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Listen and play shamisen music in an old house in Kagurazaka, Tokyo

Listen to traditional Japanese music in a secret space and hear stories about the culture. Meet Mami Share kimono and shamisen stories after the introduction. Dress in a kimono Put on a simple and elegant kimono. Hear a geisha song Listen to traditional geisha music. Play shamisen Practice simple shamisen phrases. Take a goodbye photo Capture your unique kimono style in a farewell photo.

5 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews

Tea Ceremony Experience in a private tea room in Shibuya

Here, you'll learn about the art of the tea ceremony and explore organic matcha in detail, without the strict rules and dress codes of the formal ceremony. • We’ll begin by talking about Japan’s traditional tea ceremony, as well as the history of produce matcha, which is now celebrated globally for its health benefits.. • I’ll walk you through how matcha is made and the differences between rare premium organic matcha which is only 2% produced in Japan and the other lower quality matcha. • After learn about the tea ceremony and matcha, I will prepare matcha in the formal tea ceremony style and serve it to the guests. • Finally, I’ll guide you through the process of making your own matcha, ensuring you understand the techniques you’ll use. ・At the end of the activity, you'll have some free time to ask questions about the tea ceremony and matcha. Additionally, if you wish, you'll have the opportunity to purchase high-quality organic matcha and original tea tools as souvenirs.

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Soba Cooking Classes

It is eaten after the soba noodles are made. Welcome Enter the secret restaurant and meet Yuki. Learn about soba Get introduced to hatsuga and juwari soba Make soba noodles Knead, roll, and cut your hand-made dough. Taste and compare Sample your handmade soba and Yuki’s hatsuga soba. Farewell Take photos, ask questions, and receive a warm sendoff.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Showa retro tour in Jimbocho

Let’s go on a walking journey through Tokyo’s unique streets and alleyways where Showa retro—a time period that shaped much of Japan’s modern identity—comes alive. I’ll show you some of my favorite coffee shops, vintage record stores, and drinking spots. • After meeting at Jimbocho station, we’ll walk to a kissaten, an old-style Japanese coffeehouse, and the beating heart of Showa retro Japan. This enduring blend of Western coffee culture and 1960s and ’70s sensibilities provides the perfect backdrop to chat about this vibrant period in Japan’s history. • Next, I’ll lead you to some of my favorite shops in Jimbocho for vintage goods, vinyl records, stationery, and retro magazines, where you can shop until Japan’s groovy past belongs to you. • Eat at a yoshoku restaurant, a western-influenced style of fusion cooking, where you’ll taste some of the most authentic dishes and wash them down with a tasty beverage. Get a unique glimpse into the Showa era, learn how to spot retro signs and buildings, and take home a few pieces you can’t find anywhere else.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Master manga basics with a professional artist

Spend a few hours with a manga master to see how manga artists create Japanese graphic novels. You’ll learn basic manga drawing techniques and how to create characters. No experience required! • I’ll start by sharing a little about the history of manga. I’ll provide you with professional tools for drawing, like G Pens, ink, and manga paper. • Next, I’ll demonstrate how to draw characters, create their facial expressions, and lay out the comic panels of a manga story. • Now it’s your turn! Create a comic that tells a short story, and we’ll share what we’ve created with one another. You’ll leave with enhanced drawing skills, a deeper appreciation for the craft of drawing manga, and a personalized caricature that I’ve drawn for you!

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Learn to play the Japanese shamisen

See performance of this traditional instrument, learn scales, and create a music video. Meet Takuya Enjoy listening to live shamisen while sipping matcha. Learn to play Start playing the shamisen with simple scales. Dress up Wear traditional Japanese attire for your performance. Play and record Select a tune, learn it and record a video keepsake. Wrap up Take a group photo, ask final questions and say goodbye.

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Explore Tokyo’s traditional bathhouses with a sento expert

Immerse yourself in a public bath and experience the art of Japanese relaxation while learning about the history, etiquette, and community significance of sentos. • I’ll guide you through the different types of sentos, what to expect during your visit, and the proper etiquette for enjoying the experience. We’ll also discuss how sentos play a vital role in the daily lives of people in Japan. • We’ll visit one of two Tokyo sentos: Nakanotenjinyu in Nakano, a historic bathhouse offering an authentic sento experience, or Myoho-yu in Shinanomachi, a sleek, modern bathhouse with state-of-the-art, spa-like facilities. • Please note that you’ll be entering the bathing area (separate for men and women) without clothing. Relax like a Tokyo local as you soak in the soothing waters of a traditional sento and gain a deeper appreciation for their cultural and historical significance.

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Step into samurai armor and swing a real sword

Step into the shoes of a warrior from Japan’s legendary past and join me, an actor trained in the craft of Japanese stage combat, for a rare and authentic samurai experience celebrating the elite warriors who followed a strict code of honor and discipline. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a film buff, or just looking for an exciting adventure, I promise an engaging and authentic samurai journey. • Meet at the temple, where you’ll change into a kimono and hakama and watch a master samurai perform a tameshigiri (test cutting). • Practice sword-handling techniques, swinging, and cutting using a replica sword. • Put on authentic samurai armor and use a real sword to cut rolled straw mats. Our staff will capture the experience in video and photographs using your smartphone or camera. You’ll leave having participated in a rare hands-on experience featuring real samurai blades, which you won’t find anywhere else in Japan.

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews

Capture Tokyo Moments – A Photowalk with a Local Artist

Let’s turn your Tokyo trip into timeless memories. I’m Marvin, a local artist and photographer living in Japan since 2014. Through my lens, I help travelers like you freeze moments that truly matter—whether it’s joy, romance, wonder, or just the feeling of being alive in a city like no other. We’ll stroll through Tokyo’s most iconic (or hidden) streets—from Shibuya’s neon to Asakusa’s charm—while I guide you through a relaxed, fun, and natural photoshoot. You’ll receive around 60 fully edited, high-quality images, delivered within 5–12 days via Google Drive. Why guests love this experience: • Thoughtfully planned routes to make the most of your time • Smooth transitions between spots—no wasted time • Local insight and great conversation (I also speak Tagalog & English) • Fully customizable sessions for birthdays, couples, solo travelers, or friends Let’s create more than just photos. Let’s create a story—your story in Tokyo.

5 out of 5 average rating, 561 reviews

Walking tours and photo sessions in Tokyo by Paulo

We will meet and start at the busiest train station in the world, Shinjuku station east exit. Then we will walk to the atmospheric alleyways of Omoideyokocho, where we can see a plethora of small Japanese izakayas that mostly offers yakitori or chicken skewers. Then next we will walk to the Kabukicho area, This entertainment district is filled with bright lights, bars, restaurants, and pachinko parlors as well as touts and hustlers. This place is also where you can find the famous Godzilla road and then from there, we will go to the Golden Gai, which is a collection of mismatched tumbledown bars lining alleyways. After this, (IF TIME PERMITS) We can also move to Shibuya, via the JR Yamanote line train and show you the young and vibrant visual of Tokyo. In daytime, we can detour to one of Tokyo’s most popular parks, the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. The park's spacious lawns, meandering walking paths, and tranquil scenery provide a relaxing escape from the busy urban center around it. (Park’s entrance fee not included) The tour is going to be approx. 2 hours. All of these while I take some candid and posed photos of you. If you want to do it in a different location, please let me know. Feel free to ask about available days and book any day which suits you best. For proposals please book it privately unless it’s okay for you to be with other people.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1098 reviews

Unlimited Local Night《ALL-Y-Can-DRINK》Findding Shinjuku gems

We'll hop to hidden gems of Izakaya in Shinjuku and ALL drinks & many foods are included! Let's enjoy Japanese LOCAL NIGHT OUT in deepest places w/ us XD -About us- We're aged under 30 years old who all love Japan, have a strongest passion for guest enjoy REAL Japan & meeting new friend! To know who we’re, just pls check out our reviews from our beautiful friends first!XD If U could feel LOCAL Japan w/ us, it’s our greatest pleasure. -Our policy- There're uncountable Izakaya in Shinjuku but mostly for tourist places. Find great Izakaya is herd for even Japanese now already so how tourist can jump in the REAL Shinjuku night? We really wanna show U what's REAL Japanese Izakaya culture & who we're local Japanese! Our places are absolutely different level because best Izakaya have to be combines beautiful atmosphere, history & great taste for us. We’re sure about we can change Ur mind about what’s Japan! Eg Whale & Horse & Chicken Sashimi, Sake w/ puffer fish fin w/ fire, Fresh Wasabi Sushi, sparkling Sake, Snake Sake.and more! We'll visit 2 local tavern that even Japanese never find! If U still have energy after tour is over.. Let's have fun together as a friend!lol More explore Izakaya, Karaoke, Bar, whatever U want! All of us & Welcoming locals are really looking forward to seeing U guys and have a great time together XD Cheers & see U soon our friends!

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 2956 reviews

Izakaya Food Tour in Shinjuku

We will explore the greater part of Shinjuku, the busiest area in Tokyo to show you popular spots as well as hidden gems. We'll have a couple of bites during the city walk. We'll then head to two izakaya restaurants that are popular among the locals. Places we visit range from modern to traditional, and if you are looking to try just ramen and sushi, this might not be the right one for you. Throughout the evening, we’ll taste different Japanese foods and drinks, learn about our pub food culture and history, and spend time with other foodies. Also, we offer an optional sake tasting session where we will try 5+ different craft & seasonal sake at our own sake bar in Shinjuku before the tour at 3:30pm (optional & price not included). *We may have extra spots available even if you don't see availability. Please send a message to ask! Other things to note We will walk a lot! Wear comfortable shoes and come hungry. Let me know if you have food restrictions beforehand. Also, the maximum number of guests is 10, including people from other platforms.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 933 reviews

Tokyo Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl

Please find out this tour on IG #travel.japan_together Join us for a bar hopping tour in the unique and vibrant Shinjuku area! Our team will ensure you have the best night possible! We'll visit Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, taking you to hidden izakayas and bars that only locals know about! The tour starts in the red lantern-adorned local izakaya area of Omoide Yokocho or the bustling district of Kabukicho. Next, we'll head to Kabukicho, Japan's largest neon-lit entertainment district, where interesting shops and unique characters will leave a lasting impression. Afterward, we'll visit the Golden Gai area. As we have connections to bars that don't accept general customers, our tour will grant you access to these hidden gems. Let's enjoy various alcoholic beverages together here. We generally go to the places mentioned above, but there may be times when we can't go to bars or izakayas due to circumstances. If you're worried about where we're going, feel free to ask in advance, and we'll provide the locations for the day. ＜What's included＞ ○ 3 hours with a local guide ○ Admission fee is free ✖️ Alcoholic Beverages ✖️ Dinner ＜My profile＞ With a passion for travel and a deep love for discovering hidden gems, I'm excited to be your guide on an unforgettable bar-hopping adventure in Shinjuku, Tokyo! Having explored over 40 countries and every prefecture in Japan!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Photoshoot experience with personal Tokyo Photographer

●Schedule Availability If your preferred time slot is unavailable, feel free to message me, and I’ll check the schedule for you. ●Pricing The total price will be displayed when you select the number of guests for the session. ●Casual Photoshoot I focus on candid, fun, and photojournalistic-style photography. If you're looking for a more fancy or glamorous style, this may not be the right fit. ●Private & Customizable The session is private, with no other guests or groups. While it takes place in Shinjuku, you can choose a different location if preferred. ●Personalized Photoshoots I offer customized sessions for proposals, pre-wedding shoots, family shoots, and more. Feel free to reach out with any questions! ●What we'll do We'll begin with a traditional yakitori alley called Memory Lane, then explore the vibrant Kabukicho district before stopping by a historic shrine. To end, we'll visit a cozy alley filled with small, atmospheric bars, offering a glimpse into Shinjuku’s hidden gems and unique charm. ●How many photos? - You will get all the original jpeg photos appx. 400 photos (including B cuts, too) - You can select 20 pics for retouching (It's exposure, color, mood, and composition modification not for face & body.) - All the file format is high resolution JPEG files. (not camera raw files like cr2, nef, arw) ●RECENT WORKS IG @uvegotmoment

5 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews

Private night photoshoot by tokyoluv

Are you seeking extraordinary photographs to commemorate your trip to Tokyo? Join me on a delightful one-hour stroll through the vibrant streets of Shinjuku. Together, we'll explore my personal favorite photography spots, where I'll skillfully capture stunning portraits for you. You'll receive a collection of professionally edited photos, with a cyberpunk aesthetic, ranging from 15 to 20 images, each uniquely crafted in my own distinctive style. If you have specific preferences for shooting locations, whether it's in other neighborhoods or at TeamLab, feel free to send me a direct message. I'm more than happy to curate a customized experience just for you. To offer you a glimpse of my artistic vision, you can find my work on social media under the handle TOKYOLUV. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your Tokyo journey into timeless memories. Let's capture the essence of your adventure together!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1843 reviews

Sushi-making Experience

There are various kinds of sushi, but we will make 5 kinds thi time (Nigiri sushi, Tamagyaki-sushi, winding winding, manual winding, fine winding). Generally there are two kinds of hand grips (kotegaeshi/tategaeshi). I will make sushi by this method. Becuase my shop is a shop that last 100 years, I have inherited the technology you will experienced it. Let's grab it in a sushi craftmanship. And let's make goals that sushi can be made even if yo return home! Let me eat lunch together because I also hold a sushi for you. And if there is something you want to know abot sushi, I will gladly answer. Other things to note There's nothing special to prepare. Please come with casual clothes.

4.63 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Tokyo: Shinjuku Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets

Shinjuku Station holds the Guinness World Record as the busiest station in the world. Take photos at famous spots and explore Tokyo's only slum backstreets with your local guide! Let's explore the history of Tokyo's vibrant Kabukicho district! Discover its cultural evolution from a former red-light district to a bustling nightlife hub. Our expert guides, who know the area inside and out, will take you to hidden spots that tourists can't find on their own. Explore historic shrines, secret back alleys, and unique restaurants to experience the authentic and distinctive identity of Japan. Rain or Shine (Please bring your umbrella or raincoat when it rains) Please wear comfortable shoes for walking!

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews

ENJOY-ALL-SHINJUKU《Red Light District Walking》w/DEEPest info

We'll explore Shinjuku city & Kabukicho (Red right district) in Tokyo! U'll have all of Japanese REAL side of Tokyo, culture & tradition with deepest information in only local side! *We have another Experiences in Shinjuku, Guided 5,000+ guest since 2018, 1300+ review total (Avg 4.97) so far! There're uncountable sight spot in Shinjuku. But mostly for only touristy places sadly. Shinjuku is became too much tourist spot already as U know. We really wanna U enjoy our interesting, unique, crazy & cool city! So our places & information are absolutely DEEP & REAL. A best way to tourist enjoy to area, need to introduce both famous places and places that avoid tourist spots in our opinion. We're sure about we can change Ur mind about what’s the Tokyo. Don’t experience just surface of Japan. Pls enjoy the Real. We'll take pictures in every cool places where is only locals know wale this tour if U like :) And also whenever & whatever U must ask us and make clear every Ur question about Japan. Eg. About our culture, our history, good place for ranch, best place for drink, coolest place for dinner only locals know, all of recommendation in Tokyo from local! *This tour is for everyone who visit Shinjuku for shopping, lunch, dinner, staying around here. If we can work for Ur trip will be beautiful, it's absolutely our pleasure! U must can be professional of Tokyo in only 1h and half!XD

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