Japanese Cultural Tours
Japanese art and culture are so intertwined as to be indistinguishable from one another. Whether it is the traditional or modern art forms that interest you, Viator has a tour in Japan for you.
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based on 46 reviews
Duration: 10 - 11 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Tokyo, Japan
Come and visit Nikko - the center of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for many centuries, together with the beautiful scenery only Japan can offer. Tour highlights include the Toshogu Shrine, Irohazaka ... More info ›
based on 21 reviews
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Tokyo, Japan
Think Japan, think Sumo! This tour takes you on a trip to the Sumo Museum where you will find Sumo-related objects from the Edo period to the present, then get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience ... More info ›
based on 8 reviews
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Hiroshima, Japan
Miyajima Island is noted as one of the nation's 'Scenic Trio' because of its breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere, and famous for its shrine and large red torii gate. Visit Peace Memorial Park, ... More info ›
based on 25 reviews
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Kyoto, Japan
All the sights of Kyoto in a day! Nijo Castle - Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa shogun, Kinkakuji Temple - Golden Pavilion actually covered in gold, Kyoto Imperial Palace - The emperor's residence until ... More info ›
based on 16 reviews
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Tokyo, Japan
Travel by train from Tokyo to the beautiful coastal town of Kamakura, less than one hour south of Tokyo. Here you will visit the famous Great Buddha, a bronze image measuring 11.4 meters in height at ... More info ›
based on 10 reviews
Duration: 5.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Kyoto, Japan
Enjoy an afternoon visiting Nara. Due to its past as the first permanent capital of Japan, it remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan's oldest Buddhist temples. On this tour visit ... More info ›
based on 10 reviews
Duration: 4.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Tokyo, Japan
Take a ride on a local train to Mitaka to the Ghibli Museum. Set in 4000 acres of green parkland this museum is well suited to everyone, especially the younger generation. The museum uses Ghibli Characters ... More info ›
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Kyoto, Japan
This is a full day starting with a fast trip on the bullet train to Himeji to visit the Himeji Castle, nicknamed the "White Heron Castle", and designated a World Cultural Heritage site. Take ... More info ›
Duration: 6.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Kyoto, Japan
Experience Zen Meditation at one of the first Buddhist temples in Japan, Enryaku-ji Kaikan, the principal place of the Tendai School of Buddhism. The temple was founded by the great Buddhist monk, Dengyo ... More info ›
Duration: 8.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Osaka, Japan
This is a full day starting with a fast trip on the bullet train to Himeji to visit the Himeji Castle, nicknamed the "White Heron Castle", and designated a World Cultural Heritage site. Take ... More info ›