Tailor-made Tours in Japan

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Explore Japan differently through unique and exclusive experiences!

If touring with a group isn't your style or you can't find what you're looking for in our catalog of self-guided tours, designing a custom tour is the perfect option for you. Plan your dream trip with our experts and book your very own tailor-made tour!

100% Customizable

Our Travel Planners are here to craft the trip of your dreams with you, helping you make your dream itinerary fitted to your needs.

Local Experts

We have a network of local partners working with our onsite team to offer you a unique choice of accommodations and activities.

7/7 Local Assistance

Thanks to our teams in Japan, we're available to help you every day, through all channels, including WhatsApp, for worry-free travels!

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What does a Japan Experience tour look like?

From the snowy landscapes of Hokkaido to the crystal-clear tropical waters of Okinawa, our tours will take you on a unique adventure across the Japanese archipelago. From the bustling urban megacities of Japan to the quiet rural villages, from the neon-lit streets of the most vibrant neighborhoods to the steamy rock-cut onsen baths carved in sublime mountain slopes, let us plan the trip of a lifetime for you!

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Himeji Castle, UNESCO world heritage, easy access from Kyoto for a 1-day excursion

Highlights of Japan Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 15 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Takayama, Tokyo

The beautiful scenery of Tsunoshima Bridge in Yamaguchi Prefecture, between Hiroshima and Fukuoka

Japan from North to South Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 21 days
Locations : Sapporo, Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Takayama, Kyoto, Okayama, Miyajima, Fukuoka, Naha

Nara Sika deers are sacred, and protected as National Treasures.

Japan Family Tour Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 14 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone - Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Tokyo

Tokyo to Okinawa beaches Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 18 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Okinawa

Exclusive Japan Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 13 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Tokyo

Japanese countryside on the island of Kyushu in Japan, near Kumamoto

Urban and Rural Japan Group Tours in Japan

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Duration : 21 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Naoshima, Osaka, Kobe, Takachiho, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Hiroshima, Miyajima

Between Manga and Tradition Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 15 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Okayama, Miyajima, Osaka

Mount Fuji during cherry blossom (Sakura)

Tokyo, Mount Fuji & Kyoto Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 10 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto

Red Maple leaf on head of little Japanese Buddhist monk doll rock in Japanese Garden

Japanese Immersion Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 14 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone - Mt Fuji, Hiroshima, Osaka, Koyasan, Kyoto

Yumeshima artificial island, the site of Expo 2025 Osaka

Japan's Classics and World Expo 2025 Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 11 days
Locations : Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka

Japanese martial arts athlete training samourai kendo

Path of the Samurai Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 16 days
Locations : Tokyo, Kawaguchiko, Matsumoto, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto

Couple walking on street while holding umbrella in Kyoto

Romantic tour in Japan Self-Guided Tours in Japan

Duration : 13 days
Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Okayama, Miyajima, Kyoto

Meet our team of Travel Planners

Meet our team of Japan local experts, ready to help you build your perfect holiday in Japan.

Vincent

Studied university in Japan
Lived in Tokyo, Enoshima (Fujisawa) and in Shikoku
Passionate about Japanese matsuri

Virginie

Lived in Tokyo
Expert on Japanese countryside and small villages
Passionate about onsen and sento

Listy

Studied for 5 years in Japan
Lived in Tokyo and Nagasaki
Expert on outdoor activities

Laetitia

Lived in Oita
Practices yosakoi, a folk Japanese dance from Kochi
Expert in Japanese immersion

Meet the rest of the team!

Travel to Japan with our tailor-made tours!

Watch our video below to understand how tailor-made tours and to see how we can help you craft your dream trip!

Why book a tailor-made tour with Japan Experience?

Here at Japan Experience, our tours are imagined, built, crafted and carried out by the same team. A team that's been driven by the same passion: turning your dream trip to Japan into a reality. This makes us your perfect partner for your trip to Japan, for 3 reasons:

We offer the best advice. We specialize only in Japan travel, meaning we know the country inside and out. Our team is made exclusively of passionate individuals having either lived or traveled extensively in Japan. Activities, accommodation... Unique spots and things to do, to create a trip that'll be personalized for you ! Of course, our team also has plenty of secret travel recommendations they'll share with you. As we're already doing with our over 5,000 articles of Japan travel advice.
We offer the best prices. Thanks to being 100% focused on Japan travel, we have a unique network of local partners who work daily with our local team in Japan, as well as our international team making multiple trips a year to negotiate the best deals for you. This means we have a direct relationship with our local partners, which means cheaper travels for you: no intermediaries taking a cut.
We guarantee a safe trip. Indeed, our sales team, our booking team and our assistance team are all in-house and work together to build your trip. Over 40 years of experience, multiple offices across the world, thousands of travelers trusting us every year, countless partnerships with media & influencers... Japan Experience is a leader in the Japan travel field. Oh, and we're also the 1st worldwide seller of the Japan Rail Pass.

How to book a Custom Japan Tour with Japan Experience?

Personalized Consultation

Share with us the main points of your itinerary, your dates, preferences and your budget.

Customized Itinerary

Your dream trip takes shape here, as our team builds your unique journey through Japan!

Booking and Confirmation

Once your ideal itinerary is set, we handle the rest, our Japan teams booking everything for you.

Pre-Trip Support

Our dedicated team remains at your service for any last-minute queries, as well as during your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tailor-Made Tours

Opting for a tailor-made trip to Japan allows you to customize your itinerary according to your desires and interests. Whether you want to discover the temples of Kyoto, the excitement of Tokyo, the cultural richness of Osaka or travel off the beaten path, our Japanese travel experts will work with you to create an itinerary that suits your wishes. You will be able to fully enjoy the discovery of Japan at your own pace and according to your preferences.

The cost of customized tours in Japan depends on many factors such as the duration of the trip, the cities visited, the accommodations chosen (hotels, ryokans, etc.), transportation, guided tours and activities. We work with you to create a customized itinerary that fits your budget. The price of your customized trip will generally include accommodations, transportation (international flights not included), some tours and activities, and the assistance of our Japan specialist consultants.

With custom tours, our Japan travel experts will help you plan a cultural itinerary to discover the country's riches. For example, you can visit iconic temples such as Kinkaku-ji in Kyoto, explore the Japanese mountains such as Mount Fuji or the Japanese Alps, and discover cultural cities such as Kanazawa, Hakone or Hiroshima. We will adapt to your wishes and advise you on the sites you should not miss.

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