Japan in 15 Day Trips, Priced and Timed

Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

1.Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26,383 reviews · from $163Our pick

This 11-hour coach tour links Mt. Fuji and Hakone with a professional English-speaking guide, buffet lunch, Ropeway ride, Lake Ashi cruise, and Shinkansen return to Tokyo. Guides such as Sora, Hiro, Momo, and Levin have earned praise for clear explanations and good humor. Expect a busy day, changing weather, and limited time at each stop.

“Our guide Momo was wonderful, and the tour was wonderful, especially since Mt Fuji was as clear as a bell. The variety of the bus ride, Fuji, the cable car ride, the Ninja restaurant, Lake Hakone, and the Bullet train back to Tokyo was very nice. The offered meal was very tasty, but the way it was served or buffeted was less than Japanese esthetic.”

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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

2.1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,250 reviews · from $129

This 9 to 10-hour Tokyo coach tour links Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, Asakusa, Senso-ji, Tokyo Skytree, and Odaiba. You get an English-speaking guide, multilingual audio, matcha, optional karaage lunch, and Skytree admission. Guides such as Momo, Yuta, Aya, and Levin have earned strong praise for keeping the day friendly and organized.

“Lovely was a great tour guide. Her English was perfect, she was friends, and provided good information. I liked that the tour covered many of the primary Tokyo sights. My only complaint was there was a little too much free time in between spots; the day could have been an hour shorter.”

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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

3.PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13,518 reviews · from $129

Start near Kyoto Station at 7:50 a.m. and spend 8 to 9 hours visiting Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo, Arashiyama, Tenryu-ji, Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari. An English-speaking guide, multilingual bus audio, coach transport, and temple admissions are included. Add the Japanese buffet lunch if you want a simpler day.

“Ciel and her company were very accommodating especially the first part of the tour. Will recommend this tour to our friends and family.”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

4.Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,603 reviews · from $86

Spend about three hours walking Shinjuku with a local guide, tasting 13 Japanese dishes at a stall, izakaya, traditional eatery, and gastrobar. Two drinks are included. Guides such as May, Hoshi, Igor, and Emma have led this experience, which visits Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and the alleys around Golden Gai.

“As it was our first time in Tokyo and specially to the Shinjuku station - we got lost and couldn't reach on time for our tour. Our tour guide waited for us and did his best to help us find our way and reach on time. However, it only gets worse after this. We went to possibly the worse eateries in Tokyo. I can say this with a high level of confidence because we explored Tokyo's Izakaya scene on our own and got much better food everywhere. None of the dishes were nice and my husband and I couldn't wait for the tour to get over. This is a highly…”

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Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

5.Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,309 reviews · from $129

This 8-hour Hiroshima tour pairs the sobering Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Park, and Peace Memorial Museum with Miyajima’s floating torii gate, Itsukushima Shrine, and Daishoin Temple. An English-speaking guide such as Rino, Marin, or Momiji leads the day, while onboard audio is available in seven languages. Coach transport, ferry tickets, and major admissions are included.

“A full day of amazing experiences. Our Guide Mo went above and beyond. She even tried to teach us a few words in Japanese.”

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Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train

6.Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,024 reviews · 10 hours · from $154

Spend 10 hours visiting Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station and Hakone with an English-speaking guide such as Lisa, Yuta, Aya, or Kazu. The day includes a coach ride, Japanese buffet lunch, ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, and one-way Shinkansen ride back to Tokyo. Weather may change the route.

“Great day we got lucky and had a clear view of Mt Fuji. Ange was a great guide very funny. Long day but great”

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Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour – Tokyo Bay Shop

7.Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour – Tokyo Bay Shop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,974 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $64

You drive a single-seat street kart through Tokyo Bay for about two hours, following a lead guide past Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge. Costumes, fuel, kart hire, and taxes are included. Guides such as Bryan, Pam, Riley, and Jordan are praised for keeping groups together and taking photos. Bring a valid physical IDP and passport, wear flat closed shoes, and expect real city traffic.

“This was one of the funniest things we did in Tokyo and a great way to see the city. Driving on the rainbow Bridge and around Tokyo Tower at night so amazing. Nata our guide and Julian our tail guide so much fun. I recommend.”

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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour

8.Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,316 reviews · 510 minutes - 9 hours · from $122

See seven Kyoto highlights in nine hours with an English-speaking guide such as Den, At-Chan, Sakura, or Tommy. Ride between Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangen-do, Arashiyama, Tenryuji, Kinkakuji, and Fushimi Inari, with entry tickets, Wi-Fi, audio guidance, and an optional Japanese buffet lunch included.

“Den is an amazing guide, she truly made our day special. We really enjoyed the tour today, learning new historical information on Japanese history in Kyoto. Thank you so much for an amazing day.”

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World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Experience Tours from Kanazawa

9.World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Experience Tours from Kanazawa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,049 reviews · from $122

Start at Kanazawa Station and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Shirakawa-go, where steep-roofed gassho farmhouses fill a mountain village. Return to Kanazawa for Kenrokuen Garden, Japanese sweets or Daruma painting, a gold-leaf activity, and Higashi Chaya. Guides such as Aiko and Yasushi add history, humor, and helpful local context.

“We went with Aiko and Yasushi and they were so helpful, kind, and knowledgeable about the area. Shirakawa-go was beautiful and having free time to explore was perfect. The afternoon experiences were fun and different to do on a tour. Read more”

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Tour, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi

10.Mt. Fuji Tour, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,002 reviews · 10 hours · from $54

This 10-hour shared bus tour links Hakone and the Fuji Five Lakes for $54 per person. You’ll visit the red Torii gate at Hakone Shrine, ride the Hakone Ropeway, see volcanic Owakudani, and photograph Mt. Fuji at Lake Yamanaka and Oshino Hakkai. Guides such as Jack, Kousei, Sato, and Tom are praised for clear instructions and friendly help. The pirate ship costs about 1,700 yen extra.

“Amaze balls. Much love for kousei from group 21 xo”

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Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

11.Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,902 reviews · from $155

You choose three or four Tokyo sights, then a government-licensed English-speaking guide plans the route around your interests. Expect a private walking tour linked by trains or subway, with choices such as Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, Tsukiji, Harajuku, and the Imperial Palace. Guides including An, Sho, Taichi, and Koba have helped visitors learn the rail system and local customs. Transport, meals, and admissions cost extra.

“We love to take a guided tour with a knowledgeable guide. Tachi worked hard to create a tour of Tokyo that met our needs. She sent emails and we discussed what would be best for us. Today we went to many different areas and got a tru sense of the city and the culture. Visiting several Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples gave us a deeper understanding of the history. Throughout the day Tachi gave excellent explanations of where we were, what we were seeing and the history of how they were created, developed or changed over time. We discussed architecture along the way and she pointed out many buildings of…”

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Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

12.Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,587 reviews · from $106

Spend about three hours with a small group visiting three Shinjuku izakayas and bars. Guides such as Yusuke, Yohei, Mao, and Momo lead you through Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and possibly Golden Gai, explaining local customs while serving Japanese food, drinks, and plenty of neighborhood color.

“Shohei was very knowledgeable about the area. He gave us plenty of stories about celebrities who've been to the area and interactions he's had with them.”

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Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems

13.Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,273 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk through Gion with an English-speaking guide such as Michael, Anton, or Yuri, learning about geiko and maiko traditions, Kyoto history, and local architecture. The route includes photo spots, machiya townhouses, tea houses, Hokan Ji Pagoda, Kennin-ji, and Chion-in. Geiko sightings are possible but never guaranteed. The tour costs $25 and lasts two hours.

“This tour was a wonderful start to my stay in Kyoto. I truly enjoyed exploring the city on foot and learned a great deal about Kyoto, Gion and the world of geisha. I was also very lucky, as I turned out to be the only participant on this group tour, which meant that my guide Michael effectively gave me a private tour. We visited the most important locations in Gion, which allowed me to gain a very good overall impression of the district. Because I was the only participant, Michael was able to tailor the tour to my interests and even adjust the itinerary slightly to suit what I was…”

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Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

14.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,184 reviews · from $99

Meet guides such as Kiyo, Naz, Shoko, or Masa at Tsukiji Honganji Temple for a three-hour walk through the outer market. Taste seafood, sushi or a seafood bowl, Wagyu beef, fish cakes, omelette, fruit, dashi, and tea while learning about Japanese food customs. The tour suits fish lovers who want help navigating Tsukiji.

“Sean was the best guide. He was really informative and fun. We really enjoyed the experience and I would definitely recommend the tours to others.”

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Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume

15.Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,658 reviews · from $46

Drive a one-person go-kart through Osaka with a guide, costume, fuel, and insurance included. The one-hour route passes Namba, Dotonbori, the American Quarter, Kitashinchi, and Tsutenkaku Tower. Guides such as Yuma, Nas, Lawrence, and Hang have led rides, often taking photos and videos along the way. Bring the correct driving documents.

“This tour was the BEST part of our Japan trip! Our tour guy was extremely helpful and made sure we were all comfortable driving around the streets of Osaka and kept checking on all of us during the ride. Our group was running a few minutes late and they still accommodated us and made sure we had a great time. It was truly the most amazing experience! Do not miss this tour while you’re in Japan!”

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