15 VIP Experiences in Japan Worth Booking

1.Luxury Sumo Show Experience & Japanese cuisine & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 577 reviews · 2 hours · from $103Our pick

At Asakusa Sumo Club Annex, you’ll watch retired sumo wrestlers demonstrate rituals, training moves, and comic bouts while an English-speaking host explains the action. A geisha dance, A5 wagyu sukiyaki, chanko hot pot, drinks, photos, and a chance to enter the ring make this a lively two-hour Tokyo night out.

“This excursion is worth every penny. Truly a five star experience. Every single member of staff from the wrestlers, to the bar staff were fantastic. You MUST book this up!”

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2.Private Highlights Tour with Guide and Luxury Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 316 reviews · 10 hours

Build your Kyoto day around the sights you care about, then let a private English-speaking driver-guide such as Sam, Yash, or Malik handle the roads. You can visit Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and more from Kyoto, Osaka, or Nara.

“Sam was great! took us to the places and it was fuss free. thanks!”

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3.Mt Fuji Private Day Tour In Luxury Land Cruiser

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 168 reviews · 10 hours - 1 day

Spend about 10 to 11 hours exploring the Mt. Fuji area in a private air-conditioned SUV, Land Cruiser, Vellfire, or Crown. Your English-speaking driver, such as Ali, Sarfraz, or Bilal, can adjust the route for weather, photos, shopping, and family needs.

“Ali was superb. He truly made our day with his professionalism, advice, detailed explanations, and ofcourse his expert navigation of Japan highways, traffic and ensuring we are on time and safe at all times. It was such a wonderful experience, unrushed and relaxing. We were blessed with a bright sunny day with high pressure so Mt Fuji in all his majesty was clear, bright and vivid. The small towns we toured and stopped in were quaint and authentic. Thank you Ali for such an amazing experience.”

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4.Luxury van Ride to famous car meet up spot Daikoku

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 148 reviews · from $72

Join Jeremy and Team Open Tours for a small-group evening ride from Shinjuku to Daikoku Parking Area. Expect Tokyo night views, Rainbow Bridge, a short Odaiba stop, and about 90 minutes among JDM cars, supercars, and collectibles. The standard vehicle is a comfortable van for up to six people.

“Honestly such a good experience if you’re into cars. We went on a Sunday morning and it was 10/10, so many different but amazing cars on display. The organiser is also a super nice guy and he doesn’t charge ridiculous rates to go there like all of the other tour guides. Definitely recommend.”

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5.Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 12 hours · from $93

Set out from Shinjuku with an English or Japanese guide for a full day around Mt. Fuji and Hakone. You’ll visit the Fifth Station, shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets, ride the Hakone Ropeway, see Ōwakudani, and cruise Lake Ashi on a pirate ship. Guides such as Yui and Yoko have been praised for their care and clear explanations.

“Yui and the driver (sorry forgot the name) were great. Yui was pleasant and good at her work. driver was kind enough to halt at a previous stop so we could have a glimpse of mount fuji”

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6.Luxury Kyoto 1-Day Private Car Tour with Nara & Osaka Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $185Top rated

Spend 8 to 9 hours with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned car, visiting Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Gion, and Fushimi Inari. Guides such as Ryu and Talha can adjust the day to your pace, take professional travel photos, and arrange Kyoto, Nara, or Osaka-based plans.

“Ryu is a very professional tour guide who showed as the best places in Kyoto and we truly enjoyed it, he is very passionate about his work, he was able to accommodate all our needs, made our day special We have taken lots of photos ( despite of the rain they are perfect memories ) We highly recommend his services”

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7.Tokyo VIP Hidden Food & Bar Night – Private Local Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $254

Join Mr. Tokyo for a private evening around Shinjuku, with stops at Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai. A pre-tour questionnaire helps shape the route, while your guide handles navigation, translation, local tips, and photos. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Mr Tokyo was a fantastic tour guide. If I could, I would rate this tour more than 10 out of 10. He took me to some of the places frequented by locals, which made the experience more authentic and provided great insight into Japanese culture. I would highly recommend this tour for the first day in Tokyo.”

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8.WARP SHINJUKU Nightclub Ticket with Drink / VIP Plan

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 55 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Head to WARP SHINJUKU in Kabukicho for Tokyo nightlife with high-grade sound, light shows, projection mapping, international DJs, and drink plans. Choose admission with two drinks, all-you-can-drink entry, or VIP seating with the MUKAEZAKE ceremony. Bring your original passport and arrive early for smoother entry.

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9.Full Day Tokyo Private Tour by Luxury Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring Tokyo in a private vehicle for up to six people. Guides including Rich, Jordan, Caleb, and Khalid may tailor the route to your interests, with stops at Senso-ji, Akihabara, Tsukiji, Meiji Jingu, Harajuku, Shibuya, and more.

“Khalid was a great driver and companion to take us to some of Tokyo’s top sights. Gave us plenty of time to shop, eat and chill.”

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10.Private Mount Fuji Tour in Luxury Vehicle with English Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews

Travel from Tokyo in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Mukarram or Talha Lakha. Visit Fuji 5th Station, Kawaguchiko, Oshino Hakkai, Chureito Pagoda, Owakudani, and more, with Wi-Fi and hotel pickup offered.

“What an amazing experience. Our guide Mukarram was excellent. If you’re coming to Japan, do yourself a favor and book this tour.”

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11.Kamakura Private Customize Tour by Luxury Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 38 reviews · 9 hours

Spend nine hours exploring Kamakura and Enoshima in a private van with pickup in Tokyo’s 23 wards. Shape the route around temples, Komachi Street, the Great Buddha, beaches, and the island’s Benten shrines. Drivers speak English, Japanese, Chinese, or Korean, though guide service is not included.

“Kamakura was beautiful! We first visited the Eonishima island. We spent half day there and were very tired as there is alot of walking. Then we visited the slam dunk train view spot. Finally got to the Budha statue. Then called it the day!!”

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12.Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Nara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $115

At Umemori Sushi School in Nara, you prepare shari, grate fresh wasabi, cut sushi-grade fish, and shape eight premium sushi pieces. Instructors guide beginners and experienced cooks in English, with traditional clothing, chosen toppings, a certificate, and souvenir photos included.

“What a great experience learning how to make different types of sushi! Okashi made the experience lots of fun! Dressing up in traditional Japanese clothes and learning words and actions to make traditional sushi. I would recommend for anyone no matter what your cooking skills are!”

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13.Kyoto Day Tour with Certified Tour Guide & Luxury vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 10 hours

Build your Kyoto day around the sights you care about, then ride between them in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English, Hindi, Japanese, or Urdu-speaking guide. Guides such as Nomi, Dhanush, Sam, and Ashir are praised for flexible routing, local context, and thoughtful photographs.

“Sami is great! We had a great drive and he was very accommodating for our list of activities and places to go, would recommend!”

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14.Private Makeover Photography Studio in Luxury Kimono

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2h 30m

At Irodori Photo Studio in Asakusa, Yoko, Momoko, Monika, or Ginji may style you in a theatrical oiran kimono unavailable from ordinary rental shops. Choose your costume and accessories, receive professional hair and makeup, then pose in a private studio. You receive all image data afterward.

“This experience was the highlight of my Tokyo visit. I arrived early to Asakusa to look around before my reserved time. I happened to walk by the side door where the studio was located, so I was happy to be around the area and not miss my appointment in the event I wasn’t able to find it. There were 3 wonderful women who explained the process and then we picked the kimonos and hair accessories. The make up was beautiful, the hair was done with so much care, the kimonos were high quality. All the photos came out excellent, all my friends and family have complimented me of the pictures…”

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15.The Kyoto VIP Experience!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $492

Build a private six-hour Kyoto day around your interests, then ride by taxi between major sights with a guide such as Niall, Eric, Neil, or Milo. The route can include Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji, and Kinkakuji, with room for food tips, culture, and lesser-known stops.

“Milo was brilliant. He was a wealth of knowledge & looked after us very well. We learned so much interesting history.”

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