Best Private Tours In Japan

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

Tourists exploring the alleyways of Japan with a local guide

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 Japan private tours & experiences with locals

If you’re looking for the best private Japan private tours, City Unscripted has got you covered. Our private tours of Japan open up this land of contrasts where world-famous cities congregate and the traditional and high-tech are intertwined. From 24-hour entertainment and flashing signs in futuristic Tokyo to the quaint cobbled streets of lantern-lit Kyoto, our private guided tours of Japan will reveal the unique personality of Japan’s diverse cities. In a full day, half a day, or just three hours, our private Japan tours paint a full and nuanced picture of the city you want to explore. Book a personalized experience with us, and see it all for yourself!

Meet some of our Japan local hosts

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!

Local guide showing tourists around the iconic sights of Kobe Japan

Iconic cities

Visit any major city in Japan, and you’ll realize they share certain attractions. From Hiroshima to Fukuoka, no matter where you are on private guided tours of Japan, you’ll find jaw-dropping cityscapes, historic temples and shrines, and breathtaking natural beauty. But each city also brings its own list of distinctive attractions waiting to be discovered on Japan private tours. Between the high-octane entertainment of Tokyo and Osaka, the cultural richness of Kyoto and Kanazawa, and the unique atmosphere of Nagoya and Yokohama, private tours in Japan are any traveler’s paradise.

Deciding where to go next while on a private tour of Japan

Explore Japan like a local

Anybody with a guidebook can explore a city’s famous landmarks. What makes our private tours in Japan special is our network of knowledgeable local guides, each of whom provides countless opportunities for you to uncover a city’s hidden gems and local haunts. Whether you discover the strength and resilience of the people in Hiroshima, shriek with laughter at Osaka’s wicked sense of humor, or end up in an hours-long conversation with Nagoya’s welcoming locals at an underground bar, we have the best private tours in Japan with locals to show you the true spirit and soul of a city.

Discovering the most Instagrammable foods in Japan

Tours for every type of traveler

Are you fascinated by the food scene in Osaka, the “Nation’s Kitchen”, or do you want to discover century-old Western-influenced neighborhoods in Kobe? Does traditional Japanese culture in Kyoto appeal to you, or are you more interested in the neon lights and ramen joints of downtown Tokyo? Your Japan private tours; your choice! We believe the best private tours in Japan with locals are the ones perfectly tailored to you. That’s why all private guided tours of Japan with City Unscripted are 100% personalized and we won’t waste your time on experiences you won’t absolutely love.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Bruce walked with me around showing places of interest and good restaurants. It was a very good intro around the city. Park was very nice and basically a good exercise walk in the morning as well. Thanks Bruce.

November 2023

Rogelio D
We had a wonderful day with Bruce, and he provided us with exactly the experience we were looking for. Bruce gave us an introduction to Japan since we had just arrived the previous night. I wanted help tackling some administrative tasks like picking up our sumo tickets and getting subway cards. Bruce led us through those processes, took us on our subway maiden voyage, and also gave us a tour around Hakata station where we enjoyed the rooftop view. We then went to a hideaway Japanese restaurant where we got to experience an authentic neighborhood lunch. He took us around winding back streets through the neighborhood and pointed out attractions that we returned to later in the day. Bruce was an entertaining companion and tailored our tour to meet our particular needs.

November 2023

Paul B
Bruce is one of the absolute best guides I've ever had! I briefed him by email the night before our meeting, regarding my expectations and goals. He managed to fulfill them all, and then some. His forte' is food. Not the tourist trap types of eating establishments. But the small surprising neighborhood restaurants. Treasured by locals. He's a truly thoughtful gentleman, who knows the city well and how to cover a lot of territory in a limited amount of time. Being extremely knowledgeable and lighthearted. He not only taught and informed me, but kept me smiling and entertained. I highly recommend choosing Bruce as your Fukuoka private tour guide.

November 2023

Kathryn N
He took me to many shrines and temples. Showed me a lot of the historic culture and explained (in detail) the history and meaning of the destinations. I would recommend Taiyo for any tourist that can book him. 100/10.

November 2023

Harash S