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Take to the skies in Tokyo! This tour includes pick-up and drop-off by private chauffeur, a 30 min helicopter ride above Tokyo departing from Saitama Misato Heliport and a luxurious dinner in a private room (your choice among three dining options.)

Cruise along the Sumida river with unrivaled views of the cherry blossoms on a yakatabune boat. Enjoy a multi-course kaiseki meal made before your eyes by a professional chef and free flow of drinks like champagne, sake, wine, whisky and more.

Marvel at the fleeting beauty of Japan’s cherry blossoms aboard an open-top sightseeing bus that will take you through Chidorigafuchi, Tokyo Midtown and Tokyo Tower, while you enjoy a course lunch with free flowing drinks.

See cherry blossoms, food stalls and paper lanterns of the Asakusa riverbank while cruising on a traditional yakatabune boat across the Sumida River. Enjoy a seasonal bento lunch with sweets while basking in the unique spring views of Tokyo.

A Japanese cultural practice that originated in Kyoto, take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony with a licensed tea ceremony instructor. Enjoy high-quality Kyoto matcha and intricate Japanese sweets, as you learn about tea ceremony etiquette.

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Indulge in a premium dining course, learn to whisk matcha to enjoy with traditional sweets and bask in the sights of a historical treasure trove in this experience in a 280-year-old teahouse inside the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno.

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Experience a beloved pastime of a bygone era aboard a private yakatabune (roofed boat). Cruise the Tokyo city waterways (Odaiba, Rainbow Bridge, Skytree), enjoy an elegant kaiseki meal prepared by renowned chefs, & more.

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Partake in a traditional tea ceremony in a Japanese garden. Learn about this key aspect of Japanese culture as you sip on freshly brewed tea served with wagashi and take in the natural scenery. A kimono option is available.

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Would you make a good sumo wrestler? Find out in this unique restaurant in Asakusa. Watch a Japanese dance performance and a sumo bout, eat a chanko nabe wrestler meal, and, if you’re brave, suit up and challenge a real sumo wrestler in the dohyo!

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Uncover the world of sumo less than 30 minutes from central Tokyo! At Yokozuna Tonkatsu Dosukoi Tanaka, you can feast on Chanko Nabe and Tonkatsu alongside a sumo match. After your meal, it’s your turn to square off with a former sumo wrestler.

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Join Ken, a professional guide, to uncover Gion's history, culture, & landmarks during this walking tour. Experience a Japanese lunch (tempura, sushi, or karaage) & a captivating geisha show on this journey through Kyoto's historic district.

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Discover the warmth of Japanese omotenashi (hospitality) during this traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a renovated townhouse in Kyoto. Join tea master Randy Channell for a peaceful tea ritual featuring Kyoto matcha and local sweets.

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This meditative tea experience near Meiji-jingu Shrine in Harajuku hopes to transport you out of Tokyo’s hustle and bustle and into a tasting of selected tea sourced from Mt. Ryuso in Shizuoka served in five different ways.

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Discover a serene but powerful retreat in the forested mountains of Nikko. Witness an impressive fire ceremony at Chuzenji Temple, steeped in 1,000 years of history. Then, feast on a kaiseki dinner with seasonal ingredients.

Experience ancient Kyoto and indulge in its cuisine in Nishijin Lifestyle Museum Tondaya, a 140-year-old townhouse designated as a tangible cultural property of the city. Enjoy a guided tour followed by a traditional kaiseki meal by candlelight.

Enjoy a picnic with locals at Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park and experience the Japanese tradition of hanami (cherry blossom viewing)! Enjoy a casual tea ceremony under the sakura trees and learn more about Japanese culture while nibbling on seasonal snacks.

A genuine Japanese tea ceremony experience with interactive tea preparation and a lecture on the cultural significance and history of the ceremony. Enjoy the tea you make with traditional Japanese confections meant to be paired with matcha tea.

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In this family-friendly experience, watch a sumo bout while enjoying a hearty “sumo stew” in an all-you-can-eat restaurant in Osaka produced by former ozeki wrestler Konishiki Yasokichi where you can interact with real sumo wrestlers.

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Experience an Osaka-style Japanese tea ceremony alongside an expert! You’ll participate in a tea ceremony, discover the surrounding customs and etiquette, then learn how to make matcha tea and enjoy sweet treats.

In this unique guided dining experience, enjoy tea-based beverages and fine dining in two trendy Tokyo restaurants with a knowledgeable guide. You’ll enjoy a course meal, take part in a tea-making workshop and enjoy tea-based drinks.

Pick your favorite tea bowl, experience a tea ceremony and learn how to make your own tea, then enjoy it together with traditional sweets in this unique tea ceremony experience in a machiya house in Kyoto that’s over 100 years old!

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Experience a Japanese tea ceremony in a 130-year-old townhouse in Kyoto! Learn about the history, culture, and etiquette of this ancient ritual, enjoy matcha with traditional Japanese sweets, and learn how to make matcha the traditional way.

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A fun time for the whole family, you’ll dress, train, and eat like a ninja during this immersive experience in Asakusa! Test out your shuriken, blowgun, and sword skills, then refuel with a ninja-themed menu followed by a casual tea ceremony.

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Join a tea ceremony experience in Kyoto! Learn about the history of Japanese tea, watch a ceremonial matcha demonstration, and make and enjoy matcha and traditional wagashi sweets. You’ll leave with newfound knowledge and unforgettable memories!

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Enter the world of Japanese tea in Tokyo! Witness a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, enjoy a fresh bowl of premium matcha, & then learn how to prepare tea as a master would. You’ll also learn about Japanese culture, zen principles, & more.

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Indulge in a variety of meat cuts and side dishes in this private Kyoto dining experience. You’ll visit a local restaurant tailored to your dietary needs, enjoy melt-in-your-mouth wagyu beef, and learn about Japanese culture from Hiroshi, your guide.

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A local welcomes you into her home in this private experience near Tokyo Disney. Participate in a tea ceremony with traditional sweets and learn to play the koto, a Japanese string instrument, in this unique introduction to Japanese arts.

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Immerse yourself in traditions of time past in this cultural experience in the heart of Tokyo! You’ll enjoy a traditional tofu lunch prepared Edo-period style, a tatami coaster making workshop and a tea ceremony in Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district.

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