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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

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The best private guides and local insiders in Japan

If you’re looking for the best private tour guides in Japan to show you the country’s awe-inspiring history, quirky culture, and top-tier cuisine, City Unscripted has got you covered. From Tokyo to Kyoto, our handpicked private guides in Japan are intimately familiar with every inch of their city, and they’re passionate about sharing Japan’s best-kept secrets with curious travelers like you. There’s no better way to uncover the true scope of this country’s incredible diversity than with the best private tour guides in Japan leading the way. From natural wonders and neon-lit nightlife to world-famous food and tangible history, get ready to see Japan beyond your guidebook.

Meet some of our Japan private guides

Martina

Tokyo

Travel enthusiast and cultural explorer with a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations, savoring local delicacies, and admiring nature's beauty through seasonal blooms.

Akihiro

Sapporo

Your adventurous Sapporo sidekick ready to lead you on exhilarating park walks and epic mountain hikes, uncovering hidden gems along the way!

Japan beyond your guidebook

Talk to our private guides in Japan, and they’ll say the same thing: the most memorable attractions in Japan’s top cities aren’t even in your guidebook. In a country this iconic, it’s easy to get caught in a seemingly endless tourist trap – but private tour guides in Japan won’t limit you to the top attractions. Our local insiders know exactly where to find the finest beef in Kobe, the quirkiest cafés in downtown Tokyo, and the coziest izakayas in Kyoto. No matter where in the country you are, trust our private guides in Japan to help you uncover the country’s best entertainment.

Japan tours tailored to you

Are you fascinated by the food scene in the “Nation’s Kitchen”, Osaka, or do you want to appreciate the strength and resilience of locals in Hiroshima? Does the traditional Japanese culture of Kanazawa call your name, or do you want the neon lights of downtown Yokohama? With private tour guides in Japan, the choice is always yours. Every experience in each city is 100% tailored to you, whether you’re catching a glimpse of a lantern-lit geisha with private tour guides in Kyoto or moving between crowded ramen joints and karaoke bars with private tour guides in Tokyo.

Feel the soul of each city

Major cities in Japan share several attractions. From Nagasaki to Nagoya, no matter where you are with our private guides in Japan, you’ll find stunning cityscapes, ultra-modern attractions, historic temples, and jaw-dropping natural beauty. But each city also brings its own list of must-sees waiting to be discovered with the best private tour guides in Japan by your side. Between the speaker-shaking nightlife in Tokyo and Osaka, the cultural treasures of Kanazawa and Kyoto, and the cool charisma of Sapporo and Fukuoka, feel the country’s soul with private guides in Japan.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Yu was great and showed me restaurants that I never would've known about without him. I'm going back to two of them everyday for the rest of the holiday now. Yu was great to talk to and hang out with. Had a fantastic time

February 2025

Samuel J
Sumire had a lot of interesting stories to tell not just about Fukuoka city & the places we went to, but also about herself. It was really nice getting to know her as an individual & we had good conversation over the course of the 3 hours we spent together. She was really genuine & sincere in getting to know me & sharing her recommendations around the city.

February 2025

Jacqueline C
Eli was such an accommodating and knowledgeable tour guide! She was able to answer all our questions and gave really interesting insights on Fukuoka. She was also very flexible in planning the itinerary for us. We enjoyed our time and tour with her a lot. Highly recommended!

February 2025

Kyra G
Great experience. Ai Kim is very responsive and professional. We went to some great spots. Good conversations. Highly recommended! Great value!

January 2025

James R