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The 15 Best Tours and Outings in Japan

1,590 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.9 average  ·  from $41

Every Japan itinerary has one slot too few. These 15 tours and outings earn theirs, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes instead of an evening.

Mt. Fuji Instagram-Worthy Spots Day Tour: Ladder Town, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, Lawson Convenience Store (Departing from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station) - Tokyo departure and the long ride west
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Mt. Fuji Instagram-Worthy Spots Day Tour: Ladder Town, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, Lawson Convenience Store (Departing from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station)

1.Mt. Fuji Instagram-Worthy Spots Day Tour: Ladder Town, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, Lawson Convenience Store (Departing from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 35,467 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $49Our pick

From Tokyo, take a guided day trip to Mount Fuji’s best-known photo spots: Chureito Pagoda, Hikawa Clock Shop, Oshino Hakkai, Lawson, and Lake Kawaguchi. You’ll have short visits at each stop, an English- or Chinese-speaking guide, and round-trip transport. Choose a shared departure, small group, or private car.

“Kousei very helpful and very nice person .. when i return back to japan i will repeat .. thnk you so kuch”

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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train - Mt. Fuji 5th Station: close to the mountain, not the summit
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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26,383 reviews · from $163Top rated

Review the Mt Fuji and Hakone day tour from Tokyo, with Fuji views, ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, buffet lunch, and bullet train return.

“The tour and tour guide was great But disappointing as the photo used to advertise booking is not what we expected as it was completely different The photo showed a pirate looking ship with Mt Fuji in the background, what we got was a short ride on the ferry with no view of Mt Fuji We took our grandchildren on this trip and the most they were looking forward to was seeing Mt Fuji as a backdrop from the ship Needless to say my grandchildren, especially my granddaughter, were extremely upset I’ll finish up saying that our tour guide, Youi, was amazing Beautiful English and easy to understand Knowledge was…”

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Harry Potter Studio Tour Tokyo - Getting to Toshimaen and making your entry time
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Harry Potter Studio Tour Tokyo

3.Harry Potter Studio Tour Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17,194 reviews · 3-5 hours · from $41Best value

Walk through recreated Harry Potter film sets, see costumes and props, and try green-screen Quidditch at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo. Plan for at least three to four hours, with time to eat or shop if you want the full experience. Optional packages include afternoon tea or high tea.

“It was an amazing day geeking out with my cousin!! We picked our houses, got our robes and armed our wands 🪄”

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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour - Meiji Shrine: Tokyo’s quiet opening
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1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

4.1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

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

Review of Tokyo’s 9 to 10-hour bus tour, covering Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, Skytree, matcha, lunch, and a possible Tokyo Bay ferry.

“Lovely was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable about the history of Tokyo and the various places that we visited. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to visit sky tree and Meiji shrine. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for thRead more”

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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour - Sanjusangendo and its remarkable rows of statues
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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

5.PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

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

See Kyoto’s top temples, shrines, bamboo forest, and Golden Pavilion in one busy, well-organized day by air-conditioned coach.

“Great tour with our tour guide Mai that covered a lot of major tourist attractions and was very efficient. If you are limited on time, this is a great one-day tour of Kyoto that I would highly recommend! Also shoutout to our tour guide Mai who did an amazing job and made the tour very enjoyable.”

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【Mount Fuji Magnificent Scenery Exploration Day Tour】Arakurayama Sengen Park & Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai & INS Famous Lawson & Hikawa Clock Shop (Departing from Tokyo) - Lawson, Fujikawaguchiko Town Hall
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【Mount Fuji Magnificent Scenery Exploration Day Tour】Arakurayama Sengen Park & Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai & INS Famous Lawson & Hikawa Clock Shop (Departing from Tokyo)

6.【Mount Fuji Magnificent Scenery Exploration Day Tour】Arakurayama Sengen Park & Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai & INS Famous Lawson & Hikawa Clock Shop (Departing from Tokyo)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12,075 reviews · 10 hours · from $50

Spend a full day around Mount Fuji with an English- or Mandarin-speaking guide and round-trip transport from Tokyo. Stops include Oishi Park, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Yamanaka, Arakurayama Sengen Park, and the Fuji-framed Lawson shop. Guides such as Jun, Yuki, Sandy, and Eric have been praised for clear directions, helpful photo tips, and warm company.

“the trip is very worth it the guide was helpful!!”

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[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka) - Fushimi Inari: a walk beneath thousands of gates
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[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka)

7.[Kyoto & Nara Day Tour] Sagano Scenic Railway & Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & Togetsukyo Bridge & Bamboo Grove & Kimono Forest (Departing from Osaka)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,942 reviews · 9 hours · from $45

Travel from Osaka or Kyoto for a guided day among Nara’s deer, Fushimi Inari’s red gates, and Arashiyama’s bamboo paths and bridge. The day runs about nine hours, with an optional Sagano Scenic Railway ticket package. Guides vary; names include Cicy, Carter, Rex, and Sarah.

“We had an absolutely fantastic day tour, and it was entirely thanks to our incredible guide, Rex, and our wonderful driver! Rex was the perfect tour guide-exceptionally kind, patient, and attentive to everyone in the group. He kept us well-organized, provided clear and helpful updates throughout the day, and ensured we never felt rushed at any of the beautiful stops. He even went above and beyond with thoughtful gestures like taking great photos for us and giving us lovely postcards as a souvenir. His energy and warmth made the whole trip so memorable! Our driver also deserves a huge thank you. We felt completely safe and comfortable the entire day.…”

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Mount Fuji & Hakone - Lake Ashi Torii Gate, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka & Oshino Hakkai Day Trip: Sea, Land, and Air Panoramic Tour from Tokyo - Hakone Shrine and the torii at Lake Ashi
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Mount Fuji & Hakone – Lake Ashi Torii Gate, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka & Oshino Hakkai Day Trip: Sea, Land, and Air Panoramic Tour from Tokyo

8.Mount Fuji & Hakone – Lake Ashi Torii Gate, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka & Oshino Hakkai Day Trip: Sea, Land, and Air Panoramic Tour from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,989 reviews · 11 hours · from $49

Travel from Tokyo to Hakone and the Fuji area by shared vehicle, stopping at Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka, and Oshino Hakkai. You can add the pirate ship and ropeway at extra cost. Guides speak several languages, with English and Chinese options available.

“Thanks to tour guide Yuan Yang and driver Ban Nei, we had a wonderful time on this trip.”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries) - Omoide Yokocho: tiny alleys and a first taste
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

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

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

Explore Shinjuku through 13 Japanese dishes at four local eateries, with drinks, culture, and lively food districts in a small guided group.

“May was an awesome guide! She took us around to several food stops, as well as a few sights. We learned a lot from her, and she also provided great recommendations for the rest of our time in Tokyo. Communication was great and it was easy to meet up with the group. Would recommend!”

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Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour - Hiroshima Castle and the city’s earlier story
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Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

10.Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

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

Review of Hiroshima and Miyajima’s 8-hour bus tour, covering the Peace Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome, ferry, Itsukushima Shrine, and tour value.

“It's a long day but well worth it. We actually went to the Peace Museum at the end of the day versus 1st thing which I appreciated. The Peace Park and the Museum are extremely emotional. I liked that was how our day ended”

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Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train - Reaching Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station at 2,000 meters
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Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train

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

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

Review of a 10-hour Mt. Fuji and Hakone tour from Tokyo, with the 5th Station, ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, lunch, and bullet train return.

“Our guide Ayu was excellent she was well informed and presented in a very friendly and personable way. In addition to information about the tour she introduced us to a lot of info about Japanese language and dress. We were very fortunate to have a perfect sunny day so could see Mount Fuji very clearly. Highly recommend.”

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Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Tokyo Bay Shop - Rainbow Bridge and the open bay views
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Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour – Tokyo Bay Shop

Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience) - Mount Aso or Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine
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Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)

13.Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,957 reviews · 10 hours · from $44

Leave Hakata Station for a full day in Kyushu’s volcanic heart: Mount Aso or Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, open Kusasenri grassland and Takachiho Gorge. A Chinese and English-speaking guide manages the long road journey. The boat ride is optional by package and weather, and solo riders share a boat.

“The tour was great 👍😌 The scenery was truly beautiful.”

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Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka) - Route B: a frog-filled temple and a short mountain stop
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Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka)

14.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,474 reviews · 10 hours · from $44

Spend a long day from Fukuoka exploring Yufuin and Beppu with a bilingual guide. Choose Route A for the Yufuin no Mori train and Dazaifu, or Route B for Nyoirinji Temple, Mount Yufu, and two Beppu hot spring sites. Guides such as Eiichi, Li Jing, Daisy, and Carson are praised for clear explanations and practical food tips.

“The tour guide was enthusiastic and professional, and the weather was great too. I will definitely join a Klook tour again next time.”

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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour - Kiyomizu-dera and the classic Kyoto view
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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour

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

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

See Kyoto’s major temples, shrines, bamboo grove, and Golden Pavilion in one well-organized day by coach with an English-speaking guide.

“It was excellent. At Chan was a fabulous guide. She provided excellent information, was engaging and was present and aware of everyone. The places we went to were all very interesting and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour.”

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