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Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in Japan

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best private guides and local insiders in Japan

If you’re looking for the best private tour guides in Japan to show you the country’s awe-inspiring history, quirky culture, and top-tier cuisine, City Unscripted has got you covered. From Tokyo to Kyoto, our handpicked private guides in Japan are intimately familiar with every inch of their city, and they’re passionate about sharing Japan’s best-kept secrets with curious travelers like you. There’s no better way to uncover the true scope of this country’s incredible diversity than with the best private tour guides in Japan leading the way. From natural wonders and neon-lit nightlife to world-famous food and tangible history, get ready to see Japan beyond your guidebook.

Meet some of our Japan private guides

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

Japan beyond your guidebook

Talk to our private guides in Japan, and they’ll say the same thing: the most memorable attractions in Japan’s top cities aren’t even in your guidebook. In a country this iconic, it’s easy to get caught in a seemingly endless tourist trap – but private tour guides in Japan won’t limit you to the top attractions. Our local insiders know exactly where to find the finest beef in Kobe, the quirkiest cafés in downtown Tokyo, and the coziest izakayas in Kyoto. No matter where in the country you are, trust our private guides in Japan to help you uncover the country’s best entertainment.

Japan tours tailored to you

Are you fascinated by the food scene in the “Nation’s Kitchen”, Osaka, or do you want to appreciate the strength and resilience of locals in Hiroshima? Does the traditional Japanese culture of Kanazawa call your name, or do you want the neon lights of downtown Yokohama? With private tour guides in Japan, the choice is always yours. Every experience in each city is 100% tailored to you, whether you’re catching a glimpse of a lantern-lit geisha with private tour guides in Kyoto or moving between crowded ramen joints and karaoke bars with private tour guides in Tokyo.

Feel the soul of each city

Major cities in Japan share several attractions. From Nagasaki to Nagoya, no matter where you are with our private guides in Japan, you’ll find stunning cityscapes, ultra-modern attractions, historic temples, and jaw-dropping natural beauty. But each city also brings its own list of must-sees waiting to be discovered with the best private tour guides in Japan by your side. Between the speaker-shaking nightlife in Tokyo and Osaka, the cultural treasures of Kanazawa and Kyoto, and the cool charisma of Sapporo and Fukuoka, feel the country’s soul with private guides in Japan.

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Latest reviews from our guests

I had a great tour with Yu. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and a great communicator. I appreciated him sharing his passion for Japan so easily.

April 2024

Todd F
Eli was a great guide, knowledgeable and organized. We walk slowly, and she didn't try to hurry us. Because of our pace, we didn't get to see everything on the list, but we saw what was important to us. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour with Eli.

April 2024

John R
Yutaro is an enthusiastic young man, who loves his Japanese culture. We had a great time together and saw many interesting sights. I especially enjoyed the ramen soup noodle restaurant he took me to. I would love to see anywhere in Japan with Yutaro!

April 2024

Michelle B
We had a free evening in Fukuoka and Luis Matos was able to make the most of it for us. He had true local knowledge and escorted us around to wonderful places that were not typical tourist spots. Very responsive and fun. Really a special evening enjoying the sights, culture, and food of Fukuoka. Thank you Luis and Posty!

April 2024

Jennifer G