Aichi Prefecture tours, things to do and tickets

Visit the historic city of Takayama and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shiragawa-go on a full-day tour from Nagoya. Discover Takayama's markets and food, and marvel at the scenery in Shiragawa-go.

Explore Hida Takayama and immerse yourself in its rich history. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Village to get lost in its beauty, and choose to add a meal plan with Hida Beef lunch.

Ghibli Park is a public facility that welcomes visitors into the world of Studio Ghibli. The tour includes a Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard. Enjoy the park's 3 popular areas of Ghibli's Grand Warehouse, Valley of Witches, and Mononoke Village to your heart's content. While immersed in the world of Studio Ghibli taking commemorative photos, buying souvenirs, and eating your fill, you'll find the day has gone by before you know it. After visiting Ghibli Park, you'll explore one of Aichi Prefecture's museums, which varies depending on the day of the week. **Until September 2025** The Aichi Museum of Flight [Daily] **From October 2025** The Aichi Museum of Flight [Monday, Tuesday, Friday - Sunday] Toyota Automobile Museum [Wednesday] Seto-Gura Museum [Thursdays] © Studio Ghibli

We will make a Japanese home-cooked meal together. (Partial demonstration) We use ingredients and seasonings that can be easily made at home.
You can also choose from a menu of specialty dishes unique to Osaka.
menu:
1. Ginger grilled pork, rice balls, miso soup and Japanese rolled omelette
2. Takoyaki
3. Kushikatsu and rice balls
4. Japanese lunch box
We will also give advice on how to shop at Japanese supermarkets.
We don't serve vegetarian or vegan. Please contact us regarding food allergies.

You can experience making kimonos and obis using materials (silk) and techniques passed down from ancient times in Japan. In particular, you can experience a gorgeous bridal dress that is rarely seen even by Japanese people.
For men, you can experience wearing the first formal kimono and hakama.
You can't go out wearing it, but you can enjoy taking pictures (with your own camera, etc.) in the Japanese-style corner in the room.

Experience Japan's historic tradition, culture, and architecture on this day trip to the villages of Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go. Learn what makes each stop unique from your guide.

Step into the past and experience life in rural Japan as you hike the Nakasendo trail from Tsumago-juku to Magome-juku on this small group tour with round-trip transportation from Nagoya or Nakatsugawa. Your experienced guide will lead you through the historic post town of Tsumago, along the 8 km Nakasendo trail, past waterfalls and wildlife, and into the stunning post town of Magome. Shop for handmade crafts and sample local fare. This tour will reward those who like to take the road less traveled and enjoy an adventurous experience into the heartland of Japan. **A non-hiking option of this tour is available for individuals who are not able to hike or prefer a more leisurely pace. Please contact us for more information about joining this tour as a non-hiker.

Discover Nagoya through the eyes of a true local. This private tour is all about you—your interests, your pace, and your comfort. With a 100% Nagoya-local, English-speaking guide, you’ll explore the city’s top highlights, hidden gems, and stories that bring it to life. Perfect for Nagoya first-time visitors, families, couples, solo travelers, and friends. Why Choose This Tour: ・Immersive experience with a friendly local guide · Fully customizable – share your interests (history, food, culture, etc.) · Kids and seniors welcome – flexible and relaxed pace ・Meet at your hotel lobby or Nagoya Station at 9:45 AM (flexible) ・Travel like locals by public transportation – efficient and stress-free Note: Nagoya Castle’s main tower is closed for construction, but you can still explore the beautiful samurai residence and castle grounds.

On this tour, you can explore the historical and cultural landmarks of Shirakawa-go in just one day. As it is a self-guided tour, you can enjoy meals and sightseeing at your own pace.

Take away the stress of having to navigate public transportation and travel in comfort with the reliability of a private transfer between Nagoya and your accommodation in Suzuka Circuit.

Located not far from Nagoya, Ise is blessed with abundant natural beauty, from towering cypress groves to indented coastlines and mountains painted in colorful foliage. The region is also home to Japan’s most sacred shrine, Ise-Jingu. Touring these sacred grounds is a special opportunity to understand the heart and soul of the Japanese people. Marvel at the natural beauty of the region and refresh your body and soul with spiritual experiences and delicious cuisine as you are led by an experienced, English-speaking guide from Nagoya on this full-day tour.

First-time visitors to Osaka who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private walking tour that utilizes the public transport system.
Experience both modern and ancient Osaka at attractions like the Umeda Sky Building, Osaka Castle, and more.
This plan is recommended for those who want to visit Osaka's popular tourist spots efficiently.
Select the "customizable tour" option and contact your guide 2 weeks in advance to create a fully personalized itinerary.

・Learn about the culture and history of Osaka from your English-speaking guide
・An easy way to see many places in one day of sightseeing
・Receive personalized attention on a private tour

You’ll join one of our local Osaka hosts for an exhilarating half-day experience of their city. From local food to must-see sites like Osaka Castle, you’ll discover the city’s unique charm and local culture. Customized to suit your taste, you’ll visit a creative neighborhood like the neon lit Dōtonbori, grab some lunch at a trendy market and discover iconic temples, historic landmarks and bustling shops.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests.
Based on your responses, youll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

In this cooking class in Osaka learn to cook an authentic Japanese meal with Yoko! Yoko learned to cook from her mother when she was young and later joined a culinary institute in Osaka. A food loving, travel loving, people loving Osakan, who is passionate about Japanese food and excited to share her knowledge and teach you about Japan's rich history and culture. Get introduced to Japanese cooking techniques, key ingredients, flavors while you learn to cook some popular Japanese dishes in your 1.5 hours cooking class in Osaka.

There is ninja training at the Ninja-Do. In addition, you can take lots of pictures in ninja costumes.

Leave the hustle and bustle of Osaka behind, as you are whisked via highway in a luxury car to the mountains that rise above nearby Kobe. Over the course of your private tour, you will ride a historical cable car, visit impressive gardens and a hot spring at Arima Onsen, with a native (or equivalent) English speaking guide providing information, insight, and fun.

We will visit the must see castle in Japan, the Osaka Castle. The story of Hideyoshi, who built this castle is loved by many Osaka citizen and he is regarded as one of the most popular hero in Japan.
Your guide will tell you about the role Osaka played in the past and now and culture and people of Osaka.

Tenjinbashisuji Shopping street is the longest (2.5km) shopping street in Japan serving Osaka locals.
Immerse yourself in the long arcade and feel like a local.

We will take a leisurely walk and you can enjoy shopping and dining like a local.

We use public transportation between sites.
Transportation, shopping and dining fees are your personal expenses.

In this tour, we offer you the most impressive and efficient itinerary so that you can make the best use of your stay in Osaka. Firstly you will experience the living history of the samurai warriors and the common people in Osaka by visiting museums and the castle. Secondly, you will explore Japan’s longest shopping street that is being loved by local people. Then you will visit and explore Dotonbori and find out why Osaka is called Japan’s food capital. Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Osaka.

Transportation and admission fees are all included and you don’t have to wait in a long queue at Osaka Castle on this tour.

We are the largest international sports community in Osaka and Kansai. Come meet local Japanese and foreigners living in Osaka; we love to play sports and meet new friends. You can come alone or with friends, we will make you feel welcome!

Explore everything in the Kansai areas, can offer on this private car charter! Enjoy the utmost convenience as you discover the must-sees of the city aboard a comfortable vehicle. You can fully customize your own itinerary (Osaka/Kyoto/Kobe/Nara)! Let the friendly driver pick you up from your hotel and help you find the most efficient route to get you to all the sights. Choose from two vehicles available, a 7 seater or 10 seater, depending on your travel party needs. At the end of the day, the driver will bring you back to your hotel or any other destination of your choice in the Kansai areas—easy and hassle-free!

Depart from Nagoya together with an English-speaking National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter who will tell you all about the post towns of Tsumago and Magome on this full-day tour! You can also experience a relaxing walk along approximately 3.3 kilometers of the Nakasendo Trail. The guide will lead you along roads that were once tread by samurai, so you don't need to worry about getting lost. Take a slip through time to the Japan from 400 years ago. Visit an area that is one of Japan's first Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings and which has been gathering attention as an international sightseeing spot. Place your mobile phone in your bag and say goodbye to the everyday. Experience the traditional rural atmosphere of Japan!!