4 Days Private Japan Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Tokyo City tour
8 stops
1
Tsukiji Fish Market
Tsukiji Outer Market, known as Japan's 'Food Town, is a vibrant destination where you can explore various traditional Japanese foods. Its bustling streets are lined with a blend of wholesale and retail shops, alongside numerous eateries that serve everything from classic dishes to the latest culinary trends.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Senso-ji Temple
Sensoji Temple, an iconic symbol of Tokyo, is Japan's most visited temple, attracting over 20 million visitors annually. This ancient Buddhist temple, over 1,400 years old, offers a rich historical and cultural experience. As you approach the temple, you'll pass through the famous Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), a vibrant entrance adorned with a giant red lantern. Beyond the temple, Nakamise Street hosts a variety of traditional shops where you can find Japanese souvenirs and street foods, adding to the lively atmosphere of this revered site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
Imperial Palace
Since 1868, the Imperial Palace has served as the official residence of successive Emperors of Japan, symbolizing the nation's history and cultural heritage. The palace grounds include the Imperial Residence and the larger Imperial Palace Complex, surrounded by picturesque gardens and traditional moats. While much of the inner palace is not open to the public, visitors can explore the scenic East Gardens and enjoy seasonal blooms, making it a serene escape in the heart of Tokyo.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree, the world's tallest freestanding tower at 634 meters, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo from two enclosed observation decks located at 350 and 450 meters-the highest in Japan. The lower deck provides a 360-degree view of the city, where on clear days you can even catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji in the distance. The upper deck features a spiraling glass corridor, giving visitors the exhilarating experience of 'floating' above the city, making Tokyo Skytree a must-visit landmark for locals and tourists alike.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
5
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower, standing 333 meters tall, is a powerful symbol of Japan's post-war recovery and resilience, built in 1958 as a beacon of hope and progress. Representing Tokyo's rebirth after World War Il, the tower was the tallest freestanding structure in the world upon completion, even surpassing its inspiration, the Eiffel Tower. Painted in striking red and white, Tokyo Tower offers panoramic observation decks where visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the city skyline, making it a beloved landmark and a testament to Japan's modernization.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
6
Takeshita Street
Takeshita Street in Tokyo's Harajuku district is a vibrant center of youth fashion and culture, known for its unique boutiques, trendy shops, and playful kawaii (cute) items. Popular with locals and tourists, it offers everything from colorful clothing and quirky accessories to delicious street food, especially the famous crepes loaded with toppings. A lively mix of styles and shops, Takeshita Street captures the creative spirit of Harajuku, making it a must-visit for a fun, uniquely Japanese experience.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji-Jingu, located in the heart of Tokyo, is one of Japan's most famous shrines, surrounded by a tranquil forest of over 100,000 trees. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the shrine provides a serene escape from the city's busy streets, offering a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere. Visitors can explore the spacious grounds, which include a beautiful Inner Garden and traditional tori gates. The shrine is also a popular spot for traditional Japanese New Year celebrations, attracting millions of worshippers each year.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Shibuya Crossing
Shibuya Crossing is one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world, located in the heart of Tokyo's vibrant Shibuya district. It sees an estimated 2,500 people crossing at any given light change, with more than 1,000 pedestrians crossing during peak times. The crossing operates in a unique "scramble" pattern, where traffic lights stop all vehicles, allowing people to cross from all directions simultaneously. Surrounded by towering neon signs, large shopping centers, and bustling streets, it epitomizes the fast-paced energy of Tokyo. Popularized in movies and media, Shibuya Crossing has become a global symbol of Tokyo's modern urban life.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Mount Fuji
6 stops
9
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai is a touristy set of eight ponds in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, located between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako on the site of a former sixth lake that dried out several hundred years ago. The eight ponds are fed by snow melt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji that filters down the mountain through porous layers of lava for over 80 years, resulting in very clear spring water that is revered by the locals.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
10
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine is one of approximately 1,300 Asama shrines in Japan that enshrine the deity of volcanoes in general and Mount Fuji in particular. The shrine is part of the Mt. Fuji UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, designated in 2013
1 hour • Admission ticket free
11
Lake Kawaguchiko
Lake Kawaguchiko, part of the Fuji Five Lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture, is the most accessible, developed, and frequently visited spot for viewing Mount Fuji. It features iconic "upside-down Fuji" reflections, hot springs, museums, and, in 2026, scenic, lavender-covered parks. The area is ideal for year-round,, with spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliag
1 hour • Admission ticket free
12
Oishi Park
Located in the Oishi district on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, Oishi Park offers a stunning location where you can take in views of both the lake and Mount Fuji at once. Seasonal flowers bloom beautifully along the lakeside promenade throughout the year. On sunny days, the park is bustling from early morning with photographers capturing the iconic Mt. Fuji framed by the lake and flowers.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Chureito Pagoda
The Chureito Pagoda is a five storied pagoda on the mountainside overlooking Fujiyoshida City and Mount Fuji off in the distance. The pagoda is part of the Arakura Sengen Shrine and was built as a peace memorial in 1963 nearly 400 steps up the mountain from the shrine's main buildings.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
14
Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba
Saiko lyashi no Sato Nenba is a traditional Japanese village located on the western shores of Lake Saiko in Japan. This village was destroyed by a landslide during a typhoon in 1966 and was later reconstructed to preserve and exhibit the traditional thatched roof houses. The village offers a beautiful view of Mount Fuji and the surrounding nature, making it a popular tourist destination. Visitors can explore the traditional houses which have been converted into shops, restaurants, and museums showcasing local crafts, silk production, and other aspects of regional culture. It's a great place to experience the traditional lifestyle and culture of Japan.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Nikko Tour
5 stops
15
Shinkyo Bridge
The Shinkyo Bridge (Shinkyō, "sacred bridge") stands at the entrance to Nikko's shrines and temples, and technically belongs to Futarasan Shrine. The bridge is ranked as one of Japan's three finest bridges together with Iwakuni's Kintaikyo and Saruhashi in Yamanashi Prefecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
16
Nikko Tosho-gu
Toshogu Shrine in Nikko. Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, which controlled Japan for more than 250 years until 1868, or the Edo Period, is buried at this temple. This shrine complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you explore its magnificence, your guide can tell you fascinating tales about the architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
17
Kegon Falls
Kegon Falls is a waterfall in Nikko city that is 97 meters high. The fall receives its water supply from Chuzenji Lake. One of Japan's three tallest waterfalls, Kegon Falls, offers an elevator for guests to experience the forceful falls
1 hour • Admission ticket free
18
Lake Chuzenji
Situated within the Nikko National Park to the west of Nikko, Lake Chuzenji is the highest naturally occurring lake in Japan. It originated some 20,000 years ago when the Daiyo River was choked by the lava flow from the nearby Mt. Nantai's eruption. At 1,269 meters, the lake marks the top of the altitude scale.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
19
Former summer residence for Emperor Taisho built in 1899 with beautiful garden. Rare example where public is allowed access into former housing for royal family
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Kamakura and Enoshima island
5 stops
20
Hokoku-ji Temple Bamboo Grove
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Houkokuji Temple, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Kamakura. This ancient Zen temple is renowned for its stunning bamboo forest, a tranquil oasis that offers a peaceful escape from the outside world. Buddhist monks have long engaged in the traditional ritual of drinking matcha prior to practicing Zazen in order to enhance concentration. Before our late morning session of Zazen, we will first enjoy a bowl of matcha surrounded by an imposing bamboo forest.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
21
Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
It is a gigantic bronze statue of Amida Buddha (13.5m, 44 ft.) in an open air. It is the only national treasure in Kamakura. You can enter inside the body for only 20 yen. (admission fee 200 yen per pers.)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
22
Hasedera Temple
It's known as a temple of flowers. You can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas around late May to late June, and maple leaves in autumn. It's also famous for 9.18 meter-tall gilded wooden eleven-headed statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. (admission fee 400 yen per pers.) (30 to 60mn)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
23
Shirahata Shrine, Kamakura Hachimangu Shrine
This Shinto shrine is dedicated to the god of war and the god of the samurai in general. It is a popular site for weddings and is particularly
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
24
Enoshima
There are various attractions such as a shrine, aquarium, botanical garden, observation tower and caves. Mount Fuji can be viewed from various places if the weather permits. (30 to 150 mn)
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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