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OMAKASE

Perfect for travelers searching for more freedom during their Japan trip. We take care of your hotels and private guide, and the rest are up to your desires and budget.

JAPAN BY RAIL

Travel Japan at your own pace and interests at an affordable price by using public transportations. It's the most economical way to have your private tour.

LUXURY

Travel Japan in style with a private guide and driver for sightseeing based on your interests, as well as the best hotels and ryokans.

Japan by Rail Private Journeys

Our Japan by Rail Private Journeys are designed for those who want to travel Japan at their own pace and interests at an affordable price. A private journey to Japan can be expensive. For a small group of 2 people (or a group smaller than 8 people), public transportation is the most cost efficient way to travel Japan. Japan has the world's most convenient public transportation system. Depending on the cities and area, trains cover all transportation needs. Japan's trains are spotless, quiet, and always on time. However, there is a lot of walking involved if you travel by train since some attractions are far from the station. Luggage handling can also be a potential problem, however, as Japan specialists, we know how to make your travels as smooth as possible.

Our Japan by Rail Private Journeys feature carefully chosen, centrally located hotel accommodations near stations and sights. This is convenient for exploring the city without hassle as you travel with our private guides by public transportation.

Japan by Rail Private Journeys

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
The Golden Route Japan Private Tour By Rail
The Golden Route Japan Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

7 Days 6 Nights | from US $3598.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Best of Japan Private Tour By Rail
Best of Japan Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $4698.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

12 Days 11 Nights | from US $6540.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail with 
Snow Monkey
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail with Snow Monkey
38 reviews

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8290.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail with 
Nakasendo Trail
The Golden Triangle of Japan Private Tour By Rail with Nakasendo Trail
38 reviews

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8360.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Classic Japan Private Tour By Rail
Classic Japan Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8090.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Japan Autumn Leaves Private Tour By Rail
Japan Autumn Leaves Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8540.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Japan Cherry Blossom Private Tour By Rail
Japan Cherry Blossom Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $7860.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Tokyo & Hakone Private Tour By Rail
Tokyo & Hakone Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

6 Days 5 Nights | from US $2730.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Private Tour By Rail
Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

6 Days 5 Nights | from US $3140.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Nagano, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawago &  
Kanazawa Private Tour By Rail
Nagano, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawago & Kanazawa Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

6 Days 5 Nights | from US $3490.00

Private Tour | Japan by Rail
Himeji, Okayama, Kurashiki, Matsue, Izumo & Hiroshima  
Private Tour By Rail
Himeji, Okayama, Kurashiki, Matsue, Izumo & Hiroshima Private Tour By Rail
38 reviews

7 Days 6 Nights | from US $4600.00

Our Japan by Rail Private Journeys feature:

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Advice from specialists who expertise in Japan, all of whom are tour guides with years of background working in Japan

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Flexible and personalized itinerary planning

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An intinerary listing all included entry fees for each site

4

Airport meet and greet as well as return airport transfers are NOT included unless requested.

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Travel services provided by public transport, including taxi, bus, subway, and bullet train

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Ordinary class seats on bullet trains and separate luggage transfers are included on select tours (first class bullet train seats can be arranged upon request.)

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A local guide to shepherd you during your tour

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Accomodations centrally located near stations and sights

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Lunches and dinners are NOT included, tour guides will give suggestions and recommendations for restaurants.

Rail Private Journeys feature

Plan your trip

When you contact us through e-mail or phone, we will discuss the type of trip and services you're interested in. There are many things to consider when planning your trip to Japan, such as your travel date, length of stay, destination cities, points of interest, and budget. Based on this information, we will create an initial “sketch” itinerary that includes an outline of recommended travel routes, destinations, accommodations, transportation type, and services we can provide.

If you're not sure which Japan tour is for you, many of our clients select one of our existing Omakase Private Journeys, Japan by Rail Private Journey & Luxury Private Journey itineraries and modify it according to their interests and budget. Other clients have their own ideas about what to see and do, or even a specific itinerary in mind. Please have a look through some of the itineraries for inspiration. Our itineraries are create by Japan specialists, all of whom have years of background working as a tour guide in Japan.

Our Japan Private Journeys Inquiry Form is designed to give us a clear picture of your interests and preferences, so that we can create the ideal vacation for you. If one of our itinerary is the ideal base plan for you, please mention so in your inquiry. We will customize the plan so that it will meet your specific needs and desires.


Reviews for Our Japan Private Journeys

  4.9 stars based on 38 REVIEWS

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Japan Private Custom Tour

12/25/2022 - 1/3/2023 / 2023-2-13   

I Luved everything Our organizer Kiyoshi was amazing and Joyce is simply the best guide anybody could ever dream of!!! She is a gem! Luvvvvvvv her! Consider her family at this point !!! 1000%% would recommend

Ms. Bertolani

Japan Private Custom Tour

12/1/2022 - 12/10/2022 / 2022-12-01   

Trip to Japan was our long waited journey since our last booking for Olympic games was cancelled. With AJT during strict provisions in entering Japan since pandemic, were all made possible. Our family had the most wonderful experience throughout the whole 10 days in Japan. We are very glad of AJT's service. From doing our itinerary, promptly replying my mails and questions, the accomodation, sightseeing, transport service from airport to hotel and back. Our patient and hospitable tour guide Ms. Barbara Chin, We might lost from metro without you. We are happy with your company. Absolutely amazing to see Japan and the helpful warm people. Our trip was all worth it! Thank you for organizing everything smoothly and clearly this trip. From: Mrs. Koskinen Tavallisesti kun matkustamme, kuljemme omatoimisella matkalla, siis ostaen lennot ja hotellit itse. Japanin matkan hinta tuntui ennen matkaa kalliilta. Mutta matkan aikana huomasimme, että ohjelma ja järjestelyt olivat huolellisesti suunnitellut. Liikkuminen Tokion metroissa, matka tulivuorelle olisi ollut omatoimimatkalla hyvin hankala toteuttaa. Oppaan palvelut olivat täsmällisiä ja hyvin hoidettuja. Kuljetukset lentokentältä ja lentokentälle oli hyvin hoidettuja. Jälkeenpäin ajatellen , matkan hinta oli ollut kohtuullinen ja olemme tyytyväisiä saamaamme palveluun. Message from: Mr. Kalevi Koskinen

Ms. Marylou

Japan Private Custom Tour

11/9/2022 - 11/27/2022 / 2022-11-29   

Kiyoshi-san: It does not seem like this person sleeps. He is always so prompt in responding to our never ending questions, even when we send e-mails late at night. We also recognize that some of our questions are hard to answer, because Japan had not opened itself to visitors when we made our reservations with AJT, but Kiyoshi-san always takes time and effort to reply to every single one of our question to the best of his ability. When we had to change our itinerary (because Japan finally opened-up), Kiyoshi-san was very prompt in sending us our revised itinerary once we asked for it - we really appreciate this. Kiyoshi-san, thank you for making this trip for us possible. We would not have gone through with this trip, but for your speedy and detailed responses. We also want to thank you for your patience and understanding (as we were hedging on Japan opening up, and also our own work commitment) as we took some time to finally make payment. Kiyoko-san: We are extremely fortunate to have met a tour guide like Kiyoko-san. A very friendly, warm, witty and patient tour guide. Always going the extra mile for us behind the scenes - this is something we really appreciate. All 5 of us are extremely happy with your services. and we are so grateful and lucky to have a tour guide like you. Kiyoko-san, if you are reading this, we want to let you know that we have spread your good- name to our close contacts - anyone who is keen on doing the Nakasendo Trail (or any other tours / hike in Japan), your name is number 1 on the list. You may not see us so soon, but you will likely meet some of our other friends soon. Thank you Kiyoko-san! When you come to Singapore, please remember to contact us and we will bring you out for a nice meal. Thank you AJT for making this trip possible for us.

Mr. Tay

Japan Private Custom Tour

11/19/2022 - 11/28/2022 / 2022-12-6   

This was the perfect tour. We were a group of 10; 6 adults and 4 kids. We had the time of our lives thanks to this fantastic private tour. 100% recommendable. All our tour guides were excellent, they went above and beyond for us, specially Hiro. We travel a lot so, we can say this tour was outstanding.

Ms. Lattore

Japan Private Custom Tour

11/8/2022 - 11/18/2022 / 2022-11-27   

My wife and I booked a Private Custom Tour as our trip included visiting traditional sites, relatives and friends in multiple cities. Our travel agent (Kiyoshi Katsume) was terrific with structuring our itinerary (we had to cancel and re-book due to COVID). The guides/translators were extremely professional, personable, flexible and kind. They helped us with anything and everything that presented itself. We would highly recommend working with Japan Tours.

Mr. Bailey

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