TICKETS · Japan
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 entry tickets & passes that earn their slot, each with a price, a traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
Tokyo Skytree admission takes you to Tembo Deck 350m and optionally Tembo Galleria 450m, with 360 views and the Floor 340 glass floor.
“It was awesome. The only thing is I didn’t get the highest level when I purchased because I didn’t know”
teamLab Planets Tokyo: walk-in digital art where your presence changes light, sound, and flowers, with barefoot water rooms up to knee height.
“Amazing! Highly recommended, incredible computer generated interactive installations. Our family (2 adults and 3 teenagers) all loved Teamlabs.”
From $30, hop-on hop-off buses cover Tokyo highlights like Skytree, Asakusa, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji, Shinjuku and Shibuya with audio.
“All lines had their own qualities. We had great weather making for nice photos. I chose 2 day to get my bearings first day and cherry pick what I wanted to do on the next day. I think one day is sufficient as I ended up training to the destinations I wanted. Only negative is that some of the translating services didn’t work on the seats. Had to download the audio guide app. Other than that, great service!”
See Tokyo Tower from 150m and 250m for classic skyline views, optional RED° TOKYO fun, and big night-light drama in central Tokyo.
“Insane! We visited over Halloween season and it was all dressed up! Ghosts and Halloween decorated along some of the windows and the staff were all on theme too!”
QR skip-the-line entry to Osaka Castle, plus Toyotomi Ishigaki Museum and stone walls for history and top-floor views.
“Great value, awesome views & castle grounds. I had perfect weather as well so a memorable experience.”
Tokyo Asakusa Kaguwa cabaret: a 1-hour dance show with Japanese costumes, photo time with performers, and included drink options.
“the show was excellent! quality, variety everyone was very talented and very personable! what i didn't like and found it cheapened the experience was asking us to tip our favorite! first of all they were all great and took all of them to make the show a success. asking to choose our favorite was terrible. ive never been to a show anywhere in the world where I was asked to choose and tip the dancers. an insult I found ro these talented performers!”
Hop-on hop-off double-decker bus in Kyoto with audio in 7 languages, open-top views, and easy stops at major temples and markets.
“Frederick is a natursl force! Great storyteller and guide!”
Walk Osaka’s Nagai Botanical Garden by day, then see it transform into teamLab light art at night, with interactive installations and music.
“Team lab botanical just beautiful ...Music ,lights & art works amazing.We are older ,it was easy to find from the subway & walking around gardens in darkness was both easy & romantic !”
Tokyo day trip to Kamakura and Enoshima with temple tickets, the Great Buddha, Komachi Street snacks, and possible Mt. Fuji views.
“Fantastic day trip! Thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would definitely recommend. Guide was very lovely and entertaining.”
A 90-minute Samurai Restaurant show in Shinjuku with two drinks, neon effects, and up-close samurai-and-ninja entertainment for 18+ Tokyo nights.
“I really enjoyed the show. The energy was unmatched.”
Osaka’s Umeda Sky Building e-ticket for 40F 360-degree views and an enchanting night Sky Walk, with an easy QR code entry.
“Everything was great except for the floating garden. Hard to find when it’s dark. Thought it would be bigger.”
One-day entry to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, with ONE PIECE, Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World, plus easy gate access.
“Easy process, tickets were emailed and we had to issues with entry.”
Shinkansen day trip from Osaka or Kyoto to Hiroshima and Miyajima, visiting Peace sites, Itsukushima Shrine, and okonomiyaki lunch for $277.
“Love our guide so had some personal stories to tell and loved the lunch. I had a wonderful time.”
Tokyo sumo at Ryogoku Kokugikan with 2F chair seats, an English guide, and optional fan cheer kit for a real tournament day.
“With our guide Mieko we had a great time at the tournament. You enjoy the fights and ceremony so much more when you know what is going on😅 She even prepared a paper with all fights and wrestlers of the day which explained the current position of them. The tournament is a great opportunity to experience a part of japanese culture with a warmhearted and knowledgable guide Mieko. Definitively recommend it!🙌”
Matcha grinding in Uji at Chazuna, with museum entry and a hands-on workshop to learn how to brew fresh green tea for $23.
“I had such an amazing experience at the Kyoto Tea Museum tea grinding session! From start to finish, the staff were welcoming and patient, guiding us through each step of the process with clear explanations and genuine enthusiasm. I especially enjoyed learning about the history and importance of matcha in Japanese culture before trying my hand at grinding the tea leaves myself — it was both relaxing and surprisingly fun! The setup was beautiful and peaceful, making it easy to really focus and enjoy the moment. By the end, I had made some delicious matcha of my own, and it tasted even better knowing how much care and tradition goes…”
Pick the kind of day first. The tour comes second.
