Japan Guided Tours

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Japan
Travel specialist Leny Vergara
active 55 mins ago

Leny Vergara

Hello! I'm Leny. Travel is my passion, and if you're anything like me, you believe the best adventures happen off the beaten path. Japan is the first country I lived in, and I fell in love with it....

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Travel specialist Sandy Ren
active 1 hour ago

Sandy Ren

I have been working as a travel specialist since graduating from college twenty years ago. Travel is my lifelong passion. It was such a thrilling thing to venture into a new world full of unknown...

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Travel specialist Shona Zhang
active 23 mins ago

Shona Zhang

With strong passion for traveling,I worked as an English-speaking guide for 10 years with travel agent.I love to travel and communicate with different tourists from all corners of the...

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Travel specialist Ben Tanaka
active 1 min ago

Ben Tanaka

I am a seasoned travel professional with a degree in Tourism Management and 27 years of extensive experience in the travel industry. My career has taken me from guiding tours to managing office...

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Trip Reviews for Japan

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Authentic and Amazing Experience
Japan | Apr 13 - Apr 25, 2026

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Douglas S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

This was my first time using KimKim and first trip to Japan.

Shona is truly amazing! I’m truly grateful for all her help! She was very thoughtful in everything she arranged. She helped ensure I got to do everything I wanted to, in the multiple cities I visited, while staying within budget. The activities, tours and guides were fantastic!

Shona was always there during my trip as well, to ensure an authentic and memorable experience! I met so many great people, made so many memories, and took so many great photos.

Thank you, again!

Local specialist: Shona Zhang
Shona
Shona Zhang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on May 01, 2026

Hi Doug,
Greetings from Shona.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! You will always be my VIP guest, and it was truly a pleasure to assist you throughout your trip.

I sincerely look forward to planning your next journey and creating another memorable experience for you.

Warm regards
Shona

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Both guides we had were excellent: Mr. Peter ...
Japan | Apr 9 - Apr 19, 2026

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Marie H.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Both guides we had were excellent: Mr. Peter and Ms. Young. Very energetic and knowledgeable. We did pretty much everything a tourist would want to do, seeing Mt Fuji was probably the coolest experience.

Local specialist: Bella Wu
Bella
Bella Wu
Local specialist in China, Japan | Replied on May 01, 2026

Hi Marie,

Thank you so much for your kind words — it truly means a lot to us 😊

I’m so happy to hear that both Mr. Peter and Ms. Young made such a positive impression. They are indeed wonderful guides, and it’s great to know their energy and knowledge helped make your experience even more memorable.

And yes — seeing Mt. Fuji is always something special ✨ I’m glad it was a highlight of your trip!

Thank you again for your trust in us. It was a pleasure planning this journey for you, and I truly hope we’ll have the opportunity to travel together again in the future.

Warm regards,
Bella

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Our family had a dream trip expertly curated ...
Japan | Mar 27 - Apr 5, 2026

Nicole
Nicole D.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Our family had a dream trip expertly curated by Cannon from kimkim. It was my first time using this service and it delighted and exceeded expectations at every turn. Going to Japan for the first time seemed intimidating to plan and Cannon was with us every step of the way making sure we were prepared and enjoying every minute. Our guides and activities were all fantastic. Jason was particularly wonderful. He was knowledgeable, fun and easy to spend an action packed day with and attentive... Read more

Our family had a dream trip expertly curated by Cannon from kimkim. It was my first time using this service and it delighted and exceeded expectations at every turn. Going to Japan for the first time seemed intimidating to plan and Cannon was with us every step of the way making sure we were prepared and enjoying every minute. Our guides and activities were all fantastic. Jason was particularly wonderful. He was knowledgeable, fun and easy to spend an action packed day with and attentive to our pace and preferences. Each driver and guide made contact the evening before and was right where they said they'd be each excursion. The app was easy to use and having it and Cannon in our "pocket" was a great comfort as we navigated each new place. We had an incredible time exploring a wonderful country and created memories we will treasure always. The experiences hit all the right notes and left us excited to plan our next trip! Thank you KimKim for making travel adventures so easy, accessible and absolutely enjoyable!

Hotel Reviews
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho - Private Bath Facility
Authenticity & Character
Location
Proximity to train
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tokyo Dome Hotel
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hakone Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
Hakone
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full-Day Hakone Adventure: Mt. Fuji Views & Lake Ashi Cruise
Full-Day Hakone Adventure: Mt. Fuji Views & Lake Ashi Cruise
Japan
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Trip to Nara: Temples, Deer, and Historic Streets
Day Trip to Nara: Temples, Deer, and Historic Streets
Kyoto
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver was the best! So sweet and friendly.
Transport
Our driver!
Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Food Tour
Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Food Tour
Japan

Great guides! Josh was so fun and knowledgeable and made sure we tried lots of new things at the market and walked away with new knowledge and full stomachs.

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Kyoto’s Cultural Treasures: Fushimi Inari-Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera & Gion District
Kyoto’s Cultural Treasures: Fushimi Inari-Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera & Gion District
Japan

Jason was very knowledgeable and was very attentive to our preferences and pace. It was a lot to see in a day but it was so much fun!

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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kyoto
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ninja Experience in Kyoto (Family & Kid Friendly)
Ninja Experience in Kyoto (Family & Kid Friendly)
Kyoto
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Tokyo: Sumo Show Experience with Drinks and Photo
Tokyo: Sumo Show Experience with Drinks and Photo
Tokyo
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sushi & Home Cooking Class from Market to Table near Asakusa
Sushi & Home Cooking Class from Market to Table near Asakusa
Tokyo

Super fun and our teacher was wonderful.

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Chase Cherry Blossom with Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo
Chase Cherry Blossom with Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo
Tokyo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great guide
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From Hakone to Kyoto
Japan
Quality of Experience
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Local specialist: Cannon Xiao
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Why travelers love kimkim

Custom trips for independent travelers who are too busy to plan
Customize your trip with the help of a local travel specialist

Kimkim has handpicked the world’s top local travel specialists so you will have peace of mind and an unforgettable trip that meets your exact requirements.

Authentic travel experiences

Kimkim’s local specialists ensure that you will have the best experience based on up-to-date local insights. On top of that, the vast majority of your money will go straight to support and grow local economies.

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Once you are happy with the trip, you can easily book via kimkim’s secure payment platform.

Local support during your trip

You can always reach your local specialist with a quick message or call in case you hit a snag during your trip, or simply want some great local recommendations.