Top Activities on the Ground in Tokyo

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this 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 guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Discover Tokyo accompanied by an experienced, private guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital. Navigate the city's complex, yet efficient, subway system with your guide as you visit famous sites including the outer Tsukiji fish market, the traditional town of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine. Stroll down Takeshita Street in Harajuku — home to Japan's youth and pop culture, and indulge in lunch on route (depending on option selected). This private tour can also be customized to suit your interests.

This half-day tour is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers visiting Tokyo. Avoid the hassle of navigating by having a private guide to take you around the city. A perk of the tour is that you won’t waste time going to sights that don’t interest you, as the route can be customized. A sample itinerary may include Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Get an intimate look at Tokyo during this bike tour. Discover the city’s hidden paths and top landmarks, cycling beneath the skyscrapers of Shinjuku to a local shrine and exploring neighborhoods like Ginza and Roppongi Hills. Pass landmarks like Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi Park, and the Imperial Palace before ending at the top of the 48-story Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. A guide, bike, and helmet are included.

Combine the cultural delights and delectable bites of Tokyo on this 3-hour food tour of Japan’s capital. Accompanied by a guide, delve into the culinary scene of the city by visiting several popular bars and restaurants. Sample local specialties like succulent grilled meat skewers, sweet cakes and refreshing sake. Deepen your knowledge of Japanese culinary and cultural traditions and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour limited to 12 people.

Ultra-modern Tokyo still holds many old-fashioned surprises when you know where to go. On this 3-hour walking tour in the Ningyocho and Nihonbashi districts, your local guide shares hidden gems such as long-established shops that carry traditional musical instruments and incense. Learn about classic Japanese art forms and see vendors with stationery, calligraphy materials, gold-leaf decor and more. You'll also taste some favorite snacks while exploring a lesser-known side of Tokyo, traveling with a small group limited to 12 people for a personalized experience.

First-time visitors to Tokyo who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private tour. Experience both modern and ancient Tokyo at attractions like the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and more. Foodies will be kept satisfied with lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and shopaholics will love Asakusa and Ginza. Customize the tour to suit your needs.

Explore Tokyo by electric bike on this guided adventure. Choose your ideal ride time—morning and afternoon—then hit the streets with a local cyclist and check out spots like Tokyo Station, Akihabara, Asakusa, Imperial Palace, and Ryogoku. Discover the city’s history, architecture, subcultures, and off-the-beaten spots on a fun ride around Japan’s capital city.

Orient yourself on your first day in Tokyo, and see the city through the eyes of a local. During this customized tour with your personal host, learn how to navigate and use Tokyo’s transport system. Choose from the city’s most famous attractions, or explore up-and-coming neighborhoods. Understand cultural practices, find the best places to eat, and get advice on Tokyo’s nightlife scene.

Get a taste of Japanese food and culture during this walking tour of Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Escape the tourist hordes as you eat like a Japanese local, sampling favorites like ‘okonomiyaki’ (savory egg pancakes), Wagyu beef skewers and more in the area’s off-the-beaten-path eateries and hangouts. Toast your adventure, and new friends, with an included glass of beer, ‘shochu’ (rice liquor) or soft drinks.

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 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.

Explore parts of Tokyo missed by most visitors and see the city like a local: On two wheels. This small-group cycling tour takes you on an adventure through twisting back streets and riverside bike paths away from the tourist crowds. Along the way you'll stop for included snacks and a Japanese-style lunch.

Take a leisurely bike ride through the top sights of Tokyo’s Shitamachi district on this small-group bike tour. Pedal your way to Fukagawa-fudo Temple and Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, two of the area’s most interesting religious sites. Then scout for wrestlers outside Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Stadium, the city’s main sumo venue, and visit the placid confines of Kiyosumi, a traditional garden. Finish your cycling at the sky-high Tokyo Skytree, one of Tokyo’s newest landmarks. This small-group cycle tour, limited to just 10 riders, also includes a helmet, guide, entrance at Kiyosumi Garden, and beverages.

Avoid the stress of getting lost at Japanese subway stations by exploring the city on bike instead. This action-packed tour travels on quiet backstreets and cycle lanes, so you won’t have to worry about busy traffic. Tick off many top Tokyo sights in a day and pedal past Ueno Park, Nezu Shrine, Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street, Kappabashi kitchenware district, Asakusa, and Tokyo Skytree.

The guided bike tour visiting the major tourist sites in Tokyo. We run 8 different routes and this is one of them suitable for the people who come to Tokyo for the first time and who is in good shape (as there are a few hills on the tour route).

Take a pedal-powered trip through Tokyo aboard an electric-powered cycle on this 2 or 3-hour sightseeing tour by bike. Sample a mix of the Japanese capital’s historic and modern landmarks, visiting hotspots like the neighborhoods of Asakusa, and Akihabara, the Imperial Palace, and much more.

Tour the scenic area around Tokyo’s island neighborhood of Odaiba by bike, stopping to explore the world-famous Tsukiji Market on foot, during this small-group, 6-hour cycle trip. Spend your day discovering this fascinating district, home Tokyo’s biggest fish market in addition to the well-known Odaiba Marine Park, the scenic Rainbow Bridge and DiverCity Tokyo Plaza. Finish your excursion with a relaxing cruise on Tokyo Bay. This small-group bike tour, limited to just 10 participants, also includes a helmet, a guide, beverages and a cruise ticket. Please note: the Tsukiji Market will be moving to a new location early next year. Participants during this time may be visiting the Toyosu Fish Market instead.

If you want to cover more ground than you would on a typical walking tour, a guided cycle tour is ideal. Venture off the main roads of central Tokyo without the risk of getting lost when you go with a guide. Over four hours you'll cycle to some hidden highlights that many travelers miss. Get some exercise while seeing the sights and learning more about the Japanese capital.

Had enough “traditional” Japanese experiences? How about a more futuristic experience? We’ll visit Odaiba, a symbol of the modern world with futuristic buildings, a gigantic robot statue, a digital art museum and more. Moreover, this city also maintains a sense of tradition. So this tour is also good for those coming to Japan for the first time! Enjoy all these amazing aspects of Odaiba on this one hour interactive virtual tour! We are using Zoom. We will broadcast live on site for the 12:00 tour! For the 20:00 tour, we will use various tools, including maps, the recent videos and other information. So it’s very informative. *All times shown above are Japan Standard Time (JST). Bring a snack, drinks and food and let’s enjoy this amazing city in Tokyo. By the end, you'll know the ins and outs of one of the world's most fascinating cities.

Learn the Japanese art of archery with this experience in Tokyo. Put on a traditional uniform and try your hand at kyudo (archery) under the instruction of a guide. Get matched with a bow and arrows for your height and practice shooting at a straw bale. Move on to the shooting range and get advice for improving your technique.

Visit Mt. Takao on a full-day hiking tour from Takaosanguchi Station in Hachiōji, Tokyo. With a private guide just for your group, you’ll first visit the Takao 599 Museum to learn about the nature and wildlife that abounds on the mountain. Then, you’ll buckle up your boots for a hike along the trails to the summit, where Mt. Fuji can be seen on a clear day. The route back down includes a stop at an onsen for a relaxing soak in the Japanese hot springs.

See and do exactly what you want on this private, customizable day tour to Mt. Fuji. This Japanese icon offers a range of natural, cultural, and adventure activities. Enjoy the views from the 5th Station, visit Shinto shrines at the mountain’s base, see one or more of the Fuji Five Lakes, and end the day at a popular outlet mall for some retail therapy.

We will enjoy the local area of Tokyo. On this cycling tour, we could visit the places where we could not visit and see by public transportation. Not only we could enjoy local areas and know people's life, but we could also enjoy nature for example small streams, parks, and temples. You may feel like local people when you are doing this cycling tour.

Tokyo Bike Tour is a guided tour visiting the major tourist spots in Tokyo by bicycle. The bicycle is the ideal transportation method to move around central Tokyo when sightseeing. The riding pace will let you discover the finer details of Tokyo's scenery, and experience many things that you would not see if you were moving around by train or car. Our tour is small group and guide will pay attention to your pace and support your safety.