Tailor-made Japan holidays
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Discover Japan on an original tailor-made tour
Where the ancient meets the ultra-modern, Japan offers up a holiday like no other, time and time again. Our Japan Specialists have travelled far and wide across this incredible country, building strong local connections and discovering hidden corners, so we can help you plan a Japan holiday that goes well beyond the surface.
It’s a place where old traditions and cutting-edge tech live hand-in-hand, with an extraordinary rail network and bullet trains that make for a very enjoyable (and fast!) journey between places.
Make the most of Japan’s extraordinary bullet train, and get around on very enjoyable (and fast!) rail journeys across the country. Explore Kyoto’s peaceful temples and experience a tea ceremony, discover pockets of local life in Tokyo’s neon-lit streets with a local, relax in peaceful onsens, wander down the samurai paths of Kumano Kodo, sleep in a Buddhist temple in Koyasan, discover the lesser-visited Kyushu or dip your toes in tropical Okinawa – whatever takes your fancy, we’ll help shape a journey that fits you.
Japan can feel like a whole different world – but with our help, it won’t feel far away. Expertly combining must-sees with moments you won’t find in a guidebook, we’ll help shape a Japan holiday that’s rich in local experiences and full of heart.
Take a peek at a few of our most popular Japan holidays & experiences
Here are a few of our travellers’ most loved Japan tours and bite-sized trips to get things going. Or, if you prefer, have a look at our full collection of itineraries and bite-sized trips to plan your Japan holiday. If you’re travelling with your family, get in touch with our family team who will create the perfect family holiday in Japan for you.
Pick your itinerary or build your own
All of our Japan holidays are tailor-made and fully flexible, but to give you some inspiration we’ve created a range of original itineraries, alongside our unique bite-sized trips which allow you to build your own ideal itinerary.
To get started, pick your favourites and send them our way, or simply get in touch for a little expert help.
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“I love the retro-futuristic vibes of Tokyo, not to mention the tasty donburi! Staying in a traditional ryokan and bathing in the natural hot springs (onsen) are particular highlights for me.”
Japan Family holidays
Japan is a great destinations for families with kids of all ages. Whether you’re travelling with little ones or teenagers, Japan is safe, clean, and full of quirky surprises. The cities have plenty of green spaces and playgrounds to unwind, and we’ll keep the travel pace relaxed, staying family-friendly hotels.
From ninjas and samurai to robot cafés and karaoke bars, there’s plenty to fire young imaginations. You might meet a sumo wrestler, ride rollercoasters, or slurp noodles at a tiny ramen joint. Japan is full of small moments that will stick with you forever.
Why travel to Japan with Rickshaw Travel?
Planning a holiday to Japan on your own can be overwhelming; from the language and culture barrier to the sheer amount of information available can make it difficult to know what the best options are. When you travel with Rickshaw Travel, you can leave all the planning to our Japan Specialists, from knowing which type of accommodation to choose where (like staying in a traditional Ryokan or even a monastery), having your train tickets organised, financial protection and 24/7 in-destination support.
We believe in creating holidays with meaningful and immersive experiences in the destinations we work with. Our team of seasoned travellers are passionate about Japan, and will work closely with you to create a hassle-free, tailor-made adventure to Japan – finding the right balance between those unmissable highlights as well as taking you to lesser-visited places and unique immersive local experiences.
We are a fully licensed and bonded tour operator with an ATOL licence and ABTOT membership – find out more here.
Original holiday experiences
From the foot of Fuji to the temples of Kanazawa, our local connections mean that your holiday is anything but ordinary. Enjoy hand-picked accommodation, unique experiences, and the flexibility to tailor-make things just for you.
Expert advice
From your first call to your flight home, your personal travel specialist will be there to share their first-hand experience and ensure you’re fully prepared for your adventure.
Worry-free travel
Seamless transport and logistics, 24/7 local support throughout, full ABTOT financial protection, and sustainability certified by Travelife. Book your holiday with peace of mind.
More Japan information and inspiration
Got some questions about travelling to Japan? Our travel blog has lots of helpful information and inspiration for your trip. Check out some of our blogs below to get started.
Travelling in Japan - the Rickshaw way!
When you travel to Japan with Rickshaw, you’ll be exploring this fascinating country mainly by train. Japan’s rail network is both fast and efficient and undoubtedly the best way to travel. We will include rail passes in your travel plan, and if you’d like, we can also arrange for your luggage to be transferred to your destination so all you need to do is sit back and take in the scenery. Find out more about getting around in Japan.
Japanese accommodation comes in all sorts of shapes and sizes, from traditional Japanese Ryokans to soaring modern hotels, and more modest city hotels – it’s all part of the charm! We highly recommend having a mix of different styles throughout your trip to get a real feel of everything Japan has to offer but your Japan Specialist can tweak and tailor your itinerary to include the accommodation that suits you best.
Rickshaw brings you closer
Japan has some well-known places which we would always recommend including in your itinerary, but our Japan Specialists also love to share their knowledge so you can explore the lesser-visited places where you can get a true taste of Japanese culture.
Our travel specialists are passionate about helping you plan a memorable and meaningful trip to Japan. With bags of knowledge, they can help you create the holiday to Japan you’ve always wanted. If you are looking for helpful tips to get started check out our inspiration page.
Travel with impact
Meaningful travel is at the core of what we do at Rickshaw Travel. Ensuring you experience the real destination whilst having a positive impact on the people, places and communities you visit. We use small-scale locally run accommodation wherever we can in Japan and utilise local guides’ extensive knowledge for the best experience possible. We look to maintain fair prices so in turn our guides, drivers and hoteliers can earn a fair wage, whilst you have an unforgettable holiday to Japan.
Practical information about Japan
The practical side to planning a trip to Japan isn’t always at the top of your list, but we are here to making the planning process a little easier. We have put together our best advice to help you before and during your trip – then you can focus on the exciting bit!
Get the low down on all you need to know from visas, passport info and money matters to the best time to travel to Japan.
