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5 out of 5 average rating, 504 reviews

Explore Mount Fuji Lakes & Countryside by E-Bike⁠

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

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, 47 reviews

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

First, you will be greeted by a lovely entrance with a small window overlooking the courtyard garden. 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 then you will make your own tea and try 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.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Private Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko photography tour with a local guide

A local guide will efficiently show you the most scenic spots in the Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko area. We will visit popular attractions such as Oishi Park, Iyashino Sato Neba, Kawaguchi Sengen-jinja Shrine and Chureito, as well as some hidden gems, with all travel provided by car for your convenience. If you wish, we can also take photos to beautifully capture your travel memories.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Half-Day Zenkoji Tour with Tea Ceremony

Discover Nagano's nearly-1,400-year-old Zenkoji Temple on this guided tour, and experience a unique fire ceremony as well as a tea ceremony, sampling of local dumplings, and even 'sake' tasting.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Learn to make authentic soba noodles with a Togakushi soba master

This is an authentic soba making experience where you can learn from scratch from a soba artisan from the home of soba, Shinshu. From combining the buckwheat flour and water, to kneading and rolling out the dough, to cutting it with a special knife, you can experience it all with your own hands. This cultural experience, where you can enjoy freshly made soba noodles on the spot, is perfect for creating memories of your trip.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Explore Scenic Old Japan in Takayama & Shirakawago

Discover the craftmanship and culture of the historic merchant town Takayama. Then visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go with its thatched-roof farm houses and stunning countryside scenery.

4.33 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

From Nagano: Discover Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle

Visit Matsumoto Castle, one of the few remaining original castles in Japan and a registered National Treasure, before heading into the the pristine alpine valley of Kamikochi for a guided nature walk.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Small group e-bike cycling tour of Togakushi Shrine

This is a cycling experience for beginners to intermediate riders, where you will tour the Togakushi area of Nagano Prefecture by e-bike. You will cycle 34 km through a rural landscape, visit the cedar trees of Togakushi Shrine, and ride along quiet forest and rural roads. The return trip is downhill, making it an adventure tour. There are many hills, so it is recommended for those who are used to cycling on a regular basis. We will meet at Kurohime Station, so you can also enjoy the local atmosphere. ※E-Bike rental fee is paid separately on site (3,500 yen)