Tokyo Prefecture Tours & Attractions

The experiences I provide are not a form of entertainment or performance. Some experiences do not offer a true Samurai experience because foreign visitors are not familiar with Japanese culture. I believe this should not be the case and teach authentic Japanese swordsmanship and spirit. For those who wish to have a proper experience, or want to study authentic kenjutsu, please come join one of my lessons. The Toyama school of swordsmanship was originally taught by the old Japanese army and was the last Kenjutsu to be used in actual combat. So,Toyama school was developed by combining the specialties of various sword schools. 【attention】 If you would like to use this experience for interviews or various social networking sites, please let us know in advance. If you are informed on the day of the event, it will cause inconvenience to other guests. We will reserve the room for a private party (an additional charter fee will be charged), so please be sure to let us know.

Relax and do things at your own pace with this chauffeur driven tour to the Fuji area. You will be picked up from any hotel or location within Tokyo 23 wards and start your day our with a comfortable drive over to Fuji. First stop at the marvellous Lake Kawaguchi which is a perfect serene spot to view Mt. Fuji. Enjoy a lunch at one of the many delicious traditional food spots in the area before continuing on to Hakone and Lake Ashi and a peaceful boat ride. Take the Ropeway to Owakudani volcanic area. The tour would take 7-10 hours depending on traffic and the pace you wish to set. This itinerary is totally customisable depending on your needs.

Our Takao mountain tour will take you to a famous 1000 year old temple near the top of Mount Takao. We’ll share legendary stories along the way to the top of the mountain where you will see Mt. Fuji (Weather permitting)

Enjoy an authentic Japanese culinary experience in a small-group cooking class. An instructor invites you to her home. She will share her extensive knowledge about Japanese cuisine. Discover the secrets of Japanese homemade dishes. Ask any question about essences of Japanese cuisine, and then enjoy delicious dishes with fellow food lovers. The 3-hour regular class includes one main dish, two side dishes, and miso soup with rice. Have you heard of Umami, the essence of Japanese cuisine, and how to make it from scratch? It’s the first step in any class! If you are the first group to make a reservation, you are free to choose a main dish and the instructor would customize it based on your preferences.

Gyoza is a dumpling made with minced stuffing. They are becoming increasingly popular popular cross the world :) Wouldn't it be wonderful to make Ramen and gyoza at your home? the Ramen soup from the scratch. ・ In Japan, vegetarian food is quite tough to Dashi, soup stock made by mainly bonito frake (it's made out of fish stock).

Testimony: "Ramen and Gyoza Extraordinaire My partner took me to Tokyo for a quick adventure in honor of my 49th birthday. The highlight of our trip was cooking with the instructor. She welcomed us into her beautiful home and taught us how to make homemade ramen and gyoza. She is a professional chef, having lived and worked in New York and Chicago for a number of years, and her expertise is clear. She is organized, and she makes cooking seem effortless. She did quite a bit of prep work before our arrival and made sure we were okay with the tasks she assigned us: chopping, dicing, stir-frying, folding gyoza. Our creations were absolutely delicious, the best we have ever tasted. How fulfilling to know that we made them ourselves.  We enjoyed our time with the instructor immensely and felt that we left her home as "friends" rather than students or clients. "

Join this beginner-friendly nature hiking tour in Okutama, a mountainous area located in the west side of Tokyo, and go on a half-day getaway to refresh yourself!! Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a dedicated guide who will give you detailed insights into Japanese history and culture. Not only will you hike up a beautiful mountain, you'll also be able to visit a traditional Japanese sake brewery which will be a treat for all you sake lovers, as well as a small wasabi shop offering a whole selection of wasabi-based products. After getting sweaty while hiking, you can relax your body and mind by soaking in the hot springs and eating delicious food. Unlike most Onsen facilities in Japan, guests with tattoos are welcomed there, so no need for concern even if you have one! *Transportation, food, hot spring costs are not included in the price. *Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dislikes. *You have to be naked at the hot springs.(male/female are separated)

Mt. Takao is the most popular climbing spot in the Kanto area, located about 50 kilometers west of the city center. It is a wonderful mountain, designated as Michelin three star spot along with Mt. Fuji in 2007, and it’s a national park where you can leisurely enjoy mountain hiking even on a day trip. The mountain has been especially important to Japanese since 744, when Emperor Shomu commanded the creation of Yakushiji, a famous temple, and thereby encouraged followers to come to the mountain. Known as one of Tokyo's best outlooks, the view from the observation deck is of a big panorama overlooking the Kanto Plain, with skyscrapers in the distance. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city for a rejuvinating day where you'll connect with nature in a spiritual setting.

First of all, please check Instagram; #wasabijprun Tired of the concrete jungle in Tokyo? Then join this 7km trail walk/run on Mt. Takao, only an hour’s train ride from Shinjuku! Whether you’re a veteran trail runner or just a beginner mountaineer, a highly experienced guide will adjust the route and pace to best suit your ability. After fully enjoying the lush nature, various tourist attractions, and spectacular views from the top of the mountain, refresh your body in an onsen hot spring and savor tasty Japanese food at the foot of the mountain to end your experience on an even higher note! *Feel free to contact me to inquire about a custom time slot

Kichijoji is called one of the best place to live for Tokyoites. Have you heard of Kichijoji? It's just 15-20 from Shibuya or Shinjuku, central part of Tokyo. And it's unique and efficient because everything is gathered in compact city. In this tour, we will do Japanese cultural activity and two bar hopping in 3 hours. One of activity such as Samurai experience, Calligraphy workshop, Ikebana workshop, local dance and of course drinking(bar-hopping). Let us do bar hopping with our friendly guides!!

Want to know how Toyko’s locals spend their evenings? Head out to the vibrant Kichioji neighborhood where tiny bars and gastropubs are everywhere you look. Watch the locals relax and unwind in a traditional Izakaya bar and enjoy delicous local drinks and snacks on this evening food tour. Kanpai! Start your tasting experience in one of Kichioji’s tiny Izakaya bars where you’ll enjoy a local drink and snack. The vibe here is so cozy that you’ll get the feeling you are dining in someone’s home. Follow your local host to a spot that’s famous for its Sukiayki soup, a one-pot dish made with boiled eggs, soy and stewed fishcakes. This local favorite also specalized in cocktails including orange yogurt and sake. Swing by an Izakaya bar which has a 50s theme. With buzzing energy and friendly bartenders, this bar will be unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Pick a local drink to enjoy and pair it with Yakitori (fried cheese) and another snack of your choosing.

Visit the Ghibli Museum, the museum showcasing the work of the Japanese animation studio, Studio Ghibli. Tickets are not available at the museum (tickets must be purchased in advance) and are often sold out, so pre-ordering the tickets with tour in advance is recommended. If we're able to obtain the tickets for you, the English-speaking tour guide will have your tickets with them and will meet you at the designated meeting point before your tour.

First of all, please check Instagram: #wasabijpdoll #wasabijp we are "wasabi experience project" This project provides Japan's carefully selected superb experiences. Daruma dolls are round-shaped dolls that have long been loved by the Japanese as good luck charms that help realize people’s wishes. In this one-hour workshop, you can create your original colorful daruma doll. Choose your favorite fabric, cut and paste it onto the daruma’s body, and paint a face on it. As daruma and fabrics are two of Chofu’s main specialties, this makes a perfect souvenir of your visit to the city. While waiting for the glue to dry, engage in fun little daruma-themed games or take pictures with a daruma mask on your head. Tea will also be served at this time. This is a great way to get a quick hands-on experience of Japanese culture while putting your creativity to work.

After picking up from the meeting place at Hino Station, we will head to Hosenji (Zenji) while walking, introducing ourselves and talking about Hino City. Inside, you can tour the garden while enjoying the atmosphere of a local Zen temple. The photo is okay. Next, we will walk to Yasaka Shrine while, and then I will introduce a little about the shrine's manners inside. After that, head to Honjin and go sightseeing inside, you can see the rooms, gardens, and daily necessities that the old samurai of the Edo period used to spend. After that, we will go to the, the handmade udon shop we experience, and actually experience and enjoy the meal. I want you to feel and enjoy all of our experience resources of making traditional Japanese food in a private space, not just a cooking class. Participants will be pleased with the face-to-face experience. If you can make your own original noodles at this shop, it will be one of the world's flour arts.

★Sep 19, 2021（Sun） ～　Jan 16, 2022（Sun） ≪SPECIAL EXHIBITION≫　Ancient Egypt—The Creation of the World ≪PERMANENT EXHIBITION≫　From the Renaissance to the 20th Century—500 Years of Western Paintings ≪EXIHIBITION OF OUR COLLECTION≫ 　Through the Looking Lens : Ancient Ruins of the World *Notice of changes to museum operating hours Due to the Japanese government extending its declaration of national emergency in response to the ongoing pandemic, the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum has temporarily altered its opening hours as follows: Open: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. (Reception closes at 3:30 p.m.) Closed : Mondays, except on holidays, then closed on Tuesday

Eat your way through Tokyo's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Sushi and Gyoza. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

[Let's play handmade mini shamisen! Traditional music experience workshop] TOKYO SHAMI EXPERIENCE was newly launched last year as a spot where you can enjoy the shamisen more easily and fun! This reservation site has just started in 2020. A new two-hour workshop where everyone can handcraft a mini shamisen, play a few songs, and enjoy a live concert with tea! You can take the instruments you made home and play them at home. Musical instrument workshops that have been featured on TV, magazines, and on the Web. It is perfect for those who want to start a new instrument that people around them do not do much, or those who are interested in Japanese musical instruments but are unable to take a step because of the high threshold. Not only will you be able to play, but also from the history and explanation of the shamisen, everyone can create a shamisen kit and learn how it sounds. Please enjoy the special experience that can enter the world of deep Japanese! * Price with musical instrument

This experience is specialized for tameshigiri or test cutting. In tameshigiri ,there are only three types of cuts: Kesagiri (downward diagonal cut), Gyaku-kesa Giri (upward diagonal cut) and Suiheigiri (horizontal cut). If we include cuts from 3 cutting the right and left, there are a total of six cuts. Various techniques are then created from combing these six basic cuts. In this lesson you will try the most basic and fundamental cut the migi kesagiri (right side downward diagonal cut). If you can perform this cut correctly, you will be able to show off to your friends. 【attention】 If you would like to use this experience for interviews or various social networking sites, please let us know in advance. If you are informed on the day of the event, it will cause inconvenience to other guests. We will reserve the room for a private party (an additional charter fee will be charged), so please be sure to let us know.

○ Features of Mt. Takao Night Hike -You can see the beautiful night view and starry sky from the mountain that you can not taste in the daytime. -Mt. Takao climbing with headlights can enjoy extraordinary adventures. ・ Because it is a 1.5-hour one-way hike, you can enjoy it without problems even if you are not physically strong or a beginner at night hike. -Climb in a friendly atmosphere.

You can experience Authentic Japanese homestyle cooking while traveling. It will be memorable special event! Participants can learn Japanese cuisine from licensed trained cooking instructor.

Explore and holiday in Shizuoka by Campervan. Included in this journey are incredible Mt. Fuji views, waterfalls, beautiful shrines, ocean side campsites and so much more. Travel at your own pace and experience incredible places that are beautiful and less travelled.

Join this 2-hour class held at a serene temple in Tokyo and learn wagashi making and tea ceremony at once from specialists in the respective fields. Wagashi sweets and matcha green tea are staples of traditional Japanese tea ceremony. In this class, you can prepare both of them by yourself with expert assistance, and savor them during an authentic tea ceremony led by the head priest of the temple. This is a perfect class for those who want not only to see, but to have a hands-on experience of traditional Japanese culture.

Book your Private Round-Trip Transfer from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Tachikawa City hotel or address and return. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Prepare yourself for an exhilarating adventure of rafting in one of the longest rivers in Tokyo and indulging in a scrumptious BBQ feast. We welcome you to bring along your friends and loved ones to share in the excitement. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories and enjoy a day filled with fun and laughter.

Explore Hinohara Village, the only remaining village in Tokyo on a leisurely 7 hour tour. Take a stroll with your guide through the rich nature and popular spots in this rustic mountain village located on the western edge of Tokyo. Hinohara Village is a peaceful village located about two hours away from the heart of Tokyo. It is both rich in nature along the Akigawa River that flows through the center, and traditional arts and architecture. It’s full of cultural attractions. On this tour, you will visit Kobayashi's house, Hossawa Falls and Seoto-no-Yu Spa with your personal guide using public transit. Enjoy traditional living in the mountainous area and the four seasons in Tokyo, but away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Our base is located at just about an hour and 30 minutes from central Tokyo! You can take the JR line to get here and you will have a wonderful experience in such majestic nature! Rafting is a fun and exciting way to explore the beautiful Tama River in Okutama. Guiding you down a number of rapids, playing games with our rafts and stopping at a good jump rock too. Discover the beauty of River, known for its splendid gorges and wonderful opportunities for water sports.

Mt. Takao is located only about an hour away from the center of Tokyo. In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable tramway. Even children and elderly people can reach the peak without undue exertion. This mountain also has many historical heritage, such as mountain temple , " Yakuo-in ". At the foot of Mt.Takao, you can see fancy traditional village and you can enjoy shopping for souvenir.

Unbelievable scenic native bushes mixed with some amazing canyoning awaits, right here in Tokyo. Just a train ride from the center of the city will transport you into the luscious green hinterland of Tokyo's Okutama area. Descend moss laden ancient canyons using a variety of techniques; jumps, slides and repelling with waterfalls over 80 feet (25m)!

Book your Private Departure Transfer from Tachikawa City to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable tramway. Even children and elderly people can reach the peak without undue exertion. This mountain also has many historical heritage, such as mountain temple , " Yakuo-in ". This temple was founded in 8th century, and accommodates many monks for Zen training (silent meditation in Buddhism). You can enjoy Zen food for lunch.(vegetarian food 2800yen) At the foot of Mt.Takao, you can see fancy traditional village and you can enjoy shopping for souvenir. If you have an interest in hot spring, I can take you to bath house (1000yen). The tour will end at at Takaosanguchi station.