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The 12 Best Day Trips from Japan

12 day trips  ·  from $49 a head

The good day trips from japan fill up first in high season. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Customizable Private Day Tour - Lake Kawaguchiko gives you the classic Fuji view
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From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Customizable Private Day Tour

1.From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Customizable Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,070 reviews Our pick

Spend 10 hours exploring Mount Fuji with a private English, Hindi, Urdu, or Arabic-speaking driver. Choose from Lake Kawaguchiko, Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai, shrines, parks, ropeway rides, and more. Guides such as Zyan, Lucky, Junaid, Vicky, and Busal are praised for flexible planning, photo help, and smooth driving.

“We had such an amazing time on our tour! We can’t believe how lucky we were and wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Do yourself a huge favor and ask them for “Zyan Malik”. He was able to get us amazing views of Mount Fuji. Using his knowledge he advised us on the best order of the stops we wanted to do. This proved tremendously helpful as we were able to beat the crowds at every single stop!!!! All of our photos were amazing and we didn’t have to fight the huge tour buses. The car was awesome and we arrived back to Tokyo refreshed vs having a stiff back from…”

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Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour (Private Option Available) - Todaiji and the Great Buddha
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Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour (Private Option Available)

2.Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour (Private Option Available)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 937 reviews · from $105Top rated

Spend about five hours walking through Nara with a local guide such as Shin, Yuki, Miyabi, or Eri. See Kofuku-ji, Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, and Naramachi, with temple admissions and a Japanese lunch included. Expect plenty of deer, cultural explanations, short breaks, and a small group of no more than eight people.

“This was an outstanding tour! Our guide, Miyabi, was exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate about Nara’s history and culture. She was friendly, courteous, and made sure everyone felt welcome and comfortable throughout the day. ThRead more”

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip - Kamakura and the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in
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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

3.Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 867 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $49Best value

Spend 10 to 11 hours beyond Tokyo with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Depending on your booking, visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha, cruise Lake Ashi, see Oshino Hakkai’s spring ponds, stop at Oishi Park, and seek clear views of Mount Fuji. Guides such as Jorge, Naomi, Eric, Fran, and Beru are among the team members assigned to different departures.

“George was an excellent engaging guide who was very knowledgeable and ensured everyone got the most out of the tour.. Our driver Sakamoto San was a great safe driver and was very friendly”

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Mt Fuji Private Day Trip from Tokyo with English speaking driver - Start with a realistic route from Tokyo
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Mt Fuji Private Day Trip from Tokyo with English speaking driver

4.Mt Fuji Private Day Trip from Tokyo with English speaking driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 846 reviews

Travel from your Tokyo hotel to the Mt Fuji area in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver. Choose from Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchiko, Oshino Hakkai, shrines, ropeway, lakes, and more. Drivers such as Wendell, Asi, Uta, and Koda have helped shape flexible days, but the assigned driver varies.

“Great communication, punctual, professional. Thank you Lookman for a wonderful day. I highly recommend this activity.”

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Tokyo Private Day Trip - Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Tokyo! - Meiji Shrine brings quiet to the city
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Tokyo Private Day Trip – Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Tokyo!

5.Tokyo Private Day Trip – Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Tokyo!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 793 reviews · from $99

Spend about seven hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Tokyo by train, subway, and on foot. The standard route links Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street, Tsukiji Market, Tokyo Tower, and Senso-ji. Guides such as Ken, Usha, Tatsu, and Toshi have tailored routes, explained local customs, helped with train navigation, and found local lunch spots.

“We had an excellent experience with Murayama-san as our guide. From the moment we exited the subway, he was already waiting for us at the metro stop holding a sign with our name on it, which immediately made us feel welcomed aRead more”

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Kyoto and Nara Day Trip from Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji: Kyoto’s famous golden view
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Kyoto and Nara Day Trip from Kyoto

6.Kyoto and Nara Day Trip from Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 445 reviews · from $194

Spend 10 to 11 hours touring Kyoto and Nara with an English-speaking guide such as KC, Momo, or Yuki. Visit Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Todai-ji, Kasuga Shrine, and Nara Park. The pace is brisk, but included transport and admission fees make this a practical first look at Japan’s ancient capitals.

“We had a great tour with KC. He was friendly, funny and had a wealth of knowledge regarding the several temples and Shrines and historical information. Thank you to the lady who brought us back to Osaka and helped us navigate our way back to our Hotel. Im sorry we didn't know your name.”

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Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo with English Speaking Driver Guide - Lake Kawaguchiko gives you the classic Fuji view
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Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo with English Speaking Driver Guide

7.Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo with English Speaking Driver Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 443 reviews

Spend about 10 hours exploring Mt. Fuji’s lakes, shrines, caves, villages, and viewpoints in a private vehicle for up to seven people. Drivers such as Jamil, Prem, Mani, Prince, and Asif have earned strong praise for flexibility and photography. The route is adjustable, but traffic, weather, and limited time mean you cannot visit every listed stop.

“Hassan was a great tour guide. He did a wonderful job with my family. He was extremely detailed in everything he did and even carried our backpacks and shoppi.g packages for us. He became apart of our family for the day . Great job H!!”

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Explore Kyoto | Private Tour - Local English Driver(guide option) - Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion
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Explore Kyoto | Private Tour – Local English Driver(guide option)

8.Explore Kyoto | Private Tour – Local English Driver(guide option)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews

See Kyoto’s major sights in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking local driver. You can adjust the route and spend more time where you like. Drivers such as Fuji, Victor, Lexi, Kaku, and Steve are praised for local tips, careful driving, and restaurant suggestions. Confirm whether you are booking a driver only or adding a walking guide.

“My family and I had a great time in Kyoto with Victor (Yamazaki). He is very friendly and took care of us during our private tour. He is very knowledgeable and wanted to ensure we were always looked after. We enjoyed his company and very blessed to have him as our guide!”

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From Kyoto: Nara, Osaka & Kobe Day Trip – 3 Cities in 1 Day - Nara Park and the deer
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From Kyoto: Nara, Osaka & Kobe Day Trip – 3 Cities in 1 Day

9.From Kyoto: Nara, Osaka & Kobe Day Trip – 3 Cities in 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 160 reviews · 10h 30m · from $129

Travel from Kyoto to Nara, Osaka, and Kobe with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Feed deer in Nara Park, explore Dotonbori, visit Osaka Castle, and finish around Kobe’s Chinatown and harbor. Guides such as Cesar, Angeles, Paula, and Alex are praised for clear explanations and careful timing. Food is not included, so bring money for lunch and snacks.

“I liked that it was relaxed and we were given plenty of time to do our own thing without having to listen to too much talking at the destination. information and history was told to us on the bus which I enjoyed. We were physically shown where to meet after our free time. perhaps the guide can walk a little slower when showing us the meeting point as a few people struggled to keep up.”

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Private Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Pickup - Nara Park and the bowing deer
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From Osaka/Kyoto: Private Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Pickup

10.From Osaka/Kyoto: Private Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 122 reviews · 10 hours

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Osaka, Kyoto, or Kobe to Nara and Kyoto. You’ll see the deer at Nara Park, Todaiji’s Great Buddha, Fushimi Inari’s torii gates, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama. Drivers such as Steven, Aiko, Keiko, and John are often praised for flexible routing, restaurant help, photos, and translation.

“All of the locations we went to in Nara and Kyoto were fantastic. Steven was great and even walked us right up to and around the locations that he could. He gave us a great lunch restaurant recommendation. He also took some photos for us so that all of us were able to be in the photos.”

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“Tokyo to Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Private Customizable Day Trip” - Start early from your Tokyo hotel
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“Tokyo to Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Private Customizable Day Trip”

11.“Tokyo to Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Private Customizable Day Trip”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 10 hours - 1 day

Spend up to 10 hours with a private driver-guide such as Alex, Sohail, or Fahad, choosing your favorite Mt. Fuji and Hakone stops. Ride in a Land Cruiser, Crown, or Vellfire with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, drinks, and room to set your own pace. Paid admissions and lunch are extra.

“Alex was a great tour guide, very efficient and very friendly our kids (6,10 and 15ten) loved him. Would highly recommend it Thank you Justyna & Cameron (Australia)”

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Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip - Starting from Nagano or Matsumoto
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Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

12.Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $180

Travel by coach from Nagano or Matsumoto to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku. Your English-speaking guide leads you through a samurai-era castle, Nawate-dori’s frog-themed shops, and a preserved Edo-period post town. Guides have included Shawn, Nadin, and Joyce. Expect scenic mountain views, free time, steep castle stairs, and a full day outdoors.

“The second whole day trip with the same company. Again. Fantastic. Thank you Nadin for giving us so deep and interesting facts about Japan and taking care about me as a vegetarian :). The best, top. Just do it when you in Nagano or so.”

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