Small Group Tours of Japan
Our very popular extra small group tours will deliver a truly immersive experience of Japan
Join our small group tours of Japan and enjoy the best of both worlds: detailed planning, expert guidance, charming hotels, and the fun of accessing off-the-beaten-path adventures.
These trips are enjoyed by anyone who speaks English. You will meet like-minded travellers on these small group tours of Japan from Australia, USA, Canada, UK, NZ and many more places.
Each Small Group Tour of Japan is individually crafted around a specific theme. Pick a theme below and see our list of Japanese small group tours matched to the appropriate time of the year.
The benefits of our Japan Small Group Tours
Extra small group size of 6-10 people
All transport and activities are included
Lead by qualified expert local guides
Stay at locally owned boutique accommodation
Connect with the people of Japan in their local settings
Enjoy exclusive access to small top-notch local eateries, craftspeople’s studios & history
Carefully crafted itineraries to get you closer to Japan's people and culture
Visit regional cities and village well off the common tourist trails
Autumn Tours
Departs from mid October to late November
Cherry Blossom Tours
Departs from late February to April
Winter Tours
Departs from late December to February
Garden & Art Tours
Departs all year round
Food Tours
Departs all year round
Walking Tours
Departs in February and October
Remote Tours
Departs all year round
Looking for something custom fit to you?
Do you have a specific time for travel, a group you want to travel with, or special needs and wishes for your trip to Japan? We can create a unique Private Tour for you.
Or you can take one of our Model Itineraries as is, or combine or modify it to suit your needs. There are some great Extension Itineraries available too, and they can also be added before or after joining our Japan Small Group Tours.
Journey to East was accurate in naming the tour Snow Spectacular. It was an amazing trip. Despite having been on 3 other tours with JttE, and going to some of the same places before, the places I went to were different. The tour guides and accommodation were also excellent (as usual).
Susan Klee
VIC, Australia
I highly recommend touring with JttE. From the first contact they were quick to respond and helpful. They provided a spectacular tour, covering all aspects so efficiently. They arranged my extra accommodation and transport and ensured I not only had all tickets needed but had clear instructions to make it all so easy and stress free.
Sheryl Collins
New Zealand
Lovely trip – nice sized group, very friendly well organised use of public transport – well thought out tour. Ticked all the boxes on our list- Snow monkey, Sapporo Ice festival, red crested cranes and Abashiri Ice cruise and more!