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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 1895 reviews

Ride to Daikoku with Tokyo’s Ultimate JDM Fleet

Ride Tokyo’s ultimate JDM fleet with our multilingual team. Ride in our exclusive’s skyline r34 and discover Tokyo’s legendary car culture with us! (This experience is not a taxi service.)

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Step into sumo at Shinjuku club

Sit ringside for live practice-style bouts, ask questions through an English-speaking host and try a playful challenge with working sumo wrestlers.

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Step Into the World of Sumo in Shibuya

Step into the world of sumo in Shibuya with live demonstrations, sacred rituals, exciting matches, a fun sumo challenge, photo opportunities, and English guidance in an intimate venue.

5 out of 5 average rating, 501 reviews

Explore Mount Fuji Lakes & Countryside by E-Bike⁠

Experience Mt. Fuji’s foothills and lakeside beauty by comfortable pedal-assisted e-bike.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Kyoto Gion Walk with Local: Culture & Geisha World

Explore Gion with Michael’s local guide team, from Shirakawa and geisha culture to historic temples, shrines and Nene no Michi. Discover the stories and traditions behind Kyoto’s iconic district.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 2060 reviews

Explore Kyoto in a Kimono

Choose a kimono, get styled, and explore Kyoto's historic streets. ＊Please note that we cannot dress pregnant women

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 735 reviews

Explore Tokyo by go-kart（Driving Documents Needed）

IMPORTANT: Guests need a valid 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit, Original License and passport to participate. Drive by top landmarks like Toyosu, Ginza, Asakusa and more.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Tokyo : Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift Experience

Join Tokyo's elite JDM night & car meet. Ride tuned JDM cars, feel engine roar & turbo flutter to legendary Daikoku PA. Cruise Wangan neon streets with an insider. Pro photos at Tokyo tower.

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet in the Famous 303 GTRs

Embark on the ultimate GTR experience, where speed and style collide under the glow of the city's neons. Take the seat our stand-out wrapped cars with Jeremy and Hiko on the winding highways of Tokyo.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Handcraft Your Own Japanese Chopsticks in Osaka

Traditional Chopstick Making with a Local Artisan in Osaka. Guided by an English-speaking instructor, carve and finish your own unique set. A perfect, practical souvenir and cultural experience!

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Tokyo History Walk with an Ex-Rickshaw Puller

Walk Asakusa with a former rickshaw puller! Learn how temples and shrines differ, explore Tokyo's history, find hidden power spots, shop for ninja and samurai goods, and enjoy the best street food.

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Amagasaki Castle, charming downtown temple district and shopping streets, and local food guide tour with a local history navigator

Embark on a journey to experience history and the atmosphere of an old downtown area in Amagasaki, just a stone's throw from Osaka. After visiting Amagasaki Castle, which has been beautifully rebuilt with state-of-the-art facilities, we will explore the quiet temple district, which retains a strong sense of the Edo period, and the historic Ebisu Shrine. I know the area inside and out through my work with the local government and volunteer activities, and I will provide clear explanations of its history and culture. I will also take you to shopping streets beloved by locals and hidden gems, offering you a special time to deeply experience the charm of Amagasaki.

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Experience a tea ceremony in a historic tea room and enjoy a cup of tea prepared with a calm mind.

We will take a leisurely tour of the tea room and garden path nestled in the forest, a 10-minute walk from the station, with commentary. Experience the movements of the tea ceremony and open your senses to the sounds of the trees, the scents of charcoal and incense, the feel of the tea bowl, and the flavors of Japanese sweets and matcha, for a moment of tranquility.

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Osaka: Painting Daruma doll Eye, Katsuo-ji Temple

Explore the 1,300-year-old Katsuo-ji Temple on a guided tour from Osaka. Learn about the temple's history, choose to participate in the daruma eye-painting ritual, and add a hike to Minoh Waterfall.

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Mt Fuji Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour from Tokyo

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji, exploring Arakurayama Sengen Park, Lake Kawaguchi, Shiraito Waterfall, and Obuchi Sasaba for a day of scenic views and local charm.

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We'll take you on a stylish tour of Izu Hakone in a Porsche convertible

Starting from Atami Station, we will take you to the historic and traditional Izu Peninsula and the famous spots of Hakone in a classic Porsche, with the top down open, while taking commemorative photos. There are four seasons in Japan, and we would like to choose a route that suits the season. If you have any requests, we will try to accommodate them as much as possible.

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Osaka & Nara Highlights: Full-Day Private Car Tour

Move seamlessly by private car from castle grounds to bustling food stalls, neon canals and midcentury streets, then step into Nara Park and Todaiji temple.

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Premium history tour: Learn about Japanese history at the Imperial Palace lawn and discover the bond between the Emperor and the people

"Run Through History: The Emperor, Samurai, and the Soul of Japan" (Run Through History: The Emperor, Samurai, and the Soul of Japan) This is not just running as a sport, but a premium running tour that satisfies intellectual curiosity by exploring the historical sites around the Imperial Palace and uncovering the "bond between the Emperor and the people," which is at the heart of the Japanese nation. A premium running tour that satisfies intellectual curiosity by exploring the "bond between the Emperor and the people," which lies at the heart of the Japanese national character.

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Tokyo JDM Night Drive Experience

Gear up with a Japanese car culture insider, cruise the C1 route and Rainbow Bridge, then roll in,at one of the biggest and most famous car meet-up place called Daikoku to feel the JDM Vibes.

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Pilot a giant robot at Tokyo’s Patlabor

Step into the world of Mobile Police Patlabor as the Factory Manager of a 5-meter giant robot. Snap photos with INGRAM and dive into the Patlabor anime universe.

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