captivating legends while you taste traditional foods and sleep in historic family homes, renovated with state-of-the-art amenities. This tour is available every day with seasonal variations and leaves with guaranteed departures.