Have questions? We're here.

Japan Trips with Village Visits

Travel made your way ™
Japan
Mt. Fuji framed by Lake Kawaguchiko and cherry blossoms
Osaka
Osaka's city lights after sunset
Asia
Two young monks read on the steps of a temple
Talk with an expert
Build your ideal Asia trip. Call 1.406.541.2677
Start Planning My Trip
Talk with an expert
Live one of the below 8 unique Japan cultural experiences for 2024 or 2025. Visit villages and experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like cruises, village visits, small ship cruises, archaeological site visits, and hiking and cost from $6,390 for experiences of 8 to 20 days. Tell us about your ideal Japan cultural trip and our Japan experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
Filter (8 Results)
  • Start Date
    OR, More specific start
  • Length
    to
  • Price
    to
  • Activity Level
  • Experiences
  • Activities
  • Ship
  • Destinations
    • Japan
$9,185
EXPLORE

Discover the Islands of Japan: A 12-day Voyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Korea

Tokyo - Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Experience Japan
  • Cruise travel to Matsue, Hagi
  • Visit iconic gardens in Japan
  • Visit Fukuoka and Dazaifu
  • Visit the 'Museum Without Walls'
Starts / Ends:
Tokyo / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore Japan's hidden gems on this 12-dayVoyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Koreaaboard Heritage Adventurer. Immerse in the culture, history, and natural beauty of seldom-visited destinations like Matsue, Hagi, and Yakushima Island. Visit pearl farms in Uwajima and …
Cruise Details
0
Sunlit shrine in an Osaka cemetery
$33,890
EXPLORE

Natural Wonders of Japan and Taipei

Osaka - Keelung (Taipei) - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Visit the Earthquake Museum
  • See the Korakuen Garden in Okayama
  • Explore the city of Hiroshima
  • Discover the Zamami Island
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Keelung
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day Asia cruise exploring the Natural Wonders of Japan and Taipei aboard Scenic Eclipse II. Begin your journey in Osaka, a dynamic city best loved for its culinary excellence, exuberant nightlife, and vibrant locals. A few highlights you can visit on your journey are Kobe's …
Cruise Details
0
Japanese tea ceremony
$7,770
EXPLORE

Japan, Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage

Osaka - Kagoshima - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Tomonoura's landscapes
  • Discover Moji's Meiji-era streets
  • Unveil Busan's contrasting charms
  • Experience Nagasaki's ambiance
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Kagoshima
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
On this enchanting 9-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, explore Japan's Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage. Departing from Osaka, sail to Tomonoura, inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's Ponyo. Discover Shimokamagari and Mitarai's fishing villages, then explore Moji's Meiji-era …
Cruise Details
0
Cherry blossoms in historic Kyoto
$11,490
EXPLORE

Japanese Ancestral Traditions and Legendary Shrines

Osaka - Maizuru - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover Himeji’s UNESCO castle
  • Sail to Kyushu to explore Toba
  • Explore the Miyajima Island
  • Experience the contrasts of Busan
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Maizuru
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, immersing in Japanese ancestral traditions and legendary shrines. Explore Himeji's UNESCO castle and Miyajima's iconic Itsukushima Shrine. Witness Hagi's UNESCO town and Beppu's hot springs. Cross to South Korea for Busan's vibrant …
Cruise Details
0
Experience the unique architecture of Asia.
$8,280
EXPLORE

Japan, Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage

Kagoshima - Osaka - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore cliffs and rock formations
  • Succumb to the charms of Amakusa
  • Discover the vibrant city, Busan
  • Unveil Moji's captivating panoramas
Starts / Ends:
Kagoshima / Osaka
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 9-day cruise exploring Japan's Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Departing from Kagoshima, the cruise heads west to the Koshikijima Islands, revealing raw beauty in monumental cliffs dating back 80 million years. Explore Amakusa, a refuge for …
Cruise Details
0
Osaka's city lights after sunset
$6,390
EXPLORE

Expedition in the Seto Inland Sea

Osaka - Fukuoka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Visit temples of Onimichi
  • Explore legendary Hari
  • Sail to Japan’s oldest sea route
  • Experience Nagasaki's heritage
Starts / Ends:
Kobe / Hagi
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover theLand of the Rising Sun, where the history of the samurai and the daintiness of the geishas exist side by side. With this brand-new itinerary,PONANTis taking you on a cruisefrom Osaka to Fukuoka aboard Le Soleal. This8-daycircuit allows you to discover the jewels to be found in the …
Cruise Details
0
Sunset over Nagasaki
$26,670
EXPLORE

Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Enjoy castles and samurai district
  • Discover ancient ruins of Gyeongju
  • Visit Matsue's art museum
  • See Naoshima, the art-filled island
  • Tour three Japanese gardens
Starts / Ends:
Japan / Japan
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Step back in time on a 15-day voyage into Japan’s riveting history, from the elegant shrines and merchant districts of the Meiji era in Tokyo to the poignant sites of World War II in Hiroshima to historic castle towns of the Edo period in Kobe. As you trace the shores of Honshu and the …
Cruise Details
0
Bears at Shiretoko National Park, located on the Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido, Japan.
$28,850
EXPLORE

A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

20 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • See Pribilof Islands
  • Experience untamed Baby Islands
  • Hunt with the Aleuts
  • See Pacific Ring of Fire's wildlife
  • Tour Shitsugen National Park
  • See mirror-like lakes
Starts / Ends:
Anchorage / United States
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire from Alaska to Japan. Explore the untamed islands of the Bering Sea and marvel at the millions of seabirds, northern fur seals, and bears in the Pribilof and Aleutian Islands. Watch towering volcanic cones on the rugged shores of Hokkaido, home to more …
Cruise Details
0
1-8 of 8 Results
TrustScore 4.9 | 209 reviews
TrustScore 4.9 of 5
total score
Based on 209 reviews on
review score
7 hours ago
I have travelled with Adventure Life previously and certainly eager to do it again. Kassandra made excellent and honest suggestions while taking the time to understand what was important to us.
Susan
review score
1 day ago
They answered every question and concern that I had and put me at ease. Very excited for this once in a life-time trip.
Customer Tim
review score
2 days ago
I am a returning client to Adventure Life and am very pleased with their commitment to put together a great trip. Clara replied and clarified to any and all questions we had.
Claire Palmer
review score
4 days ago
Jessica was very responsive to my questions and never balked when I asked her to go back and find more options. She really worked hard to find the right cruise for us.
Amy Siegel
review score
4 days ago
Friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, timely. They have made us feel very comfortable for our trip!
Gregg Chamberlain

Asia Travel Guide

Favorite Asia All Trips

Top Japan Travel Destinations

Japan Trips by Departure Date

Japan Trips by Activity

More Reasons

Why Travel With Adventure Life

All News

Recognized By

Plan My Trip
We love travel, talk with an expert 1.800.344.6118