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5 out of 5 average rating, 502 reviews

Explore Mount Fuji Lakes & Countryside by E-Bike⁠

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

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Takayama local Foods Cooking Class w/ Hida Beef

You can learn about the local food and history from the chef who are living in Takayama.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Unlock Takayama: 5-Senses Morning Walk in English

Guests will experience Takayama through all five senses. You will learn local secrets and insider tips on food, history, and local life that guide book miss. This tour is conducted in English.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Samurai experience & Matsumoto Castle Tour

Discover Matsumoto’s historic castle and experience samurai sword combat.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Matsumoto/Utsukushigahara Guided Trek

Explore the beautiful Utsukushigahara Highlands with a local mountain guide. Enjoy open grasslands, forest trails, and views of the Japanese Alps on this guided trek.

5 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Tea ceremony experience at the foot of Mt. Fuji Make tea with natural water from Mt. Fuji

First, a nice entrance with a small window overlooking the garden will welcome you. Next, you will enter the tea room and learn the basic etiquette of the tea ceremony while looking at the Japanese garden. Watch a demonstration of the tea ceremony by the host in the tea room. After that, you will be shown the tea ceremony utensils and make your own tea, learn how to drink it, and taste local sweets. As a special treat, we will bring natural water from Mt. Fuji and boil it in a teapot. You will taste the blessings of Mt. Fuji.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Izakaya Tour & Nagano

Discover Nagano’s hidden izakayas and back-alley bars while tasting 5 small plates including a full bowl of noodles, plus 2 drinks (included) in the lively nightlife atmosphere.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Skip the Stress, Meet the Snow Monkeys

This is an exclusive, small-group guided experience that takes you deep into a hidden valley—home to the world-famous wild Japanese Macaques (Snow Monkeys)—and other spiritual/ physical experiences.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Private eco-tourism around Lake Kawaguchi: Visit popular sightseeing spots, photo spots, and World Heritage Sites around Mt. Fuji

I'm Horii, your guide for the Kawaguchiko Private Guided Tour. This is a private guided tour around Fujikawaguchiko Town in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, limited to one group per day. Families and groups are welcome to participate. A staff member who speaks Japanese and English will guide you on a tour by car. We will guide you to Mt. Fuji, famous spots around the five lakes of Fuji, nearby shrines, Japanese culture, Japanese history, and other highlights according to your wishes. We will prioritize your requests.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Hidden Takayama Walk: 10 Dishes, Hida Beef

Explore 2 hidden Takayama eateries with a local food lover. Taste 10 dishes incl. Hida beef & 2 drinks. Small groups, dietary needs welcome. A real local night out.

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From Wadano: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake

Starting from Hakuba Tokyu Hotel: Visit Zenkoji, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, followed by sake-tasting and lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then, visit the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park!

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From Happo: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake

Starting from Happo Bus Terminal: Visit Zenkoji, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, followed by sake-tasting and lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then, visit the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park!

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From Tsugaike: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake

Starting from Tsugaike Kogen: Visit Zenkoji, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, followed by sake-tasting and lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then, visit the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park!

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Venus Private Hike – Walk Above the Clouds

Walk above the clouds on a private journey from Matsumoto to the Utsukushigahara Highlands. Explore beautiful trails at around 2,000m, surrounded by open grasslands, big skies and mountain views.

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From Echoland: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake

Starting from Echoland: Visit Zenkoji, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, followed by sake-tasting and lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then, visit the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park!

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A snowboarding experience for people in their 50s and 60s, taught by an Olympic halfpipe judge

This is a snowboarding experience for intermediate-level riders. Your 61-year-old host, who served as an official halfpipe judge for 20 years, will show you the bumps and slopes along the side of the course that are hard to notice when just riding the regular course. Within the area where the ski resort allows snowboarding, you'll learn how to choose your line and control your board according to the terrain, and experience a new way to enjoy the slopes.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

From Yamanashi: Explore Mt Fuji’s Iconic Views

Explore Mt Fuji’s Iconic Views from on a Bus Tour with your English speaking guide. Experience Mt Fuji scenery at Lake Kawaguchiko, explore Oshino Hakkai, and enjoy local Hoto cuisine.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Life in the old town of Takayama: Onigiri and miso soup cooking class. The most beloved meals in Japan since ancient times.

A cooking class in a magical area lined with traditional Takayama houses. Japanese people, from adults to children, all love onigiri and miso soup. Once you take this lesson, you'll be able to make them at home.

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Japanese High Tea and Whisky Pairing

Enjoy a walk through Japanese whisky production, then take your seat for a whisky driven high tea comprised of local dishes, carefully selected teas, and Komoro Distillery spirits.

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Scenic photo walk with a Kamikochi mountain photographer (ideal for commemorative photos and proposals)

Take a leisurely stroll through Kamikochi, where the majestic Hotaka mountain range and clear streams are beautiful, while enjoying the forest air and the babbling of the river. Walk along the flat trail for about 3.5 km from Taisho Pond to the Kappa Bridge, and take natural portraits at scenic spots with beautiful light. We will provide you with high-quality photo data that looks like a scene from a movie. Ideal for couples, families, or proposals. A local photographer with a first aid certificate for outdoor activities will ensure you have a special and worry-free experience.

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