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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 1885 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, 84 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.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 83 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, 123 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.

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 732 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, 2252 reviews

Feeling samurai soul

See authentic samurai culture through kimono and hakama, tea ceremony, sword handling, meditation and watching the performance by authentic samurai performer. All classes are conducted in English.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 735 reviews

The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery

This is real Japanese Archery. Train in an authentic training hall (Dojo) at official distances, using professional gear while wearing traditional uniform, exactly as a local Kyudo master practices

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 365 reviews

Walk like a local with Shiba dog at Tsukiji/Ginza

Tokyo looks different through a Shiba's eyes... This isn't a staged experience. A simple walk becomes a bridge to neighborhood stories, familiar faces, and unexpected connections along the way~੭

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 21 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.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 648 reviews

Tokyo Masterclass: 15 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

Explore 15 Tokyo landmarks in one day with a seasoned local guide. Discover history, culture, and hidden secrets for a masterclass in Japan's richness. Perfect for an immersive day with Tokyo experts.

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Learn Japanese history on a run around the Imperial Palace: A premium history tour that unravels 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 a running tour; it is a premium running tour that satisfies intellectual curiosity by exploring the historical sites around the Imperial Palace and unraveling 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."

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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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Tokyo Drift in Nissan New Horizon 34 Daikoku PA

Explore Tokyo under the lights of the night in the legendary Nissan Skyline 34! Discover the famous Daikoku PA, get an up-close look at the JDM scene, and take incredible photos at the city's most iconic spots.

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Half Day Guided Bus Tour: Sumo, Chopstick & Shrine

Personalize wooden chopsticks in Ginza, visit shrine with deep history related to Sumo and then learn sumo traditions, rules and ring techniques with a real rikishi and an English speaking bus guide.

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Discover Japan’s New Dance Culture in Tokyo

First, let me introduce you to Yosakoi, one of Japan's modern dances. Next, let's hold a "naruko" in our hands and make some lively sounds. After practising some simple choreography with a professional, you'll finally change into your favourite Yosakoi costume and dance together. No complicated dance skills are required. It's perfect for beginners and can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or gender. If you get into the rhythm with the shouts, you too can be a Japanese festival-goer! ※ Includes a Naruko as a gift.

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Held on weekends. Go to a festival in Tokyo with Akiko, a local guide

Experience Japanese culture by visiting festivals, fairs, and special markets held somewhere in Tokyo every weekend. Akiko, who was born and raised in Tokyo and holds a national guide certification, will take you to festivals and markets happening during the very weekend of your stay in Tokyo, and show you the highlights and unique features. From September to October, we'll take you to shrine festivals; in November, to the Chrysanthemum Fair and the Rooster Fair; and in December and January, to the traditional Setagaya Boro Fair.