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.

13 private tours in Japan

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8-Day Classic Japan Tour

of 1 review
  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
8 day sightseeing tour 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$ 1,546 View Tour
Next Departures
  • May 11
  • May 12
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Best of South Korea and Japan

  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
10 day sightseeing, attractions, culture and history trip to Seoul, Tokyo and 6 other destinations traveling through South Korea and Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bullet Train, Bus, Flight, Private Vehicle & Taxi
  • Age Range 1-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 1,582 View Tour
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Japan Family Vacation: 12 Days

  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
12 day city sightseeing trip 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$ 2,052 View Tour
Next Departures
  • May 11
  • May 12
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Best of Japan

  • Trip customizable
  • Best price guaranteed
9 day explorer tour through Tokyo, Kawaguchiko, Kyoto and 7 other destinations in Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Independent Tour
  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel & Guest House
  • Transport Boat, Bullet Train, Ferry, Private Vehicle, Coach & Bus
  • Age Range 8-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 3,989 View Tour
Next Departures
  • May 11 10+ seats left
  • May 18 10+ seats left
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Highlights of Japan with Shirakawa-go V

  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
9 day sightseeing, attractions, culture and history trip 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$ 2,006 View Tour
Next Departures
  • May 11
  • May 12
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Historical Japan with Hiroshima

  • Trip customizable
  • Best price guaranteed
9 day cultural, religious and historic sites tour through Osaka, Miyajima, Kyoto and 3 other destinations in Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Sightseeing Tours +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Ferry & Train
  • Age Range 1-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 1,732 View Tour
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Japan Highlight Tour

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  • Best price guaranteed
9 day cultural, religious and historic sites trip through Tokyo, Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go and 3 other destinations in Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Walking tours +2 more
  • Accommodation Guest House & Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus, Private Vehicle & Train
  • Age Range 1-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 1,600 View Tour
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Rickshaw tour in Higashiyama, Kyoto

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  • No booking fees
30 minute rickshaw, cycle or local transport tour 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$ 45 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Apr 28
  • Apr 29
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Rickshaw Tour in Tokyo

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  • No booking fees
30 minute rickshaw, cycle or local transport tour 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$ 45 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Apr 28
  • Apr 29
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Snow Monkey Explorer - 13 Days

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
13 day explorer tour through Tokyo, Kawaguchi, Kyoto and 10 other destinations in Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Bus, Ferry, Private Vehicle, Train & Bullet Train
  • Age Range 18-80 yrs
  • Operated in English
days13 From US$ 4,705 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 01 Only 5 seats left
  • Oct 02 10+ seats left
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Snow Monkey Explorer 4 star - 13 days

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  • No booking fees
13 day explorer trip through Tokyo, Harajuku, Kawaguchi and 7 other destinations in Japan. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Bus, Ferry, Private Vehicle, Train & Bullet Train
  • Age Range 18-80 yrs
  • Operated in English
days13 From US$ 5,545 View Tour
Next Departures
  • Oct 01 10+ seats left
  • Oct 02 10+ seats left
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Discover Gourmet Japan

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  • Best price guaranteed
7 day city sightseeing tour in Japan, visiting Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Food tours +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Train
  • Age Range 1-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 1,496 View Tour
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Zen Experience + Gotemba Local Hidden Gems & Culture Tour

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  • No booking fees
6 hour food trip through Gotemba and Mt Fuji. Read More
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Food tours
  • Accommodation No Accommodation
  • Age Range 1-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
hours06 From US$ 413 View Tour
Next Departures
  • May 06
  • May 07
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Chat with a local travel expert in Japan who can help design and build a custom-made and private trip to Japan.

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    Alan Williams
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    Jeff Aasgaard Travel Expert in Japan
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    Katrina Cao Travel Expert in South Korea & Japan
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Japan Private Tour Reviews

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Based on 1 customer review
Family trip
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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