Top 10 Most Popular Japan Tours & Attractions in 2025/2026

Japan in 2025 is a stunning coalescence of soaring mountains, historic cities, culinary wonders, and high-tech thrills. Whether you’re navigating neon-lit streets in Tokyo, tracing ancient shrines in Kyoto, cruising along Mount Fuji’s lakeside, or wandering peaceful forests at Hiroshima and Miyajima, each region offers unforgettable adventures.

We’ve curated the Top 10 Japan tours and sights that travelers are booking right now on GoTicketless, ranging from bespoke private tours and UNESCO-listed destinations to adrenaline-fueled street go‑kart rides and sushi‑making experiences. Here’s how to experience the best of Japan’s culture, nature, and city life.

1. Tokyo Private Tour with a Local Guide – A fully customized sightseeing tour of Tokyo, tailored to your interests from 2 to 8 hours, covering places like Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, and Tsukiji Fish Market.

2. Private Tour to Mt. Fuji & Hakone (Lake Ashi, Ropeway, 5th Station) – Spend the day exploring scenic views of Mount Fuji, traditional villages, and Lake Ashi with expert commentary.  

3. Kyoto 1-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide – Discover Kyoto’s cultural heart with visits to Nijo Castle, Gion district, Kiyomizu-dera, and more alongside a government-certified guide.

4. Hiroshima & Miyajima Full-Day Private Tour – Learn about Japan’s history with a visit to the Peace Memorial in Hiroshima, then ferry to Miyajima Island and its iconic floating torii gate.

5. Tokyo 4-Hour Private Tour – A shorter version of the full-day guide, ideal for time-crunched visitors wanting top Tokyo sites like Asakusa, Shinjuku, and Harajuku.

6. Tokyo Street Go-Kart Tour (Shibuya/Harajuku) – Dress up in character and drive through iconic districts in this playful, photo‑friendly guided go-kart experience.

7. Tsukiji Fish Market Tour & Sushi-Making Class – Visit the famous market with a pro chef and learn to craft sushi in a hands-on cooking lesson.

8. Tokyo Small‑Group Biking Tour – Pedal through Tokyo’s streets and parks including Meiji Shrine, Aoyama, and Ginza with a local guide.

9. SUMO Example Demonstration – Watch real sumo training or exhibition matches with accompanying cultural insights in a guided experience.

10. Kamakura 4-Hour Private Trip from Tokyo – Visit the Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple, and Komachi Street on a conveniently guided shoot from Tokyo.

Ticket Information:

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• Print out in advance or present via mobile device
• Cancellation depends on the ticket type chosen. See ticket information for more details.
• Magic Made Simple: Just £5 Total Deposit Today. Pay 14 days before start date*

Guide Prices For Japan

Tokyo Private Tour with Local Guide
Duration: 2–8 hours (customised)
Price: from £96

Mount Fuji & Hakone Private Day Trip
Duration: approx. 10 hours
Price: from £220

Kyoto Private Day Tour with Licensed Guide
Duration: 6–8 hours
Price: from £125

Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Tour
Duration: approx. 8 hours
Price: from £190

Tokyo 4-Hour Private Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Price: from £75

Tokyo Street Go-Kart Tour (Shibuya/Harajuku route)
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price: from £64

Tsukiji Market Visit & Sushi-Making Workshop
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Price: from £85

Tokyo Small-Group Biking Tour
Duration: approx. 3.5 hours
Price: from £55

Sumo Demonstration with Commentary
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price: from £38

Kamakura 4-Hour Private Tour from Tokyo
Duration: 4 hours
Price: from £110

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• Tickets will become available to download from your Go Ticketless account dashboard upon your payment clearing.
• Tickets only valid from the date selected when booking. No refund for partially used tickets.
• Tickets are only valid for the stated attraction and for the purpose as stated on the description.

*Just £5 Deposit maybe available for select attractions where your selected start date is more than 14-days away from today. Full payment is required to clear before midnight 14-days prior to selected start date. If payment has not cleared by 29:59 local time by the cut-off date, the tickets will automatically be cancelled without prior notification.

Cancellation Policy: Please see individual attraction details for cancellation policies. If the attraction selected is eligible for cancellation, a refund will be offered as long as the order is cancel before the stated period expires*. Customers can cancel their tickets via their Go Ticketless account dashboard, via Live Chat or WhatsApp (during operational hours) or via emailing tickets@goticketless.co.uk. Email cancellation notifications will only be dealt with on the next working day (Mon-Sat during operational hours). We suggest you DO NOT leave cancelling your tickets until the last moment.

*If full payment has been made for an order that is valid for cancellation, an admin fee of £5 per person will be applied before any funds are returned. If you cancel an order that is valid for cancellation, and you have only paid the deposit, we’ll provide you with a £5 discount code to use against a future purchase.