Private Tour
Narita-san Private Layover Tour from Narita International Airport
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Tiered Pricing
15,000 JPY per person — Group of 5-8
18,000 JPY per person — Group of 4
23,000 JPY per person — Group of 3
32,000 JPY per person — Group of 2
59,000 JPY per person — Solo traveler (1 person)
2,000 JPY per child (ages 6–11)
This tour is ideal for travelers staying near Narita Airport on a layover!
Our licensed, experienced English-speaking guide will pick you up at Narita Airport and take you to the magnificent Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, a historic Buddhist temple with over 1,000 years of history. Along the way, you’ll learn about Japan’s rich history and culture.
The approach to the temple, known as Omotesandō, is lined with charming shops and restaurants, offering local cuisine, traditional sweets, and unique souvenirs — a perfect chance to enjoy the local flavor of Japan.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please prepare rain gear, such as umbrella or a raincoat, in case of bad weather.
Due to weather condition or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
The tour involves a good amount of walking outdoors. We suggest wearing sneakers or comfortable shoes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Narita International Airport Terminal 1 Travel Center
The guide will meet you at the tourist information desk on the ground floor of either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. After being picked up from your hotel in central Tokyo, we'll take a limited express train to Sakura Station, then transfer to a local train to Narita. Let’s enjoy a pleasant 1-hour train ride! (If you choose Narita Airport as your pick-up point, the guide will take you to Narita Station by local train. The ride takes approximately 10 minutes.)
Naritasan Omote Sando
Narita is a city located near Narita Airport (formerly known as Tokyo New International Airport) in Chiba Prefecture, about 70 kilometers east of Tokyo. The city is famous for its historic and expansive Buddhist temple, Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. After we get off the train, we’ll enjoy a pleasant 15-minute walk to the temple. The narrow path leading there is lined with many traditional Japanese-style buildings, offering a charming glimpse into old Japan.
What‘s Included
Round trip tickets from Tokyo Station to Narita Station
Experienced English-speaking guide
Gratuity
Lunch
Pickup points
Narita Airport
1-1 Furugome Narita Japan
Options
2026 Narita Lay Over Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Experiencing Japan
Duane N,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hiromi not only showed me the sites of Narita, she helped me experience them. Through sake tasting, presenting offerings at the Shinto Temple, participating in the Buddhist Ceremony and finding a great place to eat eel all gave me a taste and feel of Japan. I especially appreciated her knowledge of Buddhism and learning about the Buddhism in Japan. Overall a great experience.
The perfect lay over tour
Jeffrey K,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Yoshi was excellent. Meeting up was flawless and the 4 hours passed so quickly. We learned a lot about Japanese culture and customs. The walking tour was beautiful. I would highly recommend this tour guide.
Perfect way to spend half a day in Narita!
Dean B,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to learn a bit about Narita and enjoy the Temple and local treats. Our guide (Yoshi) was super friendly, very knowledgeable and fun to spend some time with. Our tour was well organized and well paced for us. Highly recommend this tour if you have a half day in Narita.
The first time I went to the temple, I was alone. It was a very large complex with a lot of history
Z1850NLmichaelm,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour guide was very informative and spoke English very well. An experience I will never forget thank you again. I was very interested in the architecture of the temple. My guide was very knowledgeable about the entire complex.🌈
Incredible tour venue and guide during Narita layover
cynthia n,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour of the temple was truly amazing. Walking the streets of Narita to get to the temple took us back in time and once entering the temple the beauty of the temples and the grounds were inspiring. The buddhist ceremony at the main temple was moving and sharing it with all of the other parishoners and tourists moved us. And beyond all of this, our tour guide, Yoshi, was magnificent. He is down to earth, professional and personable and extremely knowledgeable. He even helped guide me to some shops to pick out gifts for family and friends on the way back to the train station. This tour and having Yoshi as a guide is not to be missed. We would absolutely recommend! We hope to visit again and do another tour with Yoshi.
Excellent Tour in Narita!
ashleydE3565FD,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoshi was funny, informative and very knowledgeable about the local Japanese culture and temple history! He adapted his tour to suit my fascination with the Buddhist faith and we even enjoyed the local eel dishes and a temple cleansing ceremony. It was an epic experience during my layover.
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