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Outdoor activities in Japan

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Experience stargazing and photography in an international dark sky reserve

Ishigaki Island has been designated as Japan's first international dark sky reserve. Let's enjoy observing and photographing the beautiful starry sky together. This experience is held in Japanese. I can use a translation app and give simple explanations in English, but please note that my English is not perfect.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Iriomote Mangrove Kayak, Trek to Secret Waterfall

Chill out on the Iriomote Island, fulfilled with nature. Paddle through a Mangrove, Trek rainforest jungle to the secret waterfall. Outdoor Local Lunch and Local Tea or Fruits included.

5 out of 5 average rating, 504 reviews

Explore Mount Fuji Lakes & Countryside by E-Bike⁠

Experience Mt. Fuji’s foothills and lakeside beauty by comfortable pedal-assisted e-bike.

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 744 reviews

Explore Tokyo by go-kart(Driving Documents Needed)

IMPORTANT: Guests need a valid 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit, Original License and passport to participate. Drive by top landmarks like Toyosu, Ginza, Asakusa and more.

4.57 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews

Tokyo go kart 1 hour tour Shibuya, Shinjuku

*Important* You must have valid type of International Driving Permit to join this activity!! Please make sure to check our requirement section.

4.65 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Hokkaido: Furano Flower Shikisai-no-Oka Bus Tour

Bus Group 10 hours Day Tour Central Hokkaido from Sapporo! See the Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, and Furano's flower fields. English/Chinese/Japanese speaking Tour guide

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Tokyo Drift–style car meetup

Take part in an authentic car meet, in the style of the Fast and the Furious movie, drive on the Wangan expressway known for street racing, pass over the Rainbow Bridge and take photos near Tokyo Tower

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Matsumoto/Utsukushigahara Guided Trek

Explore the beautiful Utsukushigahara Highlands with a local mountain guide. Enjoy open grasslands, forest trails, and views of the Japanese Alps on this guided trek.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Private Tour with a fluent English-Speaking Guide

Discover Miyakojima’s hidden gems on a unique adventure tour. It's around 6-hour tour, and you can customize your itinerary to suit your preferences within the tour time.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Skip the Stress, Meet the Snow Monkeys

This is an exclusive, small-group guided experience that takes you deep into a hidden valley—home to the world-famous wild Japanese Macaques (Snow Monkeys)—and other spiritual/ physical experiences.

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Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo

Explore Mount Fuji, Lawson Fujikawaguchiko, Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai, and Hikawa Clock Shop on this full-day sightseeing tour. Includes English guide and transport.

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Niseko Ski Lesson with Hotel Pick-up

Experience Niseko’s famous powder snow with a private ski lesson. Hotel pick-up, lift tickets, ski equipment, and ski wear are included. Enjoy an unforgettable day on the slopes

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To a quiet forest and a snowy field.Niseko Ski Hiking Tour

This is a guided tour where you can cross-country ski, walk through Niseko's snow fields and forests, and ski on gentle slopes.The necessary ski equipment is included in the tour price and will be provided here.Please bring your own snowwear, hats, and gloves. Before departure, we will practice how to put on the snowshoes, walk, and stop, and then we will go around the snow field.Along the way, we will observe animal tracks and the winter landscape.Even beginners can participate, and the route and pace will be adjusted according to experience, physical condition, and the snow and weather conditions on the day.

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Amanohashidate, Ine Funaya & Miyama from Kyoto

Explore Ine’s Funaya boat houses, Amanohashidate Viewland, Chionji Temple, and Miyama’s thatched-roof village on this full-day sightseeing tour. Includes English guide and transport.

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Half-day hiking tour of Shosha-san Engyo-ji Temple

Shosha-san is a historic sacred mountain also known as the "Mount Hiei of the West," and it is also known as a location for the movie "The Last Samurai."This is a half-day hiking tour where you don't take the cable car, but instead slowly climb the mountain trail and enjoy the stunning views of Engyo-ji Temple at the summit and Himeji.

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Venus Private Hike – Walk Above the Clouds

Walk above the clouds on a private journey from Matsumoto to the Utsukushigahara Highlands. Explore beautiful trails at around 2,000m, surrounded by open grasslands, big skies and mountain views.

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Revitalize forests

A premium experience to learn about "thinning" to protect Japan's beautiful rural areas.Professional artisans provide careful instruction, so even first-timers can feel at ease.The thrill and exhilaration of holding a chainsaw and dynamically cutting down the giant tree in front of you!We offer a special 5-hour experience that satisfies your intellectual curiosity and can't be found anywhere else.

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MtTakao Hiking Tour: Full Day including Hot Spring

Hike Mt. Takao’s mystical trails, visit ancient temples, and soak in a hot spring with breathtaking views.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Explore Shibuya by Go-Kart: Driving Docs Required

IMPORTANT: Guests need a valid 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit, Original License and passport to participate Drive by landmarks like Imperial Palace, Shibuya, Tokyo Tower and more

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60-Minute Tokyo Asakusa Go-Kart Tour

IMPORTANT: Guests need a valid 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit, original License and passport to participate. Drive by top landmarks like Ueno, Akihabara, Asakusa and more.