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Uncover new and exciting adventures in Japan by taking part in our small group tours. Go sightseeing at your own pace surrounded by travellers like you. Provided by top tour operators & travel companies, our small group tours in Japan will offer you the perfect balance between spending time on your own and group activities. View all  small group tours  and all small group travel agencies .

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Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo Tour

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Japan Express: Osaka to Tokyo

The whole trip was so incredible. All made possible by our excellent tour guide Mayumi. She is a asset to your company and I will miss her.

Japan One Life Adventures - 10 Days Tour

Japan One Life Adventures - 10 Days

This tour definitely captures the best of what japan has to offer! I had so many different experiences and it has given me an amazing insight of the places in japan⭐️ There is quite a bit of travel involved so make sure you are prepared ????

Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food Tour

Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food

Japan was so fun! A looooooot of free time so do you researches about what to do and visit in every city. Would have love more ''organised'' activities (like a dinner every night with the group,...). Compared to other G Adventures tour I did in the past, I felt that this group was less stick together since there was only a few group activities.

Japan Real Food Adventure Tour

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Japan Real Food Adventure

June 2023. Take this tour and you won't regret !

Japan Highlights Tour

Japan Highlights

Loved seeing Japan. Very busy itinerary - 55 miles walked in 8 days but really enjoyable.

Hidden Tokyo Experience Tour

Hidden Tokyo Experience

I expected this to be more touristy but I WAS SO SHOCKED This is a local tour! I felt like we had the nicest guides all Japanese and they knew so many little spots that you would never find yourself! Take this tour if you want to see the real Japan

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We had an amazing holiday. Japan was all we had hoped for. The group worked so well, we all got on and became good friends. Shingo, our guide was totally great. He was so pleasant and helpful. His English not brilliant but he did a great job. We felt maybe a little more information on places and sights might have been good. He was constantly helping us all and looking after us. He made great suggestions for meals and always checked up on us all, even when we split into smaller groups for the evening. He went way beyond what he could have done and made everyone feel safe and well looked after. He even helped booking all our onward travel and ensured we were all ok on the day. Wonderful man!! The hotels were nice, if a little small with almost no storage in most of them! Breakfasts were generally very good. We saw and did so much. In fact, we felt sometimes it was a little too much to fit into each day, and either missed some things out or were too rushed, missing stopping and looking at leisure at things and shops etc. Shingo was so patient, even when we caused him to run a little late! Due to distances covered we spent a lot of time travelling which was an interesting experience. Just meant time at destinations was a little short. As Most of us were older we all felt very tired at the end of each day and struggled especially when we had to carry back packs whilst waiting to be reunited with luggage. Dont know what the answer is, if extra days added, then expense goes up. If itinerary cut back, then Interesting sights missed out! Overall, a truly great trip. We enjoyed it all!

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Japan Discovered (No. 1 Best Selling Tour) Tour

Japan Discovered (No. 1 Best Selling Tour)

Our trip to Japan was long awaited and researched. Tourradar did not disappoint. There were numerous different tours of Japan to choose from, and after much debate we chose the Japan discovered 14 day cultural tour. Booking was easy and efficient and the tour company which ran our individual tour, Unique Japan Limited were amazing. Lots of pre trip information, an app to download with a summary, full itinerary, travel documents, destination documents, weather, maps and a messaging portal plus extra information on each day of the itinerary about our accommodation and things to do during free time. We had a great group of 11 plus our lovely tour guide Mika who navigated us around the jam packed itinerary effortlessly. We then had specialist guides at each destination who had in depth local knowledge. The places we went to and activities we undertook were great, highlights being the tea ceremony at Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa, Maiko meet and greet in Kyoto, washi paper and soba noodle making and the snow monkeys in Nagano. We were lucky enough to have clear skies on our approach to Tokyo so got stunning photos of Mt Fuji from the air. Luck smiled on us again with clear skies on the day we visited Hakone, so more stunning photos of the mountain then too! Would thoroughly recommend both companies and definitely encourage anyone to visit Japan. Far from being a country ticking off exercise, we are now planning to return and explore further.

Iconic Japan National Geographic Journeys Tour

Iconic Japan National Geographic Journeys

I enjoyed the contrast between urban and rural Japan. We also got to see the fish market in Tokyo and enjoy a sushi demonstration and meal. Travelling with a small group made it and easy adventure.

7 Days Customized Best Japan Tour, Private & Daily Departure Tour

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7 Days Customized Best Japan Tour, Private & Daily Departure

Excellent customer service. Very efficient and responsive. Guides were informative. Thank you. I’ll be using your travel again. Highly recommend.
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10 Days Private Tailor-Made Japan Trip, Daily Departure Tour

10 Days Private Tailor-Made Japan Trip, Daily Departure

The tour was great! We liked the tour guides, though one was delayed because of a train accident. Their English was generally good, and one took us "off tour" to show us some of the hidden gems in her community; we liked that especially.

Best of Japan - 8 days Tour

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Best of Japan - 8 days

A good tour. I understand that using public transport is part of the experience but on occasion I think it would have been more efficient to use a coach

A Classic 11 Day Japan Holiday Tour

A Classic 11 Day Japan Holiday

12-Day Japan Family Adventure through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Beyond Tour

12-Day Japan Family Adventure through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Beyond

Great trip Our guide, Juno was amazing. The weather was super hot but he managed to keep us comfortable as we moved very quickly on public transport from site to site. Juno always had good well-priced meal suggestions and was super organized and cheerful. The hotels were very good or better. The hotel in Tokyo was noisy because it was near a hospital. A lightweight suitcase, with excellent wheels would be my suggestion for luggage versus a duffle bag Hiroshima was the most moving part of the trip Hakone was the most fun and I wish we could have stayed a bit longer. We stayed a few extra days to go to Disneyland, and I would recommend staying near Disney property versus downtown Tokyo. We could’ve used a midday break and then return to the park for the evening fireworks but it was super hot and we pooped out before closing.
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This tour was excellent, six out of five stars! Very well organised, itinerary included everything with good amount of free time. Hostels booked were excellent and very clean.
Japan was so fun! A looooooot of free time so do you researches about what to do and visit in every city. Would have love more ''organised'' activities (like a dinner every night with the group,...). Compared to other G Adventures tour I did in the past, I felt that this group was less stick together since there was only a few group activities.
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Our small group Japan tour escorted groups (maximum of 8 to 12 tour members depending on the itinerary) allow us to stay in smaller ryokans and hotels, use public transportation and eat in smaller, intimate restaurants.

For those of you who wish to travel independently, these packages offer the perfect way to explore Japan. A little structure with a lot of flexibility may be the perfect combination for you!

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Late March/early April in Japan means beautiful weather and cherry blossoms are on their way. We have many itineraries that take full advantage of this beautiful season.

Our specialty tours are small escorted group tours that include the same travel style as our popular escorted tour packages. But they have a unique focus and a one of a kind itinerary with one of a kind experiences.

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Our Group Travel Services can provide you and your group with whatever you will need while visiting Japan.

Our small group tours are  well-balanced, educational, culturally-broadening, and most importantly, fun tours that inspire and inform.  By breaking down as many barriers as possible to the lifestyle, customs and traditions of Japan and the Japanese, our tour members travel as “ Temporary Japanese” allowing the maximum possible cultural exposure and experience.

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Japan Treasures: Best Small Group Tour, 2023 & 2024

Japan group tour for a week.

  • A carefully planned one-week tour lets you see the best that Japan has to offer.
  • Get a taste of Japanese culture, tradition, and cuisine at these top destinations. 
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  • Four-star hotels in the downtown area for a very comfortable stay
  • Very reasonable price for first-time visitors.
  • Small group or a private tour of the best of Japan. 
  • Customizable to highlight the beauty of Japanese cherry blossoms or fall foliage.

A visit to Japan can easily lead to addiction. Even if it is the first time you visit the local area, you will never get bored even for a week in a row. Many tourists, however, if they only have a week of vacation time, will enter the country in Osaka and go straight to Kyoto. Nara is also nearby if you would like to take a one-day round-trip tour. On the last day, go shopping in Osaka and visit Osaka Castle and other attractions. Here's what our Japanese local travel experts recommend - a 7-day small-group tour to discover the treasures of Japan. 

What You'll Get

On our 7-day small group tour, you can discover Japan's diverse and rich natural beauty. Learn about the unique culture and long history of Japan during a short stay. Additionally, you can see the politeness, craftsmanship, and professionalism of Japanese people, as well as good law and order.  

Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Tokyo 7-Day Group Tour Map

Small group tour itinerary, day 1: arrival - osaka.

Welcome to Japan! When you arrive at Kansai International Airport, our staff will greet you and assist you in boarding the chartered transport to your hotel. Upon arrival at your hotel and after a short rest, we will take you to Osaka's vibrant, colorful downtown district, the Dotonbori area. Here you can sample a wide variety of delicious Japanese cuisine. We will serve you a welcome dinner at the 'Kitchen of Japan,' in Osaka. After a hearty dinner and a walk, we will take you to your hotel for a good night's rest.  

Accommodation : Hotel Integrate Osaka Umeda 4* or similar

Meals : Dinner  

Day 2: Osaka - Kyoto

Today you'll meet your friends from other parts of the world to start our Japan small group tour for a week.

Our first stop today is the impressive symbol of Osaka - the Osaka Castle, which was struck by lightning back in 1665. Throughout its history, the castle has been rebuilt and modernized. It now has an elevator on the top floor, which makes it easy to access it. From the observation deck, one can admire the surroundings in a picturesque manner.  

Your tour of Osaka will include the Castle and Nishinomaru Garden, as well as Shittenoji Temple, Japan's oldest temple. Japan is an interesting country that combines old and new in an interesting way. As you discover the traditional sights of Osaka, you'll climb the Umeda Sky Building - an outstanding example of contemporary architecture. You can view the beautiful skyline of Osaka from its floating observatory.   

In the afternoon, we will transfer to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan, where we will visit various Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and many other traditional sites. 

Accommodation : Hotel Keihan Kyoto Ekiminami 4* or similar

Meals : Breakfast  

Day 3:  Kyoto

Today, you will visit the Temple of the Golden Pavillion, one of Kyoto's most famous landmarks. It is also known as the Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion. 

You will then visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, a Shinto shrine. In front of the shrine are a thousand crimson shrine gates reminiscent of scenes from "Memories of a Geisha." For lunch, we will eat Buddhist cuisine, known as 'shojin ryori' in Japanese. The next stop is Kiyomizudera, a Buddhist temple with a wooden observation deck offering stunning views of Kyoto. Take a stroll through the temple grounds and quaint streets of the area to get a feel for the traditional, historical charm of Japan.  

We finish this day in Gion, in downtown Kyoto, one of the most widely recognized geisha districts in the country. 

Meals : Breakfast and lunch  

Day 4: Nara

 We are spending this day in Nara, the capital of Japan during the 8th century. Nara is only a short train ride away from Kyoto. We begin our visit at Todaiji, a large Buddhist temple complex. In its Great Buddha Hall, you will find the world's largest bronze statue of Buddha. After Todaiji, we will take a stroll in a meticulously designed and maintained Isuien Garden. 

Nara Park is an essential part of any visit to Nara. As you walk through the park, you can feed the many friendly deer roaming freely, and also add more Japanese photographs to your growing collection. We will return to Kyoto after visiting the Kasuga Taisha Shinto shrine.   

Meals : Breakfast 

Day 5: Kyoto and Tokyo

You will set out on a scenic cycling tour around Kyoto's Arashiyama area, where you can marvel at bamboo forest groves, on your last morning in Kyoto. The Arashiyama Mountains (Storm Mountains) are known for their ancient bamboo groves. Kyoto's historic heart is a UNESCO heritage site for its scenic beauty, allowing visitors to enjoy the city in a distinct manner.   

Having concluded our visit to Western Japan, we will board the so-called 'shinkansen' bullet train and reach Tokyo in just a little over 2 hours. Upon our arrival at Tokyo Station, we will explore and walk around the fashionable, elegant, and vibrant Ginza area before reaching your hotel for a well-deserved overnight rest. 

Accommodation : Dai-chi Hotel Tokyo 4* or similar

Meals : Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6: Tokyo

Experience Tokyo on a one-day tour and explore the city guided by a local expert.

The first stop on the itinerary is the Edo Tokyo Museum and Imperial Palace. These vibrant and diverse locations reflect the country's rich history, culture, and traditions. We will visit the city's old downtown district, Shitamachi, or Asakusa, where ordinary people have lived and traded for centuries. Then, we will take a cruise down the Sumida River, which is certainly one of the most enjoyable ways to see and appreciate Tokyo. 

After the cruise, we will visit the Tokyo Tower. At the end of the tour, we will take you to Harajuku and Omotesando so you can experience Japan's funky, colorful, and stylish side. Say " さようなら " (Sayōnara, "Good-bye" in Japanese) to the friends in your small group. 

Day 7: Tokyo and departure from Narita International Airport

Depending on your departure time, you may have some free time to go shopping or take a stroll alone.  We will transfer you to the airport in a private vehicle.  

Meals: Breakfast   

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Our Deluxe-Plus small group tours offer the highlights of Japan along with lesser known sights that only locals would know. Enjoy more than just sightseeing. All of our Deluxe-Plus small group tours feature a wide range of cultural experiences by interacting with the people and places that represent all that is authentic about the destination. Relish in more luxurious hotels and partake in cultural activities for a more comprehensive experience. These small group tours give you an alternative and deeper understanding of Japanese culture and history. Additionally, these tours are leisurely paced so that you can spend more time at each location and truly soak in the tradition and culture of Japan. You'll travel by private coach on these tours, enabling relaxed, flexible exploration of our destinations. At select locations we will use public transport to explore the city, giving you the opportunity to see Japan as the locals do. With a maximum group size of 18 guests, our Deluxe-Plus small group tours are priceless since they combine enrichment, enjoyment, and education with the time to truly appreciate your surroundings. Read Less

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From neon-lit streets filled with people to quiet shrines filled only with silence, come face-to-face with a culture thousands of years in the making. Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Explore the cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, traveling between them on the famous shinkansen bullet train. Meet the incredible ama pearl divers and dine with them while hearing tales of their lives and traditions. Meet the bowing deer of Nara Park. Explore the historic geisha district of Kyoto, Gion. See the beauty of the Arashiyama bamboo forest and the Golden Pavilion. Dive deep into the culture of Japan with the Women’s Association of Kyoto. Stay among Buddhist monks at a monastery on Mount Koya and wander the moss-covered paths of Okunoin Cemetery. Visit the Peace Park and Memorial Museum of Hiroshima and hear first-hand accounts of the atomic bomb’s devastation. See the famous O-torii Gate of Miyajima Island. Explore the neon-soaked streets of Osaka’s Dotonbori district. Discover the thousand facets of culture, art, and life that make up the incredible spirit of Japan.

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  • Tokyo National Museum

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See the gleaming beauty of the Golden Pavilion.

Wander among the swaying trees of the Arashiyama bamboo forest.

Explore the neon-soaked streets of Osaka’s Dotonbori district.

Cultural Experiences:

Stay among Buddhist monks at a monastery on Mount Koya.

Meet Japan’s ama pearl divers and learn more about their elite profession.

Visit Hiroshima’s Peace Park and Memorial Museum and hear accounts of the atomic bomb’s devastation.

Culinary Inclusions:

Dive deep into the culture and social norms of Japan over dinner with the Women’s Association of Kyoto.

Enjoy a traditional, multi-course kaiseki meal.

Make delicious okonomiyaki, savory pancakes that are a Japanese favorite.

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  • Ise Grand Shrine
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  • Mikimoto Pearl Museum
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  • Peace Memorial Park & Museum
  • Discussion with an A-Bomb Survivor

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Enhance your tour with two nights in the dynamic urban landscape of Tokyo before your tour starts. Tokyo is an incredible city for exploration, with a world-class public transportation system that’s easy to use and can get you everywhere. Walk the eclectic neighborhoods, pop into the boutiques and shops, see the shrines, temples, and parks, and take Tokyo in at your own pace. Relax in Tokyo after a long flight, get a lay of the land, and then join your fellow travelers at the start of your tour. Independent You’re not accompanied by a Tour Manager during your extension stay. You’ll access locales you wish to visit on your own, and are free to create your own adventure.

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  • Your tour begins with an overnight flight to Tokyo, Japan.
  • Tokyo, Japan - Tour Begins
  • Welcome to Japan, the “Land of the Rising Sun." Uncover the electrifying city of Tokyo, where pop culture is turned all the way up and traditions are rich and long kept.
  • Tokyo is an incredible city for exploration; with a world-class public transportation system that’s easy to use and can get you everywhere. The day is yours to spend how you please. Perhaps you will take a tour of the Imperial Palace or visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine.
  • Enjoy an extra day at leisure as the rest of the group arrives today to begin your cultural journey through Japan.

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Extend your tour with four nights in the incredible city of Seoul, South Korea. You’ll explore the city, stopping at must-see sights like Gyeonbok Palace for the changing of the guard. Visit a South Korean- home and get to know the family during a homehosted lunch. You’ll even delve into the conflict between North and South Korea when you travel to the Demilitarized Zone for an exclusive tour of this storied border, and even get to talk to a North Korean defector. This extension is the perfect way to make the most out of your trip to the eastern hemisphere. Guided You’re accompanied by a Tour Manager throughout the extension, except for any time that’s set aside for independent discovery.

  • Osaka - Seoul, South Korea
  • Journey from Osaka to the capital city of South Korea, Seoul. An energetic and eclectic modern city with deep roots, Seoul has something for everyone. This evening is at leisure to relax. You may also choose to explore, as your hotel is centrally located only minutes from Namdaemun market and the popular Myeongdong neighborhood, well-known as a haven for foodies and fashionistas.
  • Today, head to the Korean Demilitarized Zone, or the DMZ, on our private coach. This conflict-ridden stretch of 150 miles between North and South Korea has been sealed tight for the last 68 years, and the struggles of the Korean War have yet to be resolved. Take an exclusive tour of this storied border, seeing Imjingak Park, the Bridge of Freedom, the DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and more. This is a rare opportunity to see the “Hermit Kingdom” of North Korea up close, and the long cold war between the two countries. Tonight, your evening is at leisure.
  • This morning, learn about the struggles in North Korea firsthand when you gather for a private talk with a North Korean defector. Learn about their life in North Korea, how they escaped to the south and are adjusting to their new life and the struggles they face in a new country. After, sit down for a home-hosted traditional Korean lunch with a local family, and get insight into daily life for a South Korean family.
  • Start your day by hopping on the subway and heading to to the awe-inspiring Gyeongbok Palace. Take a tour of the sprawling grounds and watch the elaborate and ceremonial changing of the guard. Next, visit Insadong Street, Seoul’s charming and colorful shopping area. Tour the narrow maze of alleys that hold tea shops, boutiques, galleries and cafes. You have the afternoon at leisure to explore the area, perhaps heading to the Museum of Contemporary History with its multimedia exhibitions, or the National Museum of Korea with its statues, paintings, and artifacts. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Seoul - Tour Ends
  • Say goodbye to the energy and splendor of Seoul as you depart for home.

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