Top 8 Day Trips in Japan

1.From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Customizable Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,070 reviews Our pick

Travel from Tokyo to Mount Fuji in a private vehicle for up to six people. Your English, Hindi, Urdu, or Arabic-speaking driver can adjust the day around Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchiko, Oshino Hakkai, shrines, parks, and mountain viewpoints.

“We had such an amazing time on our tour! We can’t believe how lucky we were and wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Do yourself a huge favor and ask them for “Zyan Malik”. He was able to get us amazing views of Mount Fuji. Using his knowledge he advised us on the best order of the stops we wanted to do. This proved tremendously helpful as we were able to beat the crowds at every single stop!!!! All of our photos were amazing and we didn’t have to fight the huge tour buses. The car was awesome and we arrived back to Tokyo refreshed vs having a stiff back from…”

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2.Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour (Private Option Available)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 937 reviews · from $105Top rated

See Nara with a small group and an English-speaking local guide such as Shin, Yuki, or Miyabi. Visit Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofuku-ji, Nara Park, and Naramachi, with temple admissions and a Japanese lunch included. A private option is also available.

“Eri-san was an amazing tour guide and showed us all the must-see sights in Nara. :) She was very knowledgeable about the religious customs of Japan, and we learned a lot about how Japanese culture and history influenced its religious traditions. She also showed us a few shops with artisan goods, such as knives and traditional Nara sweets (persimmon cakes!). Lunch was also filling, and the restaurant was super accommodating for the member of our group who is allergic to fish. At the end of the tour, our guide also recommended to us a traditional place to get mochi, as well as her favorite kakigori shop. But the best part…”

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3.Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 867 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $49Best value

This 10 to 11-hour coach tour links Mt. Fuji viewpoints with Kamakura’s Great Buddha, Lake Ashi, Oshino Hakkai, and Lake Kawaguchi. English and Spanish guides such as Jorge, Naomi, Fran, and Beru provide history, practical tips, and photo advice. Choose carefully, since stops and inclusions vary by option.

“Wonderful Mt. Fuji tour, largely thanks to Naomi (guide) and Sakamoto (driver) . She was incredibly sympathetic and approachable, always going around to check if we had questions or needed anything. She made the experience even more enjoyable with her funny, cute jokes and by sharing lovely stories about Japan. I especially appreciated her practical suggestions and the Japanese “must-know” phrases she taught us — it really added to the cultural experience. Highly recommended!”

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4.Mt Fuji Private Day Trip from Tokyo with English speaking driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 846 reviews

Spend up to 10 hours touring the Mt Fuji area by private car from your Tokyo hotel. Your English-speaking driver can adjust stops for weather and interests, with options including Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchiko, shrines, and the Fifth Station. Ropeway and Fifth Station fees cost extra.

“We had a great time. The driver was knowledgeable and recommended some great options for are trip. The ability to personalise the activities was great we got to see everything we wanted.”

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5.Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 833 reviews · 8 - 12 hours · from $135

Spend a full day with an English-speaking local guide visiting Zenkoji Temple, tasting regional sake, enjoying a substantial Nagano lunch, and walking the forest trail to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Guides such as Dylan, Brent, Tom, and Hiroshi are known for adding useful local stories and practical help.

“The trip was well planned out and the guide Brent was excellent, providing key facts about the locations. The lunch was delicious and the Monkeys did not disappoint.”

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6.From Tokyo: Mt Fuji, Arakurayama and Kawaguchi Lake Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 794 reviews · 10 hours · from $55

Travel from Tokyo with an English, Chinese, or Japanese guide to Fuji’s best-known viewpoints. Hikari is often assigned and adds local stories, photo tips, and clear timing. Expect Chureito Pagoda’s 397 steps, Oshino Hakkai snacks, Lawson photos, and Lake Kawaguchi scenery for $55.

“The view was super great and we saw Mt.Fuji, so lucky~Our tour guide, Hikari, he was wonderful and kindly. We truly appreciate his effort today.”

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7.Tokyo Private Day Trip – Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Tokyo!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 793 reviews · from $99

Start at Meiji Jingu and Harajuku, then use Tokyo’s trains and subway to reach Tsukiji, Tokyo Tower, and Senso-ji in Asakusa. Your private English-speaking guide can explain local customs, help with transport, suggest lunch, and adjust the route when you choose the customizable option.

“Seeing the attractions was great, however, our tour guide did not provide any meaningful information. He was very nice but lacked knowledge about the history of Tokyo and the sites he showed us.”

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8.Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo with English Speaking Driver Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 443 reviews

You’ll ride in a private air-conditioned vehicle from Tokyo to the Mt. Fuji area for about 10 hours. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Jamil, Mani, Prem, or Prince, can adjust the day around your interests, weather, and traffic, with time for lakes, shrines, caves, villages, and Fuji viewpoints.

“Hassan was a great tour guide. He did a wonderful job with my family. He was extremely detailed in everything he did and even carried our backpacks and shoppi.g packages for us. He became apart of our family for the day . Great job H!!”

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