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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews

Handcraft Your Own Japanese Chopsticks in Osaka

Traditional Chopstick Making with a Local Artisan in Osaka. Guided by an English-speaking instructor, carve and finish your own unique set. A perfect, practical souvenir and cultural experience!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 938 reviews

Hidden Osaka Red Light Tour & Culinary Adventure

The only in-depth tour of the Hidden Red Light District of Osaka with authorized tour guides, as well as retro theme parks of Shinsekai, followed with a local dish (skewers!) ※Small Groups of 8 People

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

Kyoto tea town for matcha lover　

Walk Uji’s histric district, grind matcha, taste sweets, and join a tea ceremony.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviews

Kimono Photoshoot in Kyoto Gion

We are photography studio and based in Kyoto with more than 14 years of experiences. For casual, pre-wedding, or other types of photoshoot in other locations, message us. Ins: boonchenglimphotography

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 389 reviews

Cycle and explore rural Osaka

Enjoy a unique cycling adventure through hidden historical sites and countryside. I studied geography, so I share local history and geography while cycling. Join me for a fun and educational ride.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1385 reviews

Pedal through hidden Nara

Unearth the town's hidden gems with a local cycling guide.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 596 reviews

Prepare matcha in a 100-year-old house

Discover the traditional tea ceremony in a historic Kyo-machiya, a 100-year-old townhouse.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews

Taste traditional cuisines and drinks with a local

Discover the hidden gems in Juso, a vibrant historic town tucked away from the tourists.

5 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviews

Samurai Training in Osaka

Experience Kendo with a local practitioner! In this small-group session, you’ll learn the basics of Kendo and Samurai spirit in a friendly, beginner-focused way. Fun, safe, and welcoming for everyone.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 636 reviews

Nara Park and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Discover Nara’s rich history and hidden spots, including world heritage sites.

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Amanohashidate, Ine Funaya & Ine Bay from Osaka

Explore Ine’s Funaya boat houses, then we will visit Amanohashidate for its iconic "upside-down" landscape and Chionji Temple on this full-day sightseeing tour. Includes English guide and transport.

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Mindfulness Meditation in a Private Temple

Experience mindfulness meditation in a normally closed Japanese temple, surrounded by a beautiful traditional garden. Enjoy a peaceful escape from sightseeing in a small group.

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Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Car Tour

Start at the atomic bomb dome and peace park, continue through the memorial museum, then ferry to miyajima to see deer and the floating vermilion gate with a cultural landmarks guide.

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Nagoya Castle, Osu & Toyota Museum Tour from Osaka

Discover Nagoya beyond the usual itinerary, from Nagoya Castle and lively Osu to the fascinating world of Japanese industrial innovation.

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Wakayama: Nachi Falls & Mt Koya Private Car Tour

Travel in a private vehicle to Danjo garan, Kongobuji and Okunoin, then visit Nachi Falls and Seiganto ji for close views of pagodas, rock gardens and cedar forest.

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Dotonbori Solo Tour & Photoshoot with Frame Gift

Traveling solo? Explore Dotonbori's neon and Hozenji's lantern-lit lanes with a local guide who photographs you along the way. 20+ edited photos by the next morning, plus a framed print.

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Amagasaki Castle, charming old town, temple district and shopping street, local food guide tour with a local history navigator

Let's embark on a journey to experience history and the atmosphere of an old downtown area in Amagasaki, just a stone's throw from Osaka. After visiting Amagasaki Castle, which has been beautifully rebuilt with state-of-the-art facilities, we'll explore the quiet temple district, which still retains a strong sense of the Edo period, and the historic Ebisu Shrine. I know the area inside out through my involvement with the local government and volunteer activities, and I will provide a clear explanation of its history and culture. I'll also take you to shopping streets beloved by locals and hidden gems, offering you a special time to deeply experience the charm of Amagasaki.