--- description: Browse select private travel experiences in Tokyo. Connect with locals. Learn something new. Leave changed. title: Tokyo image: https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=1920,height=1080,anim=false,format=auto,metadata=none,fit=cover/https://cdn.ventrata.com/image/upload/s--z26HHiKQ--/v1776233662/ksynk7rwhqbezoct8iad.jpg --- # Hidden Tokyo A city of contrasts, revealed through the artisans, sensei, and storytellers who keep its traditions alive [ Explore ](#content) [ ](#content) ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/3c37540a-4ad6-4262-aab7-cab90c08a700/thumb) ### Private by design We focus exclusively on private experiences for a personal touch that makes every moment count. ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/bcd7ed8a-d0cd-4947-72f7-2fdad09dcd00/thumb) ### Thoughtfully curated Every experience is hand-picked and vetted by our team. These are the select few that meet our standards. ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/17ff4500-962b-4f36-100a-ebfae7b8c200/thumb) ### High-touch service Let our in-house team of travel specialists handle the details so your visit is stress-free from start to finish. [ ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/8e3bc33e-e408-4c92-3724-97177fd0bd00/card) ](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-pottery-and-temple-tour) ### [Handmade in Tochigi: Ceramics & Stone](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-pottery-and-temple-tour) Clay shaped by hand, stone carved over centuries, a temple drawing pilgrims for over 1,200 years — a Japan both timeless and tangible, yours for the day. Price Duration 8 hours Group size Private for 1-6 guests Request to Book [Learn More](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-pottery-and-temple-tour) [ ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/a44c42cd-d713-4744-b363-0d63d6283c00/card) ](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-uchikake-kimono-exhibition) ### [The Art of Uchikake: A Ceremonial Kimono Exhibition](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-uchikake-kimono-exhibition) Rare ceremonial robes that once dressed samurai brides, their rich colors and symbolism translated by your guide in the hush of a private gallery, followed by a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a historic temple. Price Duration 3 hours Group size Private for 1-6 guests Request to Book [Learn More](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-uchikake-kimono-exhibition) [ ![](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/media/images/98c39b18-a57d-4f7e-8cab-802b9304a000/card) ](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-samurai-dojo-shinto-shrine-experience) ### [Samurai Dojo & Shinto Shrine Experience](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/japan/tokyo/private-samurai-dojo-shinto-shrine-experience) An inside look at Japanese culture through the ages: Learn sacred rituals from a Shinto priest, sword-fighting at the dojo that choreographed “The Last Samurai,” and the secrets of crane game mania at a Guinness-record arcade. 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