Shimonoseki

Hagi is perfectly sized for exploring by bicycle. On this 3.5-hour tour, you will experience one of Japan’s most extensively preserved samurai towns (Castle town) from the Edo period (over 400 years ago)—protected across a vast area and home to sites registered as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Sit...

• Hagi Tamachi Shopping Arcade, Onari Street
• Hagi Castle Town
• Ruins of Hagi Castle
• Kikugahama Beach
• Tokoji Temple

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Visited Hiroshima? There's another side of WWII to be uncovered. Just 30 minutes by Shinkansen from Hiroshima, followed by a ferry ride from Tokuyama, this tour takes you to Ozushima, a peaceful island once home to a training base for the Kaiten, Japan's human torpedoes during World War II. Walk t...

• Kaiten Museum
• Otsu-shima

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

“FURUSATO Cycling” is a new tour project designed to let you fully experience the “REAL HAGI”. Enjoy a guided cycling tour through beautiful countryside landscapes, feel the local lifestyle, and visit special places not usually open to visitors. Our first tour focuses on Japanese sake. Follow the b...

• Unrin-ji Cat Temple

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Shimonoseki and Moji port area! Shimonoseki has prospered as a gateway to Eurasia. With a wealth of historical sites, ethnic atmosphere, beautiful scenery and Japane...

• Karato Market
• Mojiko Retro
• Kanmon Tunnel for Humans (Shimonoseki Side)
• Kaikyo Yume Tower
• Ganryujima Island
• Jokamachi Chofu
• Shimonoseki Former British Consulate
• Akama Shrine
• Hinoyama Park
• Shiranoe Botanical Garden

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This private and customizable tour for Yamaguchi is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

• Yamaguchi
• Ruriko Temple Five-Story Pagoda

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Moderate Cancellation Policy:, We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event, We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event, We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event, PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:, After your booking, you will receive a link to the Yamaguchi Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Yamaguchi Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date, Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences, If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable, Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today, Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking), Custom Itinerary:, Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour, How far in advance should I book?, Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund, What if I'm late?, We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time, Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help, Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled, Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions, Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour, Children that are age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult that is age 18 or older

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Explore Hagi’s UNESCO World Heritage castle town and temple districts at a relaxed pace, away from the crowds. Walk through the well-preserved streets of the former samurai town while learning about Hagi’s history, culture, and daily life. Along the way, visit historic merchant houses, admire beaut...

• Hagi Castle Town
• Kikuya Family Residence
• Kita no Somon
• Kikugahama Beach
• Hagi Tamachi Shopping Arcade, Onari Street

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Yamaguchi City, which has been selected for the New York Times’ list of “52 places to go in 2024”, was ruled and developed by Ouchi clan during the Muromachi period (1336-1573). This activity has been arranged as Ouchi kemari based on the assumption that Ouchi might have also enjoyed kemari. Partici...

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This tour is conducted in your own private car. Departs from Hakata Station or Fukuoka City hotel lobby by chartered car. Due to the long travel distance, a professional driver and English-speaking guide will accompany you. At Karato Market in Shimonoseki City, located on the border between Kyushu ...

• Karato Market
• Amagase Park
• Motonosumi Shrine
• Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory
• Akiyoshido

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, It will be 11 hours including round-trip transportation and time spent in Yamaguchi., Motonosumi Shrine will be closed for entry through the Torii gates on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays in June, July, September, and November 2026, as well as from August 8 to 16. Please enjoy the view of the Torii gates from the "Ryugu no Shiofuki" (Dragon Palace Geyser) side instead.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Ride through the footsteps of samurai on the historic Hagi-Okan, one of Japan’s best-preserved historic roads. Explore a beautifully preserved mountain section by electric mountain bike, riding along original stone-paved paths, forest trails, and peaceful countryside. Along the way, visit two forme...

• Hagishi Sasanamiichi Traditional Building Group Preserved District
• The Historical Road of Hagiokan

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover the food and drink scene of Iwakuni on a guided tour. Savor the flavors of the city with a local guide leading the way.

• Iwakuni

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, In accordance with Japanese law, non-alcoholic beverages will be served to those under 20 years old.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.