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Experience the rare opportunity to step inside a traditional Kyoto machiya, a wooden Japanese townhouse, and immerse yourself in the uniquely Japanese culture of the tea ceremony. In a small group of no more than six people, learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony, as well as the required etiquette. Watch a demonstration of the way of tea, then make your own. Your instructor guides you in how to drink it and also serve you a traditional Japanese cake.

This Marvelous Matcha Kyoto Green Tea Tour is the perfect way to discover the different varieties of Matcha, see how its made, and best of all—taste it. Visit the world-renowned district of Uji, which is known for producing outstanding quality green tea. The tour helps you discover hidden local tea shops that would be hard to find alone, and you have a guide to help translate. See how tea is prepared, and enjoy tasting it. When you’ve worked up an appetite, a delicious set lunch is provided.

Learn more about Japanese culture through its cuisine on a small-group tour of the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market. Your guide will lead you through the busy market so you don’t get lost, and will tell you things you wouldn’t learn if traveling independently. Sample a range of tasty seafood, including sushi, oysters, and other things that appeal to you. This convenient short tour can easily fit into busy schedules.

This practical tea workshop helps you become knowledgeable about the use of Japanese tea and incorporate it into your daily life. After this new tea experience, you will be able to fully appreciate tea back home, whether it's a personal tea ritual, or having a fancy night out with tea cocktails. ・Brew tea like a master. Using tried and tested traditional techniques, with a Japanese iron kettle and locally sourced organic whole Japanese tea leaves. ・ Learn to make delicious tea drinks with fruit and syrup! ・ Get fancy with tea cocktails! The workshop is mostly hands-on from brewing tea to making drinks. The techniques are derived from storied Japanese practices of brewing tea. The more modern practice of mixing tea with natural ingredients like fruit and alcohol infusions has all been tried and tested at our tea shop, gaining quite a large following. We hope the knowledge and experience from our workshop will amplify your appreciation for the Land of the Rising Sun.

Join a full-day guided tour from Tokyo that travels to Mt Fuji, then continues to nearby Lake Ashi and the Mt Komagatake Ropeway. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you to the revered Mt Fuji's 5th Station. Take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi and climb by aerial tram to the top of Mt Komagatake for views of Mt Fuji. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening after taking in some of Japan’s iconic highlights.

Get an inside look into Japan’s ancient, traditional national sport: sumo wrestling. Travelers can find it hard to gain access to the wrestlers’ stables without local help. On this morning training tour you’ll see the athletes practicing, close up. Enjoy this exclusive insight into Japanese culture and history through this fascinating sport.

Immerse yourself in the captivating culture of Kyoto on a full-day sightseeing tour. See the tranquil Kiyomizu Temple amid its verdant surroundings; absorb the Imperial majesty of Kyoto Imperial Palace; and stroll amid the botanical beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple. Behold the beguiling beauty of the Fushimiinari Taisha Shrine and enrich your knowledge of Kyoto’s rich historical heritage with commentary from an informative guide. Moderate levels of fitness are advisable for this tour, on which a lot of walking occurs.

Take a deep dive into the world of Japanese seafood during this tour of the outer Tsukiji Fish Market. Rub shoulders with Michelin-starred chefs as they shop for ingredients at this sprawling, 80-year-old market for all things aquatic. Investigate the various stalls selling fish, shellfish, and everything in between, and sample Japanese favorites sake. A local guide and all food on the tour are included.

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms, and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Raise a glass as you experience Tokyo’s legendary nightlife and make some new friends during this city pub crawl. Get off the typical tourist ‘trail’ as you down a few drinks at three local bars and clubs, choosing between Friday and Saturday night trip options. All venue cover charges, one ‘welcome shot’ per bar, special drink discounts, and unlimited ‘bottle shots’ in between bars are included.

This guided tour helps you discover lots of Kyoto’s dispersed temples, shrines, and cultural attractions in one day. Save time researching and planning your trip, by having the itinerary organized for you. Travel in an air-conditioned coach for a hassle-free day. Highlights include Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Sagano Bamboo Forest, and Kinkaku-ji Temple.

Discover Tokyo at your own pace on this 4- or 8-hour private, custom tour with guide. Design a tour that’s perfect for your interests. There’s a world of options, including the outer fish market at Tsukiji, the city’s temples and shrines, shopping excursions and food or sake tours. Your private custom tour includes a guide, entrance fees at select attractions, snacks, round-trip transport from your hotel with meet-and-greet and a car (for the private transfer option), or public transport (for the public transfer) and optional lunch (for the full-day tour).

First-time visitors to Tokyo who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private tour. Experience both modern and ancient Tokyo at attractions like the Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, and more. Foodies will be kept satisfied with lunch at the Tsukiji Fish Market, and shopaholics will love Asakusa

The tour is by Sayumi, the Official Kanagawa Tour Guide. Starting from Motomachi-Chukagai station, we will go up to Harbor View Park (by escalator) for the best photoshoot of the port for your Yokohama memory. Visit Yamate Bluff, where the foreign residents stayed after the opening of the port 150 years ago, which keeps its historical view, architectural style, and friendly atmosphere until today. Studio Ghibli's movie "From Up on Poppy Hill" is located here, too, so we will be able to visit some familiar spots from the movie. After having a relaxing teatime at the popular authentic Japanese tea salon, we will explore Motomachi, the original high street built back around the time of the opening of the port, full of unique and fashionable shops best for gifts and souvenirs. The final destination is Sankeien, 20 minutes from Motomachi by bus. You can enjoy the beauty of the traditional Japanese architecture and garden collection that provides every 'chic' from all over Japan.

Learn about the history and culture of Japanese spirituality and discover the nuances of Japanese tea traditions on this private guided tour in Kyoto. Visit a 12th-century teahouse to begin your journey before stopping to enjoy a tea drinking experience. Continue on to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites: the Ujigami Shrine and the Byodoin Temple, along with other spots including Uji Park, Koshoji Temple, and Byodoin Omotesando, a historic street lined with tea shops.

Embark on a spiritual journey through the hidden gems of Kyoto's countrysides and taste the best green tea in the green tea fields on a private tour like no other! Starting with a gorgeous ancient temple drawn on Japanese 10-yen coins, Byodo-in Phoenix Hall, you will take a step back in time and visit the beautiful countryside of Japan, where you'll be surrounded by rich nature and cultural heritage without distractions! Admire the breathtaking views of the green tea plantations of Kyoto as you leisurely drive and walk through the countryside. Try the most authentic Maccha (powdered green tea), or unique fruit matcha lattes at a cute cafe run by local farmers around there. You'll be guided by a local guide with deep knowledge of Buddhism and the cultures of Japan in an air-conditioned vehicle. Dive into the green tea fields to the sky!

You will be experiencing 12 different types of Japanese tea. Along with the tasting, you will learn how they are made and its history. Please enjoy the depth of Japanese tea. ・You will explore both daily tea and high end premium tea. ・You will taste premium tea that are truly unique and special even for the locals as well. ・Exploring different teas at the same time will highlight the differences, which will deepen the understanding of Japanese green tea. ・At the end of this activity, you will understand the big picture of Japanese tea and be able to understand what kind of tea you like. ・Each tea will come with explanation about how it is made and its historical background. *This will not be a tea ceremony. This experience will be more focused in taste, how it is produced, and about its history.

Kyoto is known for its abundance of temples, but choosing which ones to visit can be a challenge. With this tour, visit one of Kyoto’s most well-known temples—Kiyomizu-dera. Exploring the temple grounds with a guide allows you to ask plenty of questions about its history, and learn fun facts along the way. The trip also includes a visit to Otowa waterfall, a traditional tea ceremony, and delicious snacks.

Discover Kyoto's impressive ramen scene on our Insider Kyoto Ramen Tour! Explore both classic and modern ramen and get a better understanding about the wonderful world of ramen with our expert guide. You'll visit two ramen shops for two wildly different bowls of ramen. One bowl will represent classic Kyoto ramen and the other, more modern ramen. Each bowl is smaller than normal (about 1/2 the size of a full bowl). At the beginning of the tour, you'll sit down with the guide to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Alongside this, you'll discuss Kyoto ramen origins and the ramen route on the tour - the shops you'll be visiting!

Absorb the elegant simplicity and rich traditions of a Japanese tea ceremony (including wearing an optional kimono) during this private 4-hour experience hosted in a beautiful garden. Take a break from the fast pace of modern Japan as you don the traditional kimono garment and take a stroll among the peaceful grounds of this beautiful green space, sitting down to observe the intricate preparation of this ritual Japanese beverage. All entrance fees and a translator are included.

Fans of matcha will appreciate this hands-on workshop on Japanese tea, which combines instructive lessons in traditional matcha preparation with a bonafide tea ceremony experience. Listen to enriching background on the little-known history behind the sacred ritual, once favored by monks and samurais. Learn how to brew top-quality matcha from an organic farm, and enjoy your tea with cakes from a famous Kyoto confectionary—all in a traditional townhouse.

At the castle, you can experience a journey reminiscent of time travel by wearing traditional Japanese attire! You can also experience Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Make wonderful memories with your family or friend!

Get a crash course in Japanese cuisine during this culinary walking tour of Tokyo. Included tastings and beverages help you learn about the different regional foods of Japan, how they are made, and why Japanese food is popular all over the world.