Planning a trip to Japan can be overwhelming. With so many options—and so much conflicting information online—it’s easy to feel stuck. We help you cut through the noise, avoid costly mistakes, and design a trip that actually fits your interests, pace, and style.
Both Chris and his business partner Koko do this consulting. We usually start with a video or phone call and continue via email.
We typically help with:
- Accommodation recommendations
- Transport logistics (best routes, how to reserve etc)
- Route planning, including off-the-beaten track and deeper Japan
- Daily activities and experiences, including geisha experiences
- Advice for when guides can be useful and how to explore without a guide
- Private experiences not listed on our public site
- Practicality details (IC cards, money, wifi, luggage shipping)
- Daytrips possible from cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto
- Recommending good local restaurants to meet your preferences
We don’t usually produce full day-by-day itineraries or make bookings—but we give you everything you need to do this efficiently and at the best rates.
To start the process, email:
chris@chrisrowthorn.com
When you email, please tell us as much as possible about what kind of trip you have in mind. If you already have a tentative itinerary, please include it with your email.
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