Tokyo Prefecture Tours

The worldwide popularity of the Studio Ghibli Museum means that admission tickets, which can only be bought in advance, often sell out. Guarantee your entry to the museum, which imitates animated film sets from classic films such as Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle, by booking your tickets in advance. This convenient package includes the delivery of the tickets to your accommodation, allowing you to skip the stress of finding a meeting point.

Sanrio Puroland is an indoor Sanrio theme park where all your "kawaii" dreams come to life! Here, you'll meet some of your favorite characters such as Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Little Twin Stars and more! At this Sanrio theme park hosts many events and musicals and has various attractions and theme rides for the Sanrio characters. Get this ticket now and avoid the long lines to purchase tickets! (Tickets are valid for 15 days from the date you selected to visit.) （© 1990, 2018, 2021 SANRIO CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN © 2018 SANRIO/SHOCHIKU S/D・G 　著作 株式会社サンリオ ）

Couldn’t get tickets in advance for Ghibli Museum? Get last-minute admission tickets (with walk-in service) to Ghibli Museum here. Book your last-minute tickets with Japan Awaits and don’t miss your opportunity to see the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo!

Visit Mt. Takao on a full-day hiking tour from Takaosanguchi Station in Hachiōji, Tokyo. With a private guide just for your group, you’ll first visit the Takao 599 Museum to learn about the nature and wildlife that abounds on the mountain. Then, you’ll buckle up your boots for a hike along the trails to the summit, where Mt. Fuji can be seen on a clear day. The route back down includes a stop at an onsen for a relaxing soak in the Japanese hot springs.

Some group tours can feel impersonal and inflexible. This private tour, however, allows you to explore the Mount Fuji area at your own pace. You'll be picked up from your hotel and chauffeur driven to such viewpoints as Lake Kawaguchi and Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine or Fuji`s 5th Station: the exact itinerary is up to you.

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).

Travelers interested in experiencing traditional Japanese spirituality will enjoy this authentic Zen experience at a temple. You’ll learn about meditation and Zen sutras, and get a chance to meditate and recite the sutras yourself. Tour the beautiful grounds of the ancient temple, and enjoy the peace and quiet away from the central city. This tour is an easy way to learn about Japanese traditions directly from practitioners.

Be a Ninja for the day on this ultimate Ninja Experience in Hinode-machi. You won’t have to worry about bringing anything with you, as Ninja costume rental is included. The experience will teach you about the duties of Ninja, as well as skill such as drawing and sheathing a sword, using a blowgun, and throwing shuriken. It’s a great way to learn more about Ninja in an authentic Samurai house.

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.

Creative, craft-loving travelers will love the opportunity to make their very own Daruma dolls in the Chofu neighborhood of Tokyo. These cute, round dolls are considered to be good luck charms, and you can write your own wish on the doll to help it come true. Decorate the doll to your own tastes, and have a unique and personalized souvenir to take home with you.

A beautiful tour only an hour away from the center of Tokyo! Mt.Takao, with its easy access and beautiful natural environment, was rated three stars by the Michelin Guide as a great tourist destination in 2007. It is one of the two Japanese mountains that have a three-star reputation, the other being Mt.Fuji. With 3 million visitors each year, Mt.Takao is the most visited mountain in the world! This mountain is also famous for the mythological creature it worships; the Tengu. Mt.Takao is no taller than 599m, but on sunny days you can see across to Mt.Fuji, and enjoy the fantastic view of a sea of mountains. The route you will take on this tour is an easy one, partially involving a cable car ride, and is perfectly beginner-friendly!

This is the perfect experience for art lovers looking to explore at their own pace. Enjoy a stress-free visit to Tokyo Fuji Art Museum without having to wait in long ticket lines by pre-booking entry in advance. Once inside the museum, spend time exploring the museum’s artifacts, including seasonal exhibitions.

See the real life locations featured in Whisper of the Heart, the beloved anime film, on this guided adventure. Meet an informative local guide and visit Seiseki Sakuragaoka, the town where the movie took place, and explore important sites like the shrine where Sugimura confesses his feelings to Shizuku and the hill where Seiji proposes to Shizuku.

Escape the hustle and bustle for the day on this tour into Tokyo's surrounding countryside. Try the rainbow trout fishing in the mountain stream then enjoy the fruits of your labor with a big barbecue. Vegetables, sausages, and fried noodles are included.

This tour is an animal lover’s dream! Swap the busy streets of Tokyo for some downtime with cats, rabbits, owls, lizards, and turtles. Save time researching where Tokyo’s best animal cafes are, and get a guide’s shortlist instead. The tour goes to the Kichijoji district, and visits multiple cafes on one tour.

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.

【OUTLINE】 Although Ninja has a long history and its name is widely-known, its existence has long been vailed in mystery. This plan enables you to deeply understand the history and the role of Ninja and to try hands-on Ninja training. After getting sweat from doing Ninja training, you can soak in a natural hot spring in a mountain village rich in nature. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 Try an authentic Ninja experience in a historical Samurai residence Listen to a lecture and learn a lot about Ninja having a long history but still being mysterious Receive hands-on training of drawing and sheathing a sword, blowgun and Ninja stars Relax yourself in a natural hot spring abundant with nature and peaceful atmosphere of a mountain village Spring quality expected to make your skin smooth and beautiful

○ 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.

Get active, explore mountain scenery, and relax in an onsen hot spring on this fantastic combo tour. Escape the crowds of Tokyo’s busy streets and get close to nature on this hike of Mount Takao. You won’t have to worry about getting lost, as a guide will lead the way on the mountain trails. Choose to either walk or run up the mountain depending on your fitness levels. Reward your energetic pursuits with a peaceful bath at an onsen hot spring and savor Japanese food at the foot of the mountain.

【OUTLINE】 Why not enjoy cycling in Hinode-machi, a nice destination for a day trip from the central Tokyo, abundant in nature? An experienced local guide will show you to his recommended spots by electric motor bicycle according to your request. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 Enjoy nature to the fullest in a day trip from the center of Tokyo Peaceful Hinode-machi where typical scene of Japanese mountain villages is condensed Non-touristic area with varied views of forests, pure streams and waterfalls Local guide who shows you to his recommended spots according to your request Comfortable cycling by electric motor bicycle

This private tour is perfect for anyone interested in astronomy. Visit two of Japan’s top astronomical sights in a day—Chofu Aerospace Center, and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. As it’s a private tour, benefit from having the undivided attention of your guide, and feel free to ask questions along the way.

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.

Experience an important part of Japanese culture during a tea ceremony in Kyoto, the perfect introduction for first-time visitors. On the premises of a samurai house, you'll learn about the historical origins of the ceremony and get to sample different types of tea. This 1-hour tour is ideal for travelers with limited time and can be slotted into your schedule at multiple times throughout the day.

【Outline】 A new style of paper making that fits the contemporary lifestyle---KAMISUKI. Kamisuki is a method of paper making which you lay kozo bark fibers side-by-side and wait for them to dry up and become a paper. Based on that traditional method, a method called “paper making with a towel” was invented. Copying down the pile fabric of a towel to the paper, a distinct designed washi (Japanese paper) can be made. In this plan, you will make a small-sized LED washi candle using the towel washi paper. 【Highlights】 You will experience a real Japanese paper making from raw materials, kozo, in the rich natural surroundings located in Nishitama A professional Japanese paper maker will coach you as an instructor A unique method of paper making with a towel You can make a stylish lamp shade with towel washi paper Washi candle created combining the lamp shade with a small LED lamp can be taken home on the very day.