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Tokyo is at its most atmospheric after dark and a bike tour is a fun way to experience its dazzling illuminations. On this tour, travel even further on an electric bike and stop along the way to enjoy the views, take photos, and snack on local foods. Admire the glittering city skyline along Harumi Wharf, see landmarks like Kachidokibashi Bridge and Tokyo Station, and explore the Ginza and Tsukiji districts.

Evening is a great time to tour Tokyo by bike because the streets are less crowded, and the air is cooler. Check out the Tokyo Skytree, Sensoji Temple, the Nihonbashi neighborhood, and more. This e-bike tour is an easy way to cover a lot of ground, as these bikes are so easy to pedal. You don't need to be super athletic to enjoy riding e-bikes.

Experience the nature and culture of Nikko and its surroundings on this all-day adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, check out the historic Nikko Toshogu—a shrine to the Tokugawa Shogunate’s most revered leader—savor an authentic complimentary lunch, and admire the magnificent landscapes of Lake Chuzenji and 318-foot (97-meter) Kegon Falls.

• This charter plan suits for group tour of families and friends. We offer hotel pick up and drop off ( for hotel within Tokyo and Chiba area) as per guests' requirement. • To visit iconic sightseeings in Mt. Fuji area, including Fuji Subaru Line, Mt. Fuji 5th Station (with the power spot Mt. Fuji Komitake Shrine), Oshino Hakkai and Lake Ashi. • Make a breezy experience by taking the lavishly decorated Pirate Ship and tour on glistening Lake Ashi with greenery around. Here an inverted image of Mt. Fuji could be viewed which is one of the most stunning angles of Mt. Fuji! • Enjoy Yamanashi Prefecture local cuisine "hoto noodles" meal set as Lunch. Mt. Fuji can also be overlooked in the restaurant while having lunch. • All fees are included in this tour price.

Immerse yourself in the colorful youth culture of Tokyo's Harajuku neighborhood without facing language and cultural barriers. This small-group tour (maximum eight) takes you through the vibrant streets to see the hotspots and take photos. Includes a crepe, the typical snack of Harajuku girls.

Language barriers can make traveling around Japan a challenging experience for a first-time visitor. This lesson is the perfect antidote for foreign visitors who don’t speak Japanese. Learn essential communications skills, such as how to order at restaurants, how to ask where something is, and lots of useful phrases for the trip. No need to worry about being stuck in a classroom—the tour goes to a local jazz cafe, and a standing bar, so you’ll get to see cool local spots as you learn.

Bar-hopping through the city's many different types of drinking establishments is a must-do in Tokyo, but if you are new in town, it can be difficult to figure out where to go. This guided tour takes the guesswork out of your evening by taking you to three different kinds of izakaya where you can drink and have fun, just like a local.

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.

Explore the best that Tokyo has to offer on a full-day private sightseeing tour. Choose from a set itinerary or customize your own with your English-speaking driver to see the locations of the most interest to you. Visit key landmarks like Sensoji Temple, the Skytree building, the Shibuya crossing and more as you listen to commentary about the history and culture of the city.

Asakusa, home to the famed Senso-ji temple, is one of Tokyo's most historically rich areas. While visiting alone can lead you to miss some important cultural aspects, this small-group tour offers a rich insights into Buddhism and Shintoism and the history and cultural importance of the temples and other attractions.

Discover the art of bonsai with a visit to the Shunka-en Bonsai Museum in the Edogawa district of Tokyo. Created by award-winning Bonsai master Kunio Kobayashi, the bonsai museum features a 1000-year-old pine tree masterpiece, gorgeous gardens, and an experience of Japan’s traditional arts. Explore the gardens at your own pace and relax in the serene atmosphere of this hidden gem in outer Tokyo.

Step into the crazy world of Japanese technology with a private guide, just for your group. You’ll learn about futuristic developments by looking at exhibitions in Odaiba—a technology entertainment hub—and try out interactive experiences at Toyota City Showcase. Then, come face-to-face with robots and androids in the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. Just remember to bring cash to cover your entry fees, lunch, and transport.

Check out the quirky Tokyo enclave of Akihabara, where Japanese otaku (obsessional geek culture) rules the streets. As you explore with a local guide during a private tour, you’ll gain insight into Tokyo’s love of anime, maid cafes, games, and electronics. Visit the cafes and shops that the locals go to, and have ample time to browse for souvenirs through the tour. Be sure to bring cash to cover your transport and entrance fees.

Tokyo is synonymous with fast-paced action and bright lights. But if the hustle and bustle of city gets too much, find inner peace on this private tour. Take a stroll through a lush garden, visit a stone cathedral, and experience a Japanese tea ceremony and Zazen meditation inside an old townhouse.

This private tour takes you to many important places in Tokyo to experience incredible art, learn about Tokyo’s history, and appreciate scenic nature spots too. Save time planning your own itinerary and benefit from a guide’s expertise and local knowledge. The tour goes to the Imperial Palace, Wadakura Fountain Park, the National Museum of Modern Art Crafts Gallery, Kitanomaru Park, and much more.

Enjoy a tour of the sets and locations from the famous Japanese movie Have you ever heard the name "Shibamata"? It is one of the most popular historic districts. "Shibamata" still remains old Japanese landscapes and often used as the stage of Japanese movies. The movie "It's Tough Being a Man," loved by all ages, was filmed in Shibamata, where you can still enjoy the townscape of the Showa period (about 50 years ago). This tour will make you feel as if you have wandered into the world of Japanese cinema. In Shibamata you can also try amazing Japanese tea "Maccha", which nominated as one of the greatest Japanese tea, and ride the only watashibune left in Tokyo; a rowboat that has been carrying people across the Edo River for hundreds of years.

Experience a peaceful local neighborhood of Tokyo that seems a world away from the bustle and neon of the central areas. On this private guided tour of Gotokuji you can learn about Japanese culture and history by visiting the beautiful temple, a mansion, a museum, and more. As this is a private tour you can go at your own pace and even customize the itinerary to suit your needs.

The JR Yamanote Line can get you to pretty much anywhere you want to go in Tokyo but, traveling alone, it can be difficult to find the best places at each stop. On this private tour, a guide accompanies you on the train and leads you to the must-see spots at each stop.

A beautiful tour only an hour away from the center of Tokyo! Mt.Takao, with its easy access and beautiful natural environment, was rated three stars by the Michelin Guide as a great tourist destination in 2007. It is one of the two Japanese mountains that have a three-star reputation, the other being Mt.Fuji. With 3 million visitors each year, Mt.Takao is the most visited mountain in the world! This mountain is also famous for the mythological creature it worships; the Tengu. Mt.Takao is no taller than 599m, but on sunny days you can see across to Mt.Fuji, and enjoy the fantastic view of a sea of mountains. The route you will take on this tour is an easy one, partially involving a cable car ride, and is perfectly beginner-friendly!

Visit Senju, a historic Japanese town little known to tourists! Kitasenju is rising in popularity as a town people want to live in. People have gathered in this town since the Edo Period (1603-1868) as it used to be a post station town; a town where travelers came to rest. Kitasenju was the door step of Tokyo to the North of Japan. For this reason, old warehouses, traditional houses and sento bathhouses are scattered around the town, making it a great place to get a glipmse of Japanese history. Enjoy a day exploring the town, visiting shrines, renovated warehouses and traditional houses used as cafes and also the only market in Tokyo that specializes purely in fish. Bathe in a bathhouse and drink sake in an izakaya at the end of the tour!

Take a break from the crowded tourist spots and enjoy a richer experience of Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood. This private tour takes you back in time to Japan's Showa era, a period marked by dramatic changes, by taking you to old-fashioned shops and eateries.

This is the perfect tour for photography fans. Save hours of research time and get a shortcut to Tokyo’s most impressive panoramic views. It’s a perfect mix of modern architecture as well as historic spots too. As it’s a private tour, you’ll be able to ask lots of questions along the way. See Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple, Hamarikyu Gardens, Seaside Top Observatory, and much more.

Explore Tokyo with a private guide, and see the sights of the Japanese capital by e-bike. With an electronic motor that starts when you pedal, the bike offers the perfect Tokyo transport; you’ll avoid the traffic, park easily, and see the sights without getting tired. One highlight is a ride around the Tokyo Imperial Palace, but the route also takes in the ruins of Edo Castle, the Chidorigafuchi lake, and more. Note that the bike hire is at your own expense.

This tour will give you a chance to enjoy good Japanese food and experience Japanese culture. The Kanda area is surrounded by old buildings with long histories. You can eat soba noodles and traditional sweets inside these buildings, nominated as Tokyo's Selected Historic Buildings. In the Ochanomizu area you can pray at the Kanda Myojin Shrine, also known as the place the anime Love Live! was based, and take a sneak peak at the workshops in the Ochanomizu Origami Kaikan Hall. At the final location of the tour, you will get a chance to do a sake tasting from a selection of over 150 types of branded sake from all over Japan. This is a tour that will give you a great taste of Japan.