Culture Tours

$34.00

Tokyo: Family Sumo Workshop &Live Wrestling Show with Lunch

Step inside a real sumo ring, learn signature moves, and watch a power bout. Families can join or film, then enjoy chanko hot-pot with wrestlers.

2 hours•5.0 (6)

$68.00

Tokyo: Akihabara Anime, Manga & Games Tour + Princess Café

Delve into the vibrant game culture of Akihabara on a 2.5-hour guided tour, starting with a visit to the TAMASHII NATIONS STORE to explore exclusive collectibles. Experience the nostalgia of retro gaming at Super Potato and learn claw game strategies at TAITO STATION. Discover the trading card and mechanical keyboard scene in Radio Kaikan, and challenge yourself with over 500 capsule machines in Gachapon Kaikan. Conclude your adventure at the exclusive Princess Tiara maid café with a delightful afternoon tea. This tour is perfect for gaming enthusiasts and collectors alike, offering insights and a unique cultural experience.

2.5 hours•5.0 (16)

$122.40

Tokyo: Akihabara Anime, Manga, Games Walk (Arcades,Gachapon)

Dive into Akihabara’s game culture on a guided tour. Explore Radio Kaikan, Super Potato, and Hobby Heaven, and try your luck at crane games and Mario Kart at TAITO STATION.

1.5 hours•5.0 (20)

Tokyo: Ninja Workshop – Blowgun, Shuriken & Stretching

Immerse yourself in the world of ninjas with a hands-on experience. Learn about their history, try blow darts and shuriken throwing, and enjoy a stretching session.

1 hour•5.0 (15)

$74.80

Tokyo: Akihabara Culture Walk & Manga Drawing Class (3.5h)

Explore Akihabara’s anime, games & gachapon culture, then learn to draw your own manga character in a pro-led class. Small groups, creative fun, perfect for pop-culture fans.

3.5 hours

$149.60

Tokyo: Ancient Japanese Calligraphy with a Calligraphy PhD

Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy with a PhD calligrapher. Learn ancient styles like Tensho and create artwork that bridges history and art.

Chopstick Making Workshop in Shibuya(Scramble Square)

Make your own chopsticks in Shibuya Scramble Square—steps from Shibuya Sky. Learn manners, add resin accents, and upgrade with a gift box, or furoshiki. 60 min, max 3.

$57.80

Craft Your Own Japanese Chopsticks Workshop

Craft your own wooden chopsticks in a calm Tokyo workshop. Learn from a long-established Japanese chopstick maker. Small-group class (max 6) with step-by-step English guidance. Optional upgrade to try real urushi lacquer finishing.

1.5 hours

$102.00

Tokyo: Family Japanese Calligraphy – Learn & Create Together

Enjoy a hands-on Japanese calligraphy class designed for families in Tokyo. Learn brush techniques, write your names in kanji, and create artwork together as a unique cultural souvenir.

Tokyo: Full-Day Zen, Tea Ceremony & Calligraphy Retreat (8h)

A full-day wellness retreat: monk-led zazen, formal tea ceremony with shojin cuisine, and a hands-on calligraphy class. Bilingual support, mindful pace.

8 hours

$408.00

Authentic Onsen Experience Tattoo Friendly Hidden Gem in Shinjuku

Immerse yourself in the authentic Japanese sento experience at a retro bathhouse in Shinjuku, Tokyo, built in 1954. This local favorite, not a tourist spa, offers a unique glimpse into the bathing culture. A bilingual guide will introduce you to the essentials of sento etiquette, including how to navigate shoe lockers and washing areas. Discover the fascinating history behind the iconic Mount Fuji murals, the role of sento in postwar communities, and the tradition of enjoying bottled milk after a soak. Whether you choose to bathe or relax with a drink, this hour-long experience is perfect for beginners wanting to connect with local customs.

1 hour•5.0 (16)

$34.00

Tokyo: Manga, Anime Drawing Workshop with a Pro Manga Artist

Experience Japanese manga culture in a 2-hour hands-on class in Nakano, Tokyo. Learn character drawing, inking, and screentones from pro manga artists — and take home your own manga artwork!

2 hours

$122.40

Tokyo: Mochi-Making Experience with Tasting

Experience the art of mochi-making in Tokyo. Learn about its cultural significance, watch a performance, and enjoy a tasting with various toppings.

$68.00

Tokyo: Zen Meditation & Japanese Calligraphy Workshop (3.5h)

Find stillness with monk-led zazen at a Tokyo temple, then create your own shodō artwork in a 90-min class. Simple etiquette, bilingual support, small groups. Morning & afternoon slots.

3.5 hours

$190.40

Tokyo: Shared Calligraphy Experience – Create a Fan Together

Create a Japanese calligraphy fan together with your partner, friend, or family in Tokyo. Learn the basics of brush and ink, then design a shared piece of art that symbolizes your bond.

1.25 hours

Tokyo: Private Zen Meditation & Tea Ceremony with a Monk

Engage in a transformative journey through the core principles of Zen and meditation in this unique experience. Begin with an enlightening lecture on zazen, where you will learn the history and techniques to align body, breath, and mind. Participate in guided demonstrations that cover posture and breathing, followed by a short zazen session to practice with fellow meditators. Delve into a longer meditation period, where you can choose to receive gentle taps to enhance focus. Afterward, discuss insights with the head priest about the Three Poisons and practical meditation techniques. Conclude with a serene matcha tea ceremony, enjoying seasonal sweets while deepening your appreciation for this calming tradition.

1.5 hours•5.0 (15)

$108.80

Tokyo: Private Sumo Training Session and Experience

Immerse yourself in the world of sumo wrestling with a private training session in Tokyo. Watch the wrestlers train up close and learn the basics of sumo wrestling from the professionals.

2 hours

$353.60

Tokyo:Private Tea Ceremony (Matcha & Wagashi) in Shinjuku

Experience an authentic tea ceremony with an Urasenke instructor (Master’s in Traditional Arts). Learn core temae, whisk matcha, and enjoy seasonal wagashi in a quiet tearoom.