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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 427 reviewsNature experience: swim with endangered sea turtles in Ishigaki Island and enjoy the superb view from the summit of Mt. Yara
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 1903 reviewsRide 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.)
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviewsSkyline R34 to Tokyo Daikoku car meet/free T-shirt
Cross the Rainbow Bridge, carve the Bayshore Route, and finish under the lights of Tokyo Tower. You'll sit shotgun while the crew drives.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviewsDiscover Ishigaki's Hidden Treasures Snorkel Tour
Explore Ishigaki's vibrant reefs, colorful fish, and coral.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsCrystal-Clear Snorkel Experience in Miyakojima
Swim with sea turtles among colorful fish and vibrant coral reefs, and capture unforgettable photos. All necessary equipment is included. 【Age limit- under 70 years old. Pickup may be available】
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviewsStep 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.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 352 reviewsChopstick Making Workshop with Artisan
Enjoy exclusive access to a traditional chopsticks workshop with local artisans, guided by an English-speaking instructor, and craft your own unique souvenir.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsExperience stargazing and photography in an international dark sky reserve
Ishigaki Island has been designated as Japan's first international dark sky reserve. Let's enjoy observing and photographing the beautiful starry sky together. This experience is held in Japanese. I can use a translation app and give simple explanations in English, but please note that my English is not perfect.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviewsIriomote Mangrove Kayak, Trek to Secret Waterfall
Chill out on the Iriomote Island, fulfilled with nature. Paddle through a Mangrove, Trek rainforest jungle to the secret waterfall. Outdoor Local Lunch and Local Tea or Fruits included.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviewsTokyo : 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.
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New place to stayOsaka: Saijo Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting
Discover Amanosake at Saijo Sake Brewery in Osaka on a winter-only tour. Explore in-season brewing and sake history, then enjoy a rare tasting of fresh namazake available only at this time of year.
New place to stayMagical Light-Up Walking Tour
Discover the best Autumn Bamboo light up in Arashiyama breeze.
New place to stayTokyo History Walk with an Ex-Rickshaw Puller
Walk Asakusa with a former rickshaw puller! Learn how temples and shrines differ, explore Tokyo's history, find hidden power spots, shop for ninja and samurai goods, and enjoy the best street food.
New place to stayAmagasaki Castle, charming downtown temple district and shopping streets, and local food guide tour with a local history navigator
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 will explore the quiet temple district, which retains a strong sense of the Edo period, and the historic Ebisu Shrine. I know the area inside and out through my work with the local government and volunteer activities, and I will provide clear explanations of its history and culture. I will also take you to shopping streets beloved by locals and hidden gems, offering you a special time to deeply experience the charm of Amagasaki.
New place to stayGin tasting & food pairing at a local Kobe bar
Taste three very different gins side by side at a small bar counter in Sannomiya, each paired with a matching dish. Then get my local picks for dinner and drinks in Kobe, and a postcard to take home.
New place to stayAccompany us to buy tuna in Toyosu and enjoy an authentic nigiri sushi experience at Nihonbashi Sushi Kairo
Accompany a sushi chef into the restricted area of Toyosu Market (the seafood wholesale market) to select and purchase the finest bluefin tuna. Afterward, you will head to "Sushi Kairo" in Nihonbashi, the birthplace of the fish market, for a completely private program where you can experience everything from the butchering and slicing of the purchased tuna to making authentic nigiri sushi at the counter and tasting it.
New place to stayFukushima Today:Disaster Area Recovery & Hope Tour
Explore the Fukushima coast from Tomioka to Namie, driving through coastal areas and towns. Visit museums and actual disaster sites to learn what happened in the past and see the area's reality today.
New place to stayCreate a Mizuhiki Maple Leaf with an Orizuru Charm
Create a maple leaf, a symbol of Hiroshima, using traditional Japanese Mizuhiki cords. Add a tiny orizuru crane charm and take home a unique keepsake of your time in Hiroshima.
New place to stayNiseko Ski Lesson with Hotel Pick-up
Experience Niseko’s famous powder snow with a private ski lesson. Hotel pick-up, lift tickets, ski equipment, and ski wear are included. Enjoy an unforgettable day on the slopes
New place to stayExperience a tea ceremony in a historic tea room and enjoy a cup of tea prepared with a calm mind.
We will take a leisurely tour of the tea room and garden path nestled in the forest, a 10-minute walk from the station, with commentary. Experience the movements of the tea ceremony and open your senses to the sounds of the trees, the scents of charcoal and incense, the feel of the tea bowl, and the flavors of Japanese sweets and matcha, for a moment of tranquility.
