Experiences

From ¥23,000

Tokyo

Sumo Stable Intimate Morning Practice

Experience the morning sumo practice at an exclusive sumo stable in Tokyo with English-speaking expert guide and small group

Small Group

Duration: 4 Hours
¥30,000

Tokyo

Geisha Experience

Authentic geisha experience with kaiseki dinner and English host in Tokyo

Small Group

Duration: 2 Hours
From ¥24,000

Tokyo

Tokyo Baseball Yomiuri Giants Match Tour

Enjoy a Japanese Baseball Experience with a tour guide

Small Group

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥22,000

Tokyo

Sumo Tournament Experience in Tokyo

Experience the Sumo Tournament in Tokyo with English-speaking expert guide and small group

Small Group

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥27,000

Tokyo

Tokyo Anime Adventure: Studio Tour, Drawing Class & Museum Visit

Visit an anime studio and anime museum in Tokyo and learn to draw anime

Small Group

Duration: 3 Hours
From ¥9,900

Kobe

Kobe Custom Half-Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Kobe Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥13,400

Nikko

Nikko Custom Full Day Tour

Enjoy this full day Nikko Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 8 Hours
From ¥10,800

Nikko

Nikko Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Nikko Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥16,800

Takayama

Takayama Custom Full Day Tour

Enjoy this full day Takayama Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 8 Hours
From ¥9,000

Kagoshima

Kagoshima Custom Half-Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Kagoshima Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥9,000

Fukuoka

Fukuoka Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Fukuoka Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 4 Hours
From ¥14,300

Fukuoka

Fukuoka Custom Full Day Tour

Enjoy this full day Fukuoka Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

Private

Duration: 8 Hours

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The Purr-fection Halloween event for cat-lovers 🐾😍

📍 Kagurazaka, Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵

Calling all cat lovers for this Halloween season! The Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival (神楽坂化け猫祭り) is one of Tokyo’s quirkiest Halloween events, blending Japan’s obsession with cats and its rich folklore. Taking over the charming streets of Kagurazaka, this festival celebrates the legendary bakeneko (化け猫)—ghostly, shape-shifting cats known for their mysterious antics!

Taking place on October 13, 2024, the highlight is the Bakeneko Parade, where everyone dresses as a cat! Whether you’re a playful kitty or a spooky feline spirit, expect creative costumes, face-painting, and performances that bring bakeneko myths to life. 🐱👻

Beyond the parade, enjoy traditional shows, street performances, and food stalls lining Kagurazaka’s scenic streets. Get your whiskers ready for this unforgettable, cat-tastic celebration!

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🦉 Embrace the Spirit of Autumn at the Tokyo Yos

🦉 Embrace the Spirit of Autumn at the Tokyo Yosakoi Festival! 🎊
📍 Location: Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵

Get ready to experience the Tokyo Yosakoi Festival (東京よさこい祭り)—a spectacular celebration of dance and culture that transforms the vibrant Ikebukuro district into a lively autumn spectacle! This energetic festival is part of the larger Fukuro Matsuri (ふくろ祭り), also known as the Owl Festival, and it showcases the beauty of the season through colorful and dynamic dance performances.

Join over 100 dance teams from across Japan, each adorned in eye-catching costumes, as they perform high-energy Yosakoi routines set to infectious music. The Yosakoi style blends traditional elements with contemporary choreography, making every performance a breathtaking fusion of old and new. Dancers use naruko, small wooden clappers, to add a rhythmic flair to their movements, filling the streets with an exciting atmosphere.

First held in 1968 by local merchants to promote Ikebukuro, the Fukuro Matsuri now attracts 200,000 spectators every September. Over the years, this festival has grown into one of Tokyo’s biggest and most cherished celebrations, featuring the lively Tokyo Yosakoi event that attracts both locals and international visitors.

Mark your calendars! The festival will take place on October 12-13, 2024 🎉💃

📷 @astudentinjapan

🎉✨ Experience the Vibrance of Nagasaki Kunchi

🎉✨ Experience the Vibrance of Nagasaki Kunchi Festival! ✨🎉
📍 Nagasaki, Japan 🇯🇵

Dive into the colors, rhythms, and history of the Nagasaki Kunchi Festival from October 7th to 9th! Dating back to 1634, when courtesans dedicated a noh song to Suwa Shrine, the festival has evolved into a celebration of Nagasaki’s rich cultural blend. What makes this festival truly unique is its fusion of Chinese, Dutch, and Japanese influences, creating vibrant performances like the iconic dragon dance, whale spouting dance, and the energetic kokkodesho! It’s an unforgettable chance to witness cultural diversity in action. 🎭🌊

Festival Highlights:
•⁠ ⁠Main venues include Suwa Shrine, Otabisho, Yasaka Shrine, and Chuo Koen.
•⁠ ⁠You can catch live performances at Kamome Hiroba plaza near Nagasaki Station on October 7th, or enjoy the vibrant procession as it winds through the city streets, offering plenty of opportunities to experience the festival up close.

Come and be a part of the excitement, where centuries-old traditions come to life in a vibrant display of culture, energy, and community spirit! Don’t miss the chance to witness one of Japan’s most captivating festivals in the heart of Nagasaki.

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🎁🎁 Exclusive Ghibli Museum Ticket Giveaway! 🎉🎉

Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, one of the hardest tickets to get in Tokyo! 🌟 As a token of our appreciation, we’re offering our followers an exclusive giveaway.

✨ What’s Up for Grabs?
We’re giving away 4 exclusive tickets for 2 lucky winners (2 tickets each) to step into the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli on Wednesday, September 13th! 🎨✨

How to Enter:
1) Follow @JapanAwaits
2) Like and repost this video
3)Tag 3 Ghibli-loving friends in the comments

Follow us @japanawaits on Instagram
Tag 3 friends in the comments
📅 Deadline: Enter by September 12th, 2024, 11:30 AM (JST)
🗓 Winners Announced: September 12th, 2024, at 12:00 PM (JST)
Don’t miss your chance for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Good luck! 🍀🎟

(Disclaimer: This giveaway is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram, the Ghibli Museum, or any of their affiliates.)

❤ With love, Japan Awaits

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