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.

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).

Why not explore Japan in one of our comfortable campervans? Experience the best views of Mt Fuji by renting one of our campervans for a three-day trip beginning in Tokyo. Getaway from the crowds and the queues by embarking on a unique campervan adventure. We provide tour route maps with suggested rest stop locations to alleviate the stress of trip planning. However, by driving one of our vans, you will also have the freedom to shape your own experience. Our campervans are cozy homes on wheels which include hotel-grade bedding and comforts such as towels, as well as coffee and cooking equipment. Take Instagram-worthy shots thanks to the stylish design features of each van. Japan is the perfect location to have a road trip, as it has a network of roadside centers called "Michinoeki'' which allow you to rest in a van when it's time to sleep. There has never been a better way to see Japan. Please note that a driver’s license and an international driver’s permit is required.

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!

Why not explore Japan in one of our comfortable campervans? Experience Japan and some of its views by renting one of our campervans for a 7-day trip from Tokyo to Kyoto and back. Getaway from the crowds and the queues by embarking on a unique campervan adventure. We provide tour route maps with suggested rest stop locations to alleviate the stress of trip planning. However, by driving one of our vans, you will also have the freedom to shape your own experience. Our campervans are cozy homes on wheels which include hotel-grade bedding and comforts such as towels, as well as coffee and cooking equipment. Japan is the perfect location to have a road trip, as it has a network of roadside centers called "Michinoeki'' which allow you to rest in a van when it's time to sleep. There has never been a better way to see Japan. Please note that a driver’s license and an international driver’s permit is required.

Walk up a stream and discover a religious cave! Been to Mt.Takao before? You have not seen the real Mt.Takao until you have seen what is introduced on this tour. The trail on which your otomo tour guide will take you on this tour is the 6th trail which is intertwined with a stream. You will pass a cave which is said to have been created by a famous Japanese monk called Kobo Daishi and a waterfall where you can watch monks training, called the Biwa Waterfall. To get to the top, you must walk through a stream, over stepping stones, and also climb a steep set of wooden stairs. Once you get to the top, the views are spectacular. When the sky is clear, you can see all the way across to Tokyo Bay, where the stream that you just climbed ends up!

Immerse yourself in the serenity of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. The head priest of a verdant temple leads you step by step through the ritual of preparing ceremonial tea. Experience well-being, mindfulness and harmony, and enjoy matcha and sweets. Come away with a new perspective on Japanese culture.

Participate in a taiko drum experience at Tokyo’s Gionji Temple. Begin with a quick lesson and watch as a seasoned instructor plays this ancient instrument. Then, step into traditional taiko performance pants and begin to explore an art practiced by the Japanese for thousands of years. After splitting into groups, finish with a performance and take home pictures to remember the experience.

Join this beginner-friendly nature hiking tour in Okutama, a mountainous area located in the west side of Tokyo, and go on a half-day getaway to refresh yourself!! Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a dedicated guide who will give you detailed insights into Japanese history and culture. Not only will you hike up a beautiful mountain, you'll also be able to visit a traditional Japanese sake brewery which will be a treat for all you sake lovers, as well as a small wasabi shop offering a whole selection of wasabi-based products. After getting sweaty while hiking, you can relax your body and mind by soaking in the hot springs and eating delicious food. Unlike most Onsen facilities in Japan, guests with tattoos are welcomed there, so no need for concern even if you have one! *Transportation, food, hot spring costs are not included in the price. *Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dislikes. *You have to be naked at the hot springs.(male/female are separated)

In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable tramway. Even children and elderly people can reach the peak without undue exertion. This mountain also has many historical heritage, such as mountain temple , " Yakuo-in ". This temple was founded in 8th century, and accommodates many monks for Zen training (silent meditation in Buddhism). You can enjoy Zen food for lunch.(vegetarian food 2800yen) At the foot of Mt.Takao, you can see fancy traditional village and you can enjoy shopping for souvenir. If you have an interest in hot spring, I can take you to bath house (1000yen). The tour will end at at Takaosanguchi station.

A trick art museum featuring many wacky rooms. Place yourself within the room and the illusionary art will do the rest! Don't forget to bring a camera to take photos of yourselves placed within the trick art.

If you’re interested in spirituality and meditation, this is the experience for you. Swap the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for a waterfall meditation experience on Mt. Takao. You won’t have to worry about navigating in the wilderness as your instructor will meet you at Takaosanguchi Station and lead the way on a roughly 20-minute mountain trail. Once at Biwa waterfall, you’ll change into white clothes and learn about Buddhist purification rituals before standing under the waterfall.

This is the perfect tour for anime/ manga lovers. In this 4-hour tour, visit Nerima area where many of the animation studios in Japan are based. A professional animation artist will go over the fundamentals of animation, as well as teach guests how to draw some of their favorite anime characters. After learning about anime and manga from the anime artist and trying their hand at drawing, the guests will take a tour of an animation studio in the area; some of the most famous anime/manga that have been produced here include Dragonball, One Piece, Initial D and more.

Meeting at Okutama Station we will cycle to a lake along the old road. I will introduce you to the history of the area and its nature and culture, which is very different from Tokyo. Along the way, we will come across old shrines, mountain villages, and wildlife. At the lake, we will visit a small museum exhibiting historic artifacts.

Mt. Takao is located only about an hour away from the center of Tokyo. In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable tramway. Even children and elderly people can reach the peak without undue exertion. This mountain also has many historical heritage, such as mountain temple , " Yakuo-in ". At the foot of Mt.Takao, you can see fancy traditional village and you can enjoy shopping for souvenir.

Yomiuri Land Amusement Park Attractions Yomiuri Land One Day Pass (Admission + unlimited rides) Yomiuri Land is a theme park with a variety of facilities, including an amusement park where you can play with all 44 types of attractions, a “Gupjoba !!” where you can experience the joy of manufacturing, and a “pool WAI” available only in summer. By applying from this page, you can use the pre-sale electronic ticket for "One Day Pass (admission + unlimited rides)". With an electronic ticket, you can enter the park just by presenting your smartphone screen at the entrance ticket gate! It is very convenient without having to line up at the window! Please take advantage of this opportunity. (* You can enter both the amusement park area and the Gugjoba !! area.)

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.

Care for a little adventure in the center of the metropolis? Jindaiji Temple is located in Musashino City, an area rich in nature. Although it is not too far from central Tokyo, this area is still little known. On this tour you will visit a temple, known as a "power spot", where you can ward off bad luck and pray to the god of matchmaking. You will then enjoy some time in a vast botanical garden which has roughly 100,000 plants of 4,500 types. This tour offers more than just a wander around the neighbourhood. You will also experience Japanese culture through riding the local bus and practicing ceramic painting, all made possible through the assistance of your otomo tour guide! Try the delicious Jindaiji Soba noodles to top your day off.

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.

Discover Kokubunji's beautiful nature in the center of Tokyo. Kokubunji, located right in the heart of Tokyo is an area unexpectedly rich in nature. There is a beautiful Japanese garden, recognised as a national designated scenic area, with a bamboo forest, a spring water pond and a grassy lawn area. Throughout the year, there is always something to see in this garden. The pond has been chosen as one of the 57 Exquisite and Well Conserved spring water ponds in Tokyo and its water is perfectly drinkable. Locals come to collect water from this pond everyday. The great thing about Kokubunji is that it is easy to get to but is still little known to tourists. If you are feeling exhausted by busy areas during your stay in Tokyo, we recommend this tour!

○ 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.

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.

A large selection of rental bikes: Mountain bikes, cross-bikes, electrical assist bikes, road-bikes.

Immerse yourself in the culture of tea ceremony at a serene Tokyo temple. Enjoy the hands-on experience of learning wagashi making (traditional Japanese sweets) and preparing matcha (specialty green tea) with an expert guide. Participate in a tea ceremony led by a head priest. An experience for those who prefer to do as well as see.