Already booked your cruise? Find a private or shared tour for your day ashore.
Choose your ship, then your sailing date to see its Japan port days and tours.
Missing your ship? Ask our Japan team to check your sailing.
Choose your port to see local tour options.
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Every route is checked against your published port-call window.
Clear meeting details and a practical return buffer are planned in writing.
A local team helps before and during your shore day.
Explore the places a carefully planned shore day can reach.
Photos are labelled by source. Illustrative destination images are not guest-submitted photos.
Source: WAKU WAKU Japan’s Tripadvisor listing. These reviews describe WAKU WAKU Japan, not YAGI or its operator.
Friends travelling with a walker said their guide and driver adjusted the pace, stayed attentive and made their Kyoto shore day feel comfortable and low-stress.
Kyoto shore excursion · Friends · June 2026
Published on Tripadvisor (opens in a new tab)A five-person vegan group praised the local perspective, thoughtful restaurant planning and personal guidance they received during their Japan trip.
Japan tour · Couples · May 2026
Published on Tripadvisor (opens in a new tab)Both options are designed around the same port-call timing and local support.
Discuss a private route around your interests, preferred pace and access needs.
Register interest to travel with guests from the same ship and port-call date.
Choose your tour, copy the trip details into the Wix enquiry form, and send a request to our Japan team.
Choose your cruise line, ship and the date your ship is in port—or browse directly by destination.
Compare starting prices, shared estimates and possible places to visit.
We confirm availability, meeting details, inclusions and final terms in writing.
YAGI Japan Shore Excursions is a Japan-based shore excursion brand created for cruise travelers exploring ports across the country. Every journey is planned and operated locally in Japan, with people who understand the culture, history, character, and rhythm of each destination.
Made in Japan, by local Japanese teams, for travelers who want to experience the real Japan. We provide your day ashore—not your cruise ticket.
About our Japan teamRead our port planning guidesClear answers for cruise guests comparing an independent day ashore.
No. Our shore excursions are for travelers who already hold a cruise ticket. We plan the independent local tour during your Japan port call.
Yes. Use the cruise finder when you know your ship and sailing dates, or browse by Japan port or excursion area.
Private tours show a starting total group price and are finalized after consultation. Shared tours show a per-person planning estimate. Group size, operation and final price are confirmed after consultation.
Cruise schedules and berths can change. We check the cruise line’s published call while planning and confirm the applicable meeting, change and cancellation details in writing before booking.
