Request for tour recommendation Japan

I toured as a solo traveler with Inspiring Vacations. Gate 1 is also a good choice. These would be general tours, not arts/ textiles focused.

You might want to read Barbara's recent trip report. She and her husband had a unique tour that was tailored to their interests through a company called Inside Japan. Perhaps contacting this company about your interests might lead to something.

Barbara's trip report: https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/trip-reports/konnichiwa-and-arigato-japan
Inside Japan Tours: https://www.insidejapantours.com/us/

Also, here are a few other ideas. I had bookmarked this tour company a year or so ago, as it focuses on arts and textiles, and that is my interest as well. So you might want to check them out: https://www.eyhotours.com/japan-textiles-arts-crafts

Also, this Japan travel website lists a number of sites that would be interesting to anyone who wants to see arts and textiles. https://www.japan.travel/en/guide/traditional-craft-experiences-and-workshops/

there's an outfit here in LA called HIS Travel you should check out their offerings