Top Kanto Half-day Tours

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this 3.5-hour exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A included guide will accompany you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Savor authentic Tokyo food on this "izakaya" tour of Sangenjaya, a vibrant neighborhood that’s away from the city tourist trail. You’ll tour the Japanese pubs, known as izakaya, where after-work drinkers and friends go to socialize over local snacks and beer. Giving you an insight into Tokyo culture, the experience is perfect for those looking for a taste of local life with delicious Japanese food that won’t be found on any tourist menus.

Explore two of Kyoto’s most famous attractions, Nijo Castle and Kinkaku-ji, during this 4-hour excursion to these two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Relive the era of the Japanese ‘shoguns’ (military leaders) in the 17th century during an hour-long visit to Nijo Castle. Continue on to Kinkaku-ji Temple, the beautiful ‘Golden Pavillion’ constructed in the 14th century by the Ashikaga clan. Your guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.

Seeking out the well-concealed back alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to three Izakaya bars in two different alleyways—a small group of no more than eight people means that you can easily access tiny bars with just a few seats. Between drinks and snacks (included) your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Leave the modern world behind on a private full-day tour of Kamakura, a historic city replete with Zen Buddhist architecture. With a personal guide, you’ll travel from Tokyo in a private vehicle and tick off top Kamakura attractions such as the Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu, the Engaku-Ji Temple, and 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take in some of the top sights in Tokyo during this 3.5-hour sightseeing excursion and river cruise perfect for those short on time. Get a sky-high view of the city from the 40th floor of the World Trade Center building, before exploring the sacred confines of Asakusa Kannon Temple, strolling the shops of Nakamise Street and then stopping by the Imperial Palace and Ginza district. Your experience finishes with a relaxing 40-minute cruise. This Tokyo exploration and cruise also includes a guide, all entrance fees and pickup from select hotels.

Enjoy a memorable rickshaw ride through the streets of Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s most picturesque and historic neighborhoods, on this easily-customizable 30-min, 45-min, 1-hour, 2-hour, or 3-hour tour offering several different ride lengths. Sit back and relax as your knowledgeable driver peddles you past some of the city’s iconic sites, lovely gardens, towering skyscrapers and historic shops, passing cherry and maple trees as you go. It’s a great way to take a relaxed, informative, ride through this atmospheric area of Tokyo.

Take this nighttime tour to find the Tokyo gay bars where the city’s LGBT community hang out, away from the tourist crowds. With a guide, you’ll get an intro to one of Asia’s largest LGBT towns: Shinjuku Nichome. Visit three of the enclave’s bars, each carefully selected by your guide, where karaoke, complimentary drinks (one in each bar), and handsome guys await. Note that the minimum age for drinking is 20 years.

Make sushi in Tokyo’s famous outer Tsukiji Fish Market, and learn from the sushi masters who honed their skills in the city’s top restaurants. The half-day masterclass is aimed at beginner cooks, who want to understand the ingredients and learn to prepare classic sushi, too. Shop in the market for ingredients, fillet the fish to make the sushi, then sit down to eat. Up to five types of sake are also included for you to try.

Enjoy a family-friendly stomp along Paris’ Left Bank and discover top city attractions in an exciting way on this 3-hour Paris walking tour. Sail toy boats on the pond in picturesque Jardin du Luxembourg or take a turn on the traditional merry-go-round. Harness your pedal power at the race-track or gaze in awe at life-size African animals at the Natural History Museum. Enjoy a diverse range of daytime activities ideal for kids ages seven to 12 — with the route decided by the kids themselves, who knows where you’ll end up!

You’re traveling in Tokyo, and you want to try authentic ramen – but you’re overwhelmed by the choices. Join Tokyo’s first-ever ramen tasting tour, and sample up to 6 mini-bowls of different types of ramen at 3 award-winning ramen shops. Learn about the unique flavors of ramen, from spicy fish to savory pork, and learn about its history and how to eat it like a local.

1. Shibuya Shibuya is famous for street crossing, and it's very busy area. It's also for young people and you can see many game centers,such as virtual reality game ih high technology.2. Shinjuku Shinjuku has many skyscrapers and it's for business men. You can enjoy beautiful night view from observation hall of high building. It also has a cool bar and old nostalgic street. If you like to try Japanese sake,I can take you to sake bar. 3. Roppongi Roppongi is for ladys and gentlemen. It has two major shopping area. It has so many nice restaurant and some of them hold the show performance ,that is very interesting. Roppongi hills has not only commercial floors but also residential area for rich people in high society. It also has nice Japanese garden. Many observation decks in towers and tall buildings open until around 22:00. Some skyscrapers have restaurants on the top floors where you can enjoy good food and good view at the same time.

Experience the shrines and temples of Kamakura, one of Japan’s most prominent religious centers, on a 5-hour walking tour. In a small group limited to 10 people, you’ll visit historical sites such as Tokei-ji Temple, Jochi-ji Temple, and Genji-yama Park, while learning about the foundations of Buddhism and Shintoism. Plus, you’ll marvel at Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura), a 47-foot (14-meter) Buddha statue that dates back to the 13th century.

Enjoy an action-packed adventure in Tokyo that combines running, feasting, and bathing. You won’t have to worry about navigating as a guide will lead the way on a 15 km (10 mile) run past Ueno Park, the Imperial Palace, and Akihabara. Reward your exercise with time to relax at a traditional public bathhouse before visiting a local Japanese Izakaya pub. Conveniently, bottled water and tasty local snacks are included.

See many of the must-see highlights of Tokyo in a handy day trip that’s ideal for travelers short on time in Tokyo. This fun electric bike tour of Tokyo is a great combination of convenience and exercise, as it’s suitable for a range of fitness and experience levels. Cover much more ground than would be possible on a walking tour, and see things on a more intimate level than you would on a bus tour.

Sake (rice wine) is one of the things that Japanese people take pride in and a lot of people, both locals and tourists, are in love with this drink. If you have ever been curious about how Japanese people make this delicious drink then the Toshimaya Shuzo Sake Brewery Tour is perfect for you. In the Toshimaya Shuzo Sake Brewery Tour, you will visit one of the many breweries in Tokyo that specialize in the art of brewing sake.  As you tour the brewery, our local guide will help you learn and understand the process that happens when making sake; you will also learn about the brewery’s history. After that, ready yourselves as you partake in all-you-can-drink sake while tasting some of the best sake in the country. Compare their tastes and you can always ask everything about it to our local guide.

 This is a private tour with a chartered van and guide. With a local driver and a licensed tour guide, your travel in Tokyo area will be full of special experiences. This tour is operated with guides from our partner company Field Trip +. 

Discover the ancient cultural practices of Matsushima on a 6.5-hour sightseeing tour, which includes a tea ceremony. Visit Matsushima’s architectural symbol, the Zuiganji Temple; admire the wall paintings that decorate the Goza-no-ma room; and taste different varieties of green tea during a tea ceremony. Plus, visit a sake brewery, take a walking tour of Matsushima’s historic center, and visit the Godaido and Entsuin Temples. This small-group tour is limited to eight people.   

Delve into Japan’s industrial history on a 6-hour walking tour of Kitakata’s traditional ‘kuras’ (storehouses). In a small group limited to six, you’ll visit a kura used as living quarters to experience rice cracker making, and satisfy your sweet tooth at a Japanese candy shop. Feast on Kitakata’s famous ramen for lunch, tour a soy sauce brewery, and create your own artisan souvenirs during a workshop led by local craftsmen.

Sightseeing spots in East Tokyo that are more attractive in the evening and at night are: Ueno Park , Tokyo Sky Tree, Azumabashi Bridge, and Sensouji Temple,The illuminated Tokyo Sky Tree and Sensouji temple have a very different look than during the day.Although these are popular tourist destinations, there are fewer people at night so they are a must-see!On this tour you will be taken to 4 different beautiful night spots.① Ueno park   In the evening Ueno Park is quiet and beautiful.② Tokyo Sky Tree  Illumination of a symbolic building in Tokyo.③ Azumabashi Bridge  Illumination of the Azumabashi bridge in harmony with the Sumida River.④ Sensouji Temple  Illuminated Sensouji Temple is very beautiful.

Explore the enchanting Arashiyama district of Kyoto by foot and boat on this half-day tour. Like much of Kyoto, Arashiyama is temple central, and the best way to learn about its sights is from a guide. Do just that and explore the gardens of UNESCO-listed Tenryū-ji Temple; visit the tree walk at Sagano Bamboo Grove; admire the temples of Jojakko-ji; and learn about Togetsukyo Bridge, which straddles the Oi River. Finish with a lunch cruise with views of Mt Arashiyama. The tour includes round-trip train transport from our Kyoto meeting point.

This tour of the Akihabara neighborhood of Tokyo, led by an expert in Japanese pop culture, allows us to dig into the idea of "otaku"—a fandom surrounding anime and manga that has become shorthand for some of Japan's most notable cultural exports. We'll navigate the neighborhood, learning about its initial history as an electronics market and transition into the hub of geek culture. Then, we'll peruse some of the area's stores, from arcades, to manga shops, to even the famed maid cafés, learning along the way that otaku applies to much more than just comics and games.

First of all, please check Instagram: #wasabijpwalk  #wasabijpwe are "wasabi experience project"This project provides Japan's carefully selected superb experiences.Join this 3-hour walking tour of Futako-Tamagawa, one of the most popular shopping districts in Tokyo, accompanied by a knowledgeable and engaging museum guide who is fluent in English and Spanish. Explore the town that combines modern sophistication with a good-old Showa feeling, and enjoy precious works of art including national treasures at Seikado Bunko Art Museum. Discover Tokyo’s hidden attractions you can’t find in your guidebook!

Tokyo comes alive after dark—glittering lights illuminating narrow alleyways, with a wealth of gastronomic delights hidden around every corner. This Tokyo Night Tour visits some of Shibuya's best tucked away restaurants, taking a look (and plenty of samples of) Japan's contemporary food culture. We'll learn Japanese culinary etiquette, try grilled chicken at a yakitori, taste snacks and beer at an izakaya, and maybe even pay a visit to Nonbei Yokocho (Drunkard’s Alley). We'll emerge from this tour with a taste for local specialties and a full belly.