Off-the-beaten-track Destinations

Combine visits to must-see locations like Tokyo with journeys off the beaten track out into the countryside, to catch a glimpse of hidden Japan in our culturally focused tours. Our itineraries have been carefully curated to introduce visitors to Japan’s affluent history and culture using walking tours through cities and into regions away from the established routes, along with overnight stays in small family-run inns.

Each tour focuses on a unique aspect of the region you visit; from the indigenous Ainu culture of Hokkaido to the gassho-zukuri thatched rooftops of Shirakawa. Follow in the footsteps of feudal lords or dive into the origins of local cuisine in our curated cultural tours, and discover the best well-kept traditions of Japan.