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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 1911 reviews

Ride to Daikoku with Tokyo’s Ultimate JDM Fleet

Ride Tokyo’s ultimate JDM fleet with our multilingual team. Ride in our exclusive’s skyline r34 and discover Tokyo’s legendary car culture with us! (This experience is not a taxi service.)

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

Step into sumo at Shinjuku club

Sit ringside for live practice-style bouts, ask questions through an English-speaking host and try a playful challenge with working sumo wrestlers.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Tokyo : Fast and Furious III Tokyo Experience

Join Tokyo's elite JDM night & car meet. Ride tuned JDM cars, feel engine roar & turbo flutter to legendary Daikoku PA. Cruise Wangan neon streets with an insider. Pro photos at Tokyo tower.

4.75 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet in the Famous 303 GTRs

Embark on the ultimate GTR experience, where speed and style collide under the glow of the city's neons. Take the seat our stand-out wrapped cars with Jeremy and Hiko on the winding highways of Tokyo.

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 740 reviews

Explore Tokyo by go-kart（Driving Documents Needed）

IMPORTANT: Guests need a valid 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit, Original License and passport to participate. Drive by top landmarks like Toyosu, Ginza, Asakusa and more.

5 out of 5 average rating, 489 reviews

Savor Premium Matcha in a tea ceremony in Shibuya

With the recent matcha boom, true quality is harder to find. I come from four generations of tea farmers. In my tea room, whisk your own bowl of premium matcha and slow down through a Japanese ritual.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 2253 reviews

Feeling samurai soul

See authentic samurai culture through kimono and hakama, tea ceremony, sword handling, meditation and watching the performance by authentic samurai performer. All classes are conducted in English.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Step Into the World of Sumo in Shibuya

Step into the world of sumo in Shibuya with live demonstrations, sacred rituals, exciting matches, a fun sumo challenge, photo opportunities, and English guidance in an intimate venue.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 738 reviews

The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery

This is real Japanese Archery. Train in an authentic training hall (Dojo) at official distances, using professional gear while wearing traditional uniform, exactly as a local Kyudo master practices

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews

Tokyo Coffee & Culture Discovery Tour

Jet-lagged in Tokyo? Start your day with Tokyo Coffee Tours. Explore specialty coffee and classic kissaten with Toyo, who’s visited 1,000+ cafés worldwide. Relaxed, personalized walks in small groups.

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Martial Arts and Traditional Experience Program: Enjoy Samurai Karate and Shrine Culture with Family and Friends

The experience begins with a purification at the ablution pavilion and a simple ritual cleansing at Tensu Shrine, which is associated with Minamoto no Yoritomo, allowing you to experience traditional Japanese culture. After that, you will learn karate etiquette and basic movements that honor the spirit of the samurai together with your family and friends. Finally, you will receive a certificate as proof of your participation. This is a special experience that is suitable even for beginners.

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Enjoy a beautiful geisha dance and matcha tea

Enjoy the beautiful dances of Asakusa geishas, who have a history spanning over 400 years, a unique opportunity to interact with geishas, and an original matcha experience with a host who has lived in Tokyo for over 50 years.

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Experience Aikido, Japan's unique martial art

Experience "Aikido," a martial art that originated in Japan, in an authentic dojo. Learn etiquette and try out the movements and techniques unique to Aikido, which use your opponent's strength. Even beginners can participate with confidence and enjoy learning about Japanese martial arts culture.

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Tokyo History Walk with an Ex-Rickshaw Puller

Walk Asakusa with a former rickshaw puller! Learn how temples and shrines differ, explore Tokyo's history, find hidden power spots, shop for ninja and samurai goods, and enjoy the best street food.

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Experience a tea ceremony in a historic tea room and savor a cup of tea prepared with a calm mind

We will take a leisurely tour of the tea room and garden path nestled in the forest, a 10-minute walk from the station, with explanations along the way. Experience the movements of the tea ceremony and awaken your senses through the sounds of the trees, the scents of charcoal and incense, the feel of the tea bowl, and the flavors of Japanese sweets and matcha, enjoying a moment of tranquility.

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Mt Fuji Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour from Tokyo

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji, exploring Arakurayama Sengen Park, Lake Kawaguchi, Shiraito Waterfall, and Obuchi Sasaba for a day of scenic views and local charm.

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Premium History Tour: Learn Japanese History at the Imperial Palace Run and Unravel the Bond Between the Emperor and the People

"Run Through History: The Emperor, Samurai, and the Soul of Japan" (Run Through History: The Emperor, Samurai, and the Soul of Japan) This is not just a running tour; it is a premium running tour that satisfies intellectual curiosity by exploring the historical sites around the Imperial Palace and unraveling the "bond between the Emperor and the people," which is at the heart of the Japanese national identity. A premium running tour that satisfies intellectual curiosity by exploring the "bond between the Emperor and the people."