Tour Japanese

Try Japanese deep culture with pottery classes at Tokyo in English.Uzumako Ceramic art school is located just around 6 minutes from Mita station (Mita line) in Minato-ku, Tokyo. Very close to Tokyo Tower.

Besides showing the landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate and Tokyo Skytree, Ryo will accompany you to many lovely temples and shrines around the area. Asakusa is a distinctive place to have both a Buddhist temple and a Shinto shrine next to each other. You will also be able to know more about the religious views among Japanese people. Finally, Ryo will take you to Nakamise Shopping Street, where he will explain the origin of Senso-ji Temple while showing various illustrations. Also, he will tell you how the temple has been loved and supported by a variety of people, from locals to the generals of different periods. The host, Ryo has 6 years of experience working in Asakusa as a rickshaw driver and is passionate about introducing Japanese culture and history through the exploration of Asakusa. He would also be happy to tell his insights with humor from the perspective of a local Japanese comedian. Let’s enjoy to take a deeper look into Asakusa, the most iconic historical site in Tokyo!

Joining this tour will give you an insight into Japanese history and sake. SAKE Master will tell you the secret of excellent SAKE. You will know the difference with your tongue. Let's have fresh SAKE! You can also enjoy a set of 17 kinds of drinks compared with the top image that is famous on SNS. Why not embark on a journey to find the best sake while walking the streets of Kyoto with a local guide? Enjoy a very scenic view. Let's go together. ・Discover Fushimi's rich sake culture with a local guide. ・Visit three diverse sake breweries for tastings. ・Explore the historic Fushimi sake district, one of Japan's top regions. ・Uncover centuries-old sake-making secrets. ・Gain insights into sake production at the Gekkeikan Brewery, established in 1637.

Enjoy the calligraphy experience of traditional Japanese culture. With 25 years of experience as a calligraphy instructor, I will provide you with easy-to-understand and detailed instruction. We will talk about Japanese letters, explain how to use calligraphy tools, and teach you the basics of how to use a brush. Then, students choose one of the 12 kanji that are popular overseas, practice it, and write it on a Japanese board. Sign your name, place it in a special art frame, and your original work of art is complete. You can take it home, so please display it at home. At the end, enjoy green tea and Japanese sweets, and take a commemorative photo. It will be a wonderful memory for you. The event will be held on the first floor of a hotel in Shinsaibashi, the center of Osaka. It's very convenient, just 1 minute walk from the subway station.

Become an expert calligrapher in this hands-on session near Tokyo Tower. Learn from a nationally-accredited instructor all about Japanese calligraphy, practice the elegant brushstrokes of the art, and create your own calligraphy wall piece to keep as a souvenir. ◆ Learn all about Japan's complex writing system ◆ Find out how to write Japanese characters ◆ Get to grips with writing with a traditional Japanese inkstone and brush ◆ Master the basics of Japanese calligraphy with a professional calligrapher and nationally accredited tour guide-interpreter ◆ Create a souvenir wall piece featuring your own calligraph

Come join our tour to learn about the history of the Japanese American community in Portland and how it has helped shape the unique culture of our city! This 1.2-mile walking tour through Waterfront Park and parts of NW Portland’s historic Japantown explores the history of the Japanese immigration to the region, the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, and present-day cultural ties between Portland and Japan.

Would you like to make authentic Japanese sweets? In just 3 hours, you can try making traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) and visit the famous Great Buddha of Kamakura. You can make seasonal Japanese sweets in various shapes, depending on the season. You can eat them on the spot or take them home as a souvenir. The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kotokuin Temple) is one of Japan’s most iconic statues. During your visit, you’ll learn fascinating stories about Japanese history and the culture of Kamakura. Join me for an exciting, easy-to-follow tour filled with local secrets. Make yo enjoy and share unforgettable moments.

Kyoto has been an important place to the world of confectionery as the refined practice of tea ceremony demands first-class sweets to accompany green tea. Meet an artisan who has been up to that task for over decades creating top notch Japanese sweets and give yourself a try to make those edible arts.

We offer a traditional Japanese indigo dyeing experience. Here, the dye is made from seeding and growing. We also guide those who want to go to the field. It is very rare for studio to do this consistently. You can have a special experience, not just dyeing. Let's make one and only original item in the world!

This is not a guidebook or travel information site, but rather introduces restaurants that are mainly visited by Japanese people! We also offer ramen, the favorite dish of tourists visiting Japan! We will also guide you through the history of the town and modern Japan during your trip, so you can learn more about Tokyo with English guide!

If you are looking to get a deeper insight into Japanese food (washoku), there is no better way to do it than cooking it. So here we are at a small cooking studio in which you can experience a Japanese home style cooking. This is a great chance for you and your travel mate to escape from the travelling crowd and make a delicious meal together.

Embark on a flavorful evening adventure through Osaka, Japan’s street food paradise! Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore top culinary spots and cultural highlights in just a few delicious hours. Start at Kuromon Market with freshly made takoyaki, then enjoy sweet three-color dango dumplings. For dinner, stop at a local eatery to try okonomiyaki and kushikatsu—Osaka’s famous savory pancake and crispy skewers. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a warm egg tart from a beloved bakery. As night falls, stroll through the neon-lit streets of Dotonbori, soaking in the energy of Osaka’s most iconic area. End the tour with a photo at Ebisu Bridge, under the glowing Glico sign. This walking tour blends food, culture, and city life into one unforgettable Osaka experience!

Lost on what to do to enjoy in Japan? Fear not! Let gotcha be your guide and support you! Kappabashi has many cooking tools, which are also used by Japanese chefs. There are so many varieties that you may get lost. There are also many cooking tools that you have never seen before, and you may not know how to use them. A knowledgeable guide will explain the cooking tools to you and help you find the perfect product for you! Have a wonderful experience with gotcha!!

When you land at an airport in Japan, you may be surprised to see letters you have never seen before. Japan's writing culture is very different from that of alphabet-using countries. Japanese is a rare language that uses a mixture of three different characters. And, newspapers and books are written vertically. Let's experience this unique Japanese writing culture. Writing characters with a brush and black ink on white paper is both an art and a meditative experience. All calligraphy tools are provided. You just come empty handed. Calm your mind, concentrate on writing and finish your own work. This experience will surely give you a taste of Japan.

Discover Japan's political heart at the National Diet Building, featuring stunning architecture and historic chambers. Get a close-up view of Japan's political scene! Discover Japan's political heart at the National Diet Building, renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history. Explore the grand chambers, learn about key political events, and get a close-up view of Japan's political scene! Next, visit Hie Shrine, a famous power spot for career success and matchmaking, located just a stone's throw from the National Diet Building. The shrine is renowned for its guardian monkey statues at the gate and main hall, with monkey motifs featured on votive tablets and charms. Don’t miss the "Thousand Torii Gates," reminiscent of the famed Fushimi Inari Shrine. End your tour with traditional matcha and delicious sweets from a long-established green tea shop, Dobashi-en. It's the perfect way to rejuvenate after a day of walking, enjoying the comforting flavors of Japan.

Confectionery artisans have long been responsible for developing folks’ sense of seasonal appreciation while expressing a hint of changing seasons in edible arts. This tour is hosted by a very welcoming artisan with almost 60 years of experience under his belt, who simply finds sweets making a sheer joy. Let’s join him to share the joy together.

A sushi chef who has completed years of training will specially teach you how to make traditional Japanese sushi. There are many delicious sushi restaurants in Japan, but I don't think there are many where you can make your own sushi. Please try this experience to commemorate your visit to Japan. The location is a popular Japanese izakaya, and it is difficult for tourists to enter, but it is open to the public on a special basis. Let's have some fun while making sushi and drinking sake or beer. This is a special drinking party in Japan.

Discover the art of Japanese calligraphy in a studio conveniently located between two popular tourist destinations: Akihabara and Ueno! Begin your experience with a short introductory video highlighting the history of Japanese calligraphy, followed by a guided tutorial covering the basics of brushwork and kanji writing. You'll first practice writing your name in Japanese—or select your favorite kanji character—on authentic washi paper. Then, for your final product, you'll be able to write your name or character directly onto a traditional paper kite or a paper fan, creating a personalized souvenir to bring home with you. Enhance your experience even further with an optional Matcha Whisking session by selecting the "Calligraphy & Matcha Whisking" plan when booking.

In this 2.5 hour food tour, embark on a memorable food adventure with a small group guided by an English-speaking tour guide and, most importantly, a local foodie. Guests will weave through the crowded streets of Shimbashi (or Ginza in some cases), and visit restaurants serving local delicacies that are not for the weak-stomached, such as blowfish (fugu), horse meat, and more, along with traditional foods such as sushi and yakitori.

In this board game tour, local Japanese students serve as guides, and participants can have fun experiencing Japanese culture through board games. Games such as the traditional "Shogi," "Ito," and "Labyrinth Japan" facilitate cultural understanding through communication. Interacting with student guides will also deepen participants' appreciation of Japanese culture. Join this tour to create enjoyable memories while playing games and interacting with locals.