Japan

Our Japan
Experiences

Discover private, flexible experiences across Japan, hosted by locals who know their cities inside-out. No scripts, no groups - just you, your interests, and real connection.

Explore by Category

Browse our premium experiences based on your interests.

Signature
Your First Day in Kyoto: City Essentials and Cultural Insights First Day Essentials
Kyoto

Your First Day in Kyoto: City Essentials and Cultural Insights

5 (606)
3 hours
From   $120.5   per person
See details

Ease into Kyoto’s rhythm with a thoughtful 3-hour introduction to its iconic sights, cultural nuances, and local tips, leaving you ready to explore.

Signature
Kickstart your trip to Sapporo First Day Essentials
Sapporo

Kickstart your trip to Sapporo

5 (76)
3 hours
From   $107   per person
See details

Practical know-how, chopstick etiquette and a few ramen recommendations. Yum!

Signature
Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course First Day Essentials
Fukuoka

Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course

5 (157)
3 hours
From   $92.5   per person
See details

Kickstart your Fukuoka adventure with local insights, shortlist the best yatai stands, and learn to navigate the city like a pro.

Signature
A Full Day in Osaka, Your Way: Discover, Taste & Explore Icons & Secrets
Osaka

A Full Day in Osaka, Your Way: Discover, Taste & Explore

5 (298)
8 hours
From   $262   per person
See details

Spend a full day in Osaka, shaped around you. With a local host, explore history, food, culture, or hidden gems—your journey is completely flexible.

Signature
Full day in Sapporo with a local Icons & Secrets
Sapporo

Full day in Sapporo with a local

5 (48)
8 hours
From   $262   per person
See details

The Hokkaidō Shrine, Sapporo beer and ramen at Ramen Alley.

Snapshot
Kickstart Hiroshima Icons & Secrets
Hiroshima

Kickstart Hiroshima

5 (52)
4 hours
From   $124   per person
See details

Begin your Hiroshima adventure with a local expert! Get a crash course in Hiroshima’s history, and learn to get around the vibrant city it is today.

Explore
Eat Like a Tokyoite: Your 3-Hour Izakaya Crawl in Nakano The Culinary Scene
Tokyo

Eat Like a Tokyoite: Your 3-Hour Izakaya Crawl in Nakano

5 (233)
3 hours
From   $173.5   per person
See details

Explore Nakano's lively backstreets and hidden izakayas on a tailored food adventure that reveals Tokyo's authentic culinary soul.

Magical Kyoto after dark The Culinary Scene
Kyoto

Magical Kyoto after dark

5 (123)
3 hours
From   $151.5   per person
See details

Explore Kyoto at night with a local. Explore mystical Gion and the winding streets in Pontocho or mingle with the locals at a bar; it's up to you!

Explore
Kyoto’s Izakaya Experience: A Taste of Japanese Social Dining The Culinary Scene
Kyoto

Kyoto’s Izakaya Experience: A Taste of Japanese Social Dining

5 (71)
3 hours
From   $182.5   per person
See details

Discover Kyoto’s izakaya culture, where locals gather over shared plates, drinks, and conversation, with a tailored experience crafted to your tastes.

Explore
Kyoto in pink: Experience the cherry blossom season like a local Stories & Culture
Kyoto

Kyoto in pink: Experience the cherry blossom season like a local

5 (30)
4 hours
From   $201.38   per person
See details

Join a local for an authentic cherry blossom experience. Discover secret sakura spots, enjoy a traditional picnic, and immerse in the beauty of hanami

Explore
Shopping in Osaka Stories & Culture
Osaka

Shopping in Osaka

5 (83)
4 hours
From   $138   per person
See details

Discover the unique shopping scene in Osaka from gadget emporiums, buzzing markets, and cutting-edge fashion in an experience tailored to your style

Explore
Cherry Blossom Experience Stories & Culture
Fukuoka

Cherry Blossom Experience

5 (60)
4 hours
From   $171.88   per person
See details

Tickled pink Parks, picnics, and pink flowers Sakura by the seaside

Signature
Day trip to Nara, where past meets present Beyond the City
Osaka

Day trip to Nara, where past meets present

5 (58)
9 hours
From   $359   per person
See details

See some of Japan's most spectacular temples and gardens and snap a few shots with the deer roaming around in ancient Nara on a day trip from Osaka

Signature
Hakata Port to Fukuoka - cruise-over Beyond the City
Fukuoka

Hakata Port to Fukuoka - cruise-over

5 (36)
8 hours
From   $243   per person
See details

Explore Fukuoka's top sites in 8 hours with a local guide, including Fukuoka Castle, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, and a yatai street food stand.

Signature
Cruise stop-over: day trip to Tokyo from Yokohama port Beyond the City
Yokohama

Cruise stop-over: day trip to Tokyo from Yokohama port

5 (58)
8 hours
From   $297.5   per person
See details

Get picked up at Yokohama port and follow your host on a tour of Tokyo tailored to your schedule and wishes!

5-Star Reviews and Counting

Trusted and recommended by travelers worldwide.

recommended by 99% of travelers on google
recommended by 99% of travelers on tripadvisor

Travelling to Japan's Best

Explore one of Japan's top 3 cities, and all the country has to offer.

#1

Tokyo

Tiny bars, train-station intensity, and neighborhoods so distinct they each seem to carry their own version of the city.

Explore Tokyo
Tokyo
#2

Kyoto

Temple paths, seasonal rituals, and quiet corners where beauty feels bound up with habit, timing, and care.

Explore Kyoto
Kyoto
#3

Osaka

Street food, quick humor, and a warmth that makes the city feel open, lively, and refreshingly unpretentious.

Explore Osaka
Osaka

Why Travelers Love
City Unscripted

Key Differentiators:

We match you with the right host, not just any guide.
Your experience is thoughtfully planned but always adaptable.
It's like exploring with a friend, not following a script.
100% independent recommendations—our hosts share places they truly love.

Moe listened to our priorities and planned our day accordingly. She was knowledgeable of the area and her language skills were excellent. She was friendly and engaging and a wonderful tour guide! We highly recommend! Highest rating available!

Read more
K
Kathleen
Nagasaki

We had a great few hours with Jorge in Kanazawa. He hit all the highlights with us and was extremely knowledgeable. His love for his home country was evident and appreciated!!

Read more
L
Lee
Kanazawa

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our tour guide was fantastic—knowledgeable, engaging, and hilarious! He somehow managed to teach us local history, keep us entertained, and make us laugh the entire time. The tour was well organized, fun, and memorable. Highly recommend!

Read more
J
José
Kyoto

This tour allowed us to view all the major attractions of Osaka. Mayura Kai was very knowledgeable. We greatly appreciated her patience and flexibility.

Read more
M
Michel
Osaka

Great night out. Highly informative. Highly recommended, especially for good food spots.

Read more
O
Ongopotse
Osaka

Karim Mohammed was well versed around the food, the area, the culture. We were well taken care off.

Read more
O
Ongopotse
Osaka

Chiara was an amazing guide! Sharing insights from ancient to modern Tokyo made this a truly inspiring experience for us.

Read more
S
Stefan Albert
Tokyo

Great!!

Read more
D
Debra
Tokyo
See all reviews
City Unscripted

Why Travelers Love
City Unscripted

Key Differentiators: