One day Countryside Tour in tokyo

  • Photo Friendly
  • 9 Hours
  • 1-5 People
  • All weather

Day trip from Tokyo with a tour guide

Come and experience rural Japan for a day. The guide pickup from your hotel in Tokyo at 9am and drive you back to your hotel in Tokyo. The guide drive you deep into the countryside of rural Japan. Depending of the weather, he will drive you through the mountains. Visit the Dragon Taming Temple. Dine on the sneaky Iwana fish at Black Mountain Three Falls. Enjoy lunch on the summit of the mountains. Visit the temple of Sandals and end the day walking through Old Edo, Tokyo, Kawagoe. ¥40,000 person, lunch included.

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Amazing Views

We take you deep into the Japanese countryside, where breathtaking mountain views and the serene atmosphere of ancient temples await. Experience the hidden beauty of Japan like never before!

Family Friendly

Our tours are family-friendly, offering a relaxed pace, engaging cultural experiences, and destinations everyone can enjoy. Perfect for creating unforgettable memories together!

Professional Guide

Your guide has lived in Japan for over 30 years, exploring the countryside by motorcycle as a passion. With a background in tourism from Australia, they now share Japan’s hidden beauty through unforgettable tours.

Shuttle Included

The guide can only pick you up from the area in Tokyo. Narita airport is not Tokyo, so the guide cannot pick you up from there. If you have any questions, please contact +81 90 9829 3058.

Trip Itinerary

9:00 AM - Shuttle Pickup
The guide will pick you up from your hotel in Tokyo. He might be a little early depending on traffic. The guide can only pick you up from the area in Tokyo. Narita airport is not Tokyo, so the guide cannot pick you up from there. If you have any questions, please contact +81 90 9829 3058.
10:00 AM - Driving into the mountain
We will drive deep into the countryside of rural Japan. We drive the Kanetsu expressway to Saitama. We leave the expressway and drive through the narrow roads through the remote plum tree village.
10:30 AM - Dragon Taming Temple, Ogose
Ryūon-ji Temple, located in Ogose, Saitama, is a historic temple known for its majestic 600-year-old ginkgo tree that captivates visitors with its grandeur. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom beautifully, while autumn brings vibrant foliage, making it a serene destination to enjoy the changing seasons.
11:00 AM - Dragon Head Falls, foot of black mountain
Black Mountain’s Dragon Head Falls in Saitama is a breathtaking natural wonder, where cascading waters create a serene and picturesque setting. Particularly stunning in autumn when the surrounding foliage turns vibrant, it’s a perfect spot for capturing stunning photographs and immersing yourself in the beauty of nature.
12:15 PM - Top of Black Mountain
At the top of Black Mountain, we will spend time enjoying the scenic views and taking photographs.
12:30 PM - Lunch at Naguri
The dining location may vary depending on restaurant availability that day, but you will enjoy a delicious meal showcasing authentic Japanese cuisine. Lunch is included in the tour, so there’s no need to worry. If you have any food allergies or special dietary requests, please feel free to contact us via email or phone. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
13:45 PM - Torii Kannon
Hakuunsan Torii Kannon, located in Naguri, Hannō City, Saitama, is a vast temple complex spanning approximately 30 hectares (equivalent to 6.5 Tokyo Domes). The site features various impressive structures, including the 33-meter-tall Great Kannon Statue, the main hall, and the Xuanzang Sanzang Pagoda. Particularly stunning in autumn, the temple is renowned for its breathtaking fall foliage and has been selected as one of Saitama’s top 100 scenic spots.
14:15 PM - Arima Dam
15:15 PM - Shoutenin Temple
Menuma Shōdenzan Kangi-in, located in Kumagaya City, Saitama, is a Shingon Buddhist temple with a history dating back to 1179. Its main attraction is the magnificent Seiden Hall, designated as a National Treasure in 1984, renowned for its intricate carvings and elaborate decorations, earning it the nickname “Nikkō Tōshō-gū of Saitama.”
16:00 PM - Head back to Tokyo
18:00 PM - Shuttle Dropoff
We will provide transportation to your hotel.

Reviews from TripAdviser

We received some great reviews from trip advisers!

Jeremy arrived right on time to pick us up from our hotel, and made sure that we were comfortable for the entire trip. Each area that we visited was beautiful, and Jeremy was very knowledgeable their historic and cultural significance. He also added his own personal anecdotes about Japanese culture, which was very welcome since it was our first time visiting the country. After the trip, Jeremy sent a followup message with additional information about all of the great places that we had visited. I highly recommend this tour if you’re interested in getting out of the city and learning about the rich history of the countryside. Thanks for everything, Jeremy!
Terrence J
October 2023
Our last day in Japan was special touring the countryside with Jeremy, the human encyclopaedia. So very interesting, and passionate about what he does. And so very considerate, effortlessly adapting the route as we went along when he could see my husband was having major issues with mobility. Mountain scenery, a beautiful lake, temples, shrines, statues, lots of stories and a delightful lunch - all without seeing another tourist, no traffic (once out of Tokyo) and NO QUEUES!! Finally saw cherry blossoms. Autumn would be stunning. Highly recommend this experience. Leonie (Australia)
85carrok
April 2024
Saw no other tourists in the places that jeremy brought me to, despite Apr being a peak season in japan for oversease travellers. A hidden jem outside of tokyo city center, covering temples, shrines and lunch location off the beaten tracks. A refreshingly breath of fresh air for a day with jeremy. He’s been in Japan for more than two decades and knowledgeable about the history, culture and area (since its where he stays!) Saw no other tourists in the places that jeremy brought me to, despite Apr being a peak season in japan for oversease travellers. A hidden jem outside of tokyo city center, covering temples, shrines and lunch location off the beaten tracks.
Pathfinder692176
July 2018

¥40,000/person

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