Discover more of Japan

Thoughtful journeys shaped by deep local knowledge, from Japan’s celebrated places to its lesser-visited regions

Japan, beyond the obvious

The best journey through Japan is not necessarily the one that includes the most places. Drawing on detailed knowledge from our specialist team in Japan, we look at what genuinely interests you, how you like to travel and where your time is best spent – from Tokyo and Kyoto to regions you may not previously have considered.

Tell us about your plans

You don’t need to have your itinerary worked out. Tell us what you know so far, what interests you and how you like to travel. We’ll use this to start thinking about the kind of journey that could work for you.

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A more personal way to plan Japan

Some journeys need more than a standard itinerary. We work closely with our specialist team in Japan to develop the route, accommodation and experiences around the way you want to travel, with careful attention to pacing and where your time is best spent.

What can we arrange?

Your journey can be planned from beginning to end, with accommodation, transport, guiding and experiences brought together as one coherent itinerary. We can also incorporate arrangements you have already made yourself.

Regional knowledge

Detailed knowledge across Japan allows us to look beyond the standard routes, introducing different regions, smaller towns and rural areas when they genuinely add something to your journey.

Hotels & ryokan

Hotels, ryokan and distinctive places to stay chosen not only for their quality and location, but for what they add to the journey – from a memorable onsen stay to a small inn that gives you a different perspective on a place.

Food & cultural experiences

Food, cultural and specialist experiences chosen for the part they play in your journey, with opportunities to meet people and understand more about the places you visit.

Private guides

Experienced local guides used selectively, where their knowledge and perspective can add something genuinely worthwhile to your time in a place.

Rail & private transport

Rail, private vehicles, ferries and airport transfers considered as part of the journey, with each route chosen to make the best use of your time and keep the itinerary flowing naturally.

Support in Japan

Practical support from our team in Japan throughout your journey, with people on the ground who know your itinerary and the arrangements that have been made for you.

How it works

1 - Tell us about your journey

Tell us when you would like to travel, who is travelling and what matters most to you. You don't need to know exactly where you want to go – understanding your interests, priorities and preferred pace is more important.

2 - We shape your journey

We work with our specialist team in Japan to develop the route, accommodation and experiences around you, considering not only what to include, but how the journey fits together and where your time is best spent.

3 - Refine, book and travel

We refine the journey with you before the arrangements are booked. Once you travel, our team in Japan is there to support you, with detailed knowledge of your itinerary and the arrangements made for you.