Oxalis Adventures
Off the beaten track Japan
Bamboo grove Green tea Ryokan welcome Bean cakes Irori Tono lady Yakushima Hot sand bath Bamboo grove Torii Shirakawa-go Fushimi Inari Nakasendo
tours Cultural Walking Private trips

We have a selection of small-group guided tours, seeing Japan at street-level, experiencing the cultural heritage, the traditions and the hospitality of the Japanese. Enjoy the pampered comfort of a traditional ryokan, soak in the waters of a hot spring, and taste the freshest ingredients prepared exquisitely for you by your hosts. Visit Japan with us.

food
food

A highlight of any journey to Japan, regional Japanese cuisine is rich and varied. Of utmost importance are the freshest ingredients, expertly prepared and exquisitely presented.
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news

 

2010.7.27
All about Omamori

Japanese amulets dedicated to the Shinto and Buddhist gods.

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2010.7.6
Staying connected in Japan

How to stay connected (if you want)…

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2010.6.17
Yamanobe-no-michi

Japan’s oldest road is a delight to walk

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accommodation
accommodation

Our trips combine stays at small family-run inns, traditional ryokan, hot springs, shukubo (temple lodgings), and modern hotels. Find out more about each.

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Walking in Japan

Walking in JapanA network of old trails cover Japan, steeped in history, which allow the visitor a privileged view. Combine easy to strenuous walking and hiking with stays in luxurious hot spring ryokan and lovely inns, and sightseeing in the country's grandest cities.

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hot springs

Onsen

Onsen - as hot springs are known in Japan, are dotted throughout the landscape of Japan, and are one of its best travel experiences. From grand resort hotels to small springs hidden deep in the mountains, onsen will soothe and relax you.

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custom

Custom & private toursWe can create a private tour for groups of friends. Choose one of our itineraries or let us design your own unique journey through Japan. Tours can be fully-guided, or you explore Japan at your own pace with a detailed self-guided itinerary.

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Tour leaders
Tour leaders
Expert bi-lingual guides make all the difference. Read more

Cycling toursNakahechi
Discover Japan your own way with our self-guided walking tours.
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Before you go

Responsible Tourism
Read about policy for sustainable tourism, our commitment to help protect the rural environment, and our ongoing project to restore a Japanese farmhouse. More

Tour calender

 

Read our help section to find out the answer to your questions. Read our pre-booking frequently-asked questions, and once booked find out about preparing for your trip to Japan.

There is a country profile for Japan, practical information about travelling there, and pages about food, accommodation and hot springs.

late availability

 

Shoguns and Samurai 7 - 20 July Few spaces

Mountain Spirits 19 - 31 July Few spaces

Google Earth

Google Earth

View the route of our tours in stunning 3D.

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Phone: +44 20 7099 6147 Fax: +44 20 7681 3131
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