Japan Private Tours and Trips 2024/2025

Vacation to your heart’s content on Japan private tours with people who matter, or embark on a solo escape in Japan. Everything from accommodation to transport will be arranged beforehand, and you will be in the hands of an experienced private tour guide. See the quirky street culture of Harajuku and tour the ancient Senso-ji temple in Tokyo; head to the ski resort of Shiga Kogen for some fun and adventure; and discover the city of Osaka, Japan’s street food capital and home to the iconic Osaka Castle. Private tours of Japan guarantee the most exclusive experience tailored to your interests.

5 private tours in Japan

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8-Day Classic Japan Tour

of 1 review
  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
8 day sightseeing trip in Japan, visiting Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Sightseeing Tours & Food tours +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bullet Train, Bus, Taxi & Train
  • Age Range 1-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 1,344 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Apr 13
  • Apr 14
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Japan Family Vacation: 12 Days

  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
12 day city sightseeing tour in Japan, visiting Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Boat, Bullet Train, Bus, Private Vehicle, Rickshaw & Train
  • Age Range 1-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days12 From US$ 1,784 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Apr 13
  • Apr 14
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Highlights of Japan with Shirakawa-go V

  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
9 day sightseeing, attractions, culture and history tour in Japan, visiting Osaka, Kyoto and Takayama. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus, Private Vehicle & Train
  • Age Range 1-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 1,744 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Apr 13
  • Apr 14
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Rickshaw tour in Higashiyama, Kyoto

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
30 minute rickshaw, cycle or local transport trip in Kyoto. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Rickshaw, cycle or local transport tours
  • Accommodation No Accommodation
  • Age Range 6-79 yrs
  • Operated in English, Japanese
minutes30 From US$ 46 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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Rickshaw Tour in Tokyo

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
30 minute rickshaw, cycle or local transport trip in Tokyo. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Rickshaw, cycle or local transport tours
  • Accommodation No Accommodation
  • Age Range 6-79 yrs
  • Operated in English, Japanese
minutes30 From US$ 46 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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4 - Very Good
  • Anonymous
“From Our first agent that worked out our itinerary to our two agents-Jennifer & Terry-who led us in the cities, it was wonderful! LOTS of walking, which was tough on us, but saw so many things!!!”

Japan Private Tours

The best way to explore Japan is by going around the country and participating in fantastic activities and mesmerizing tours. Here are some of the recommended tours:

  • Relax on the beaches of Southern Japan on a private tour: Dig your toes in the sand of Japanese beaches decked with lush green trees and enjoy exciting water-based activities. Does your holiday bucket list include snorkeling and diving in Okinawa beaches? Or are you interested in visiting Japan’s man-made island of Odaiba to enjoy its many bayfront attractions? We will book first-class accommodations and handle transportation requirements for an uncomplicated visit.
  • Explore Japanese culture on a private Kansai tourKansai is the hub of Japan’s cultural attractions. With a Japanese tour guide accompanying you on this private tour, your trip to Kansai becomes even more immersive. Savor the energetic and captivating Kansai nightlife or take a trip down the spiritual lane by paying a visit to the Todaiji or Ryoan-ji shrines. Our private guides will ensure that you are entertained and informed throughout the tour.
  • Follow the walking routes in Central Japan: Take a fully guided private hiking tour along the Kumano Kodo trail featured on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Travel through seven important cities in Japan acclaimed for their spectacular attractions, blooming gardens, and spiritually rich religious philosophies. Leave the lodging prep to your tour operator and join your private guide, who has all the information you need and all the trail shortcuts to make your hike informative and enjoyable.

Japan private tours based on popular travel themes

Got a specific focus in mind? Our private tours of Japan have got you covered.

Image of sightseeing in Senso-ji temple with blurry people.
Prepare to be bewitched by Japan’s attractions with people you want to share these meaningful experiences with.
Cooks making Japanese food in a food stall at night.
Discover and taste the flavors of Japan at classic food inns carefully selected for our Japan private tours.

Travel experience and benefits of private tours of Japan

  • If you are visiting Japan in August, you can get a chance to include the colorful Aomori Nebuta Matsuri festival in your customized private tours.
  • Get your guide's best recommendations for outdoor hot springs and relax with your loved ones.
  • Whether you are looking for a one-person trip, a couple’s honeymoon, family time, or a trip with friends, private tours in Japan can be personalized for your travel group.
  • Since the majority of Japan converse in Japanese, a private guide can help you bargain or communicate with the locals on your trip.

Tips for when doing private tours of Japan

  • A private guide can help you locate Kyoto’s hidden pubs or sample the best local specialties.
  • Tickets to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea are hard to come by. Private tour organizers can use their connections to book these tickets despite the surge.
  • A Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass allows you to take unlimited rides on the JR west lines for three days.
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