Plan Your Trip to Japan With Me!

Let me help you experience Japan your way, with a personalized itinerary built around what you love.

Why You Should Trust Me

I’ve spent the last 10 years traveling extensively around Japan, searching for the best spots, hidden gems, and places to eat.

I've lived in Hokkaido for the past 6 years and specialize in that area. However, I can help plan a trip anywhere across Japan using my years of travel experience as a professional writer, photographer, and videographer.

  • I’ve spent the last 10 years living in Japan, exploring far beyond the usual tourist trail. I know the places worth making time for, the experiences you won’t always find in guidebooks and on social media, and the practical details that can make all the difference to your trip.

  • As a professional travel photographer, I’ve explored Japan with an eye for the places and moments that make a trip truly memorable. I can help you discover not only where to go, but where to find the views, hidden corners, and experiences you’ll want to remember long after your trip.

  • Having trained and worked in Michelin-starred kitchens in Japan, food has always played an important role in the way I travel. From local specialties to restaurants worth seeking out, I can help make food a highlight of your trip.

  • Speaking both English and Japanese allows me to explore beyond what’s available to international visitors. I can help research and book restaurants and experiences that can only be found in Japanese.

MY SERVICES

Quick Itinerary Check
From $70 USD

If you already have an itinerary and want a double-check, I can review it and suggest ways to make your trip to Japan even more enjoyable.

    • Help refining your overall route

    • Travel time and pacing check

    • Suggestions for destinations you may have missed

    • Recommendations on what to add, skip, or rearrange

    • Local tips and practical advice

    • Personalized feedback based on your travel style

    (The starting price covers itineraries up to 7 days. Longer trips are welcome and will be quoted based on itinerary length.)

    • A fully designed day-by-day itinerary

    • Detailed restaurant, hotel, or activity research

    • Making reservations or bookings on your behalf

    • Detailed transportation schedules or ticket booking

    • Major itinerary changes after the review

    • Ongoing trip-planning support

Full Itinerary Planning
From $200 USD

If you’re planning a trip to Japan and aren't sure where to start, I can help you build the perfect itinerary based on your interests and needs.

    • Personalized planning for up to 7 days of travel for 200 USD.

    • Personalized route planning

    • Recommended cities, towns, and areas

    • Suggested number of nights in each destination

    • General accommodation and transport guidance

    • Simple day-by-day outline

    • One round of follow-up questions

    • Booking links where helpful

    Planning a longer trip? Additional days can be added for 25 USD per day.

    Bookings and detailed daily planning are not included.

    • Personalized planning for up to 7 days of travel for 400 USD.

    • Fully personalized day-by-day itinerary

    • Train, flight, and transport recommendations

    • Accommodation suggestions for each destination

    • Restaurant and café recommendations

    • Onsen, activities, and local experiences

    • Personalized pacing based on your interests

    • Maps and practical transport notes

    • Estimated trip budget

    • Booking links for recommended experiences and accommodation

    • Alternative route ideas where appropriate

    • Follow-up revisions

    Planning a longer trip? Additional days can be added for 50 USD per day.

    All reservations and bookings are made by you.

    • Personalized planning for up to 7 days of travel for 1000 USD.

    • Everything in the Complete package

    • Assistance with bookings and reservations

    • Restaurant reservation support

    • Detailed daily schedules and timings

    • Optimized train and transport connections

    • Custom Google Maps with saved locations

    • Alternative plans for bad weather or unexpected changes

    • Support via WhatsApp, LINE, or email during your trip’

    Planning a longer trip? Additional days can be added. Contact for more details.

Photography
From $250 USD

I can capture your moments in Japan, whether it's a wedding, a family shoot, an engagement shoot, or a trip of a lifetime.

Contact me for more details about your bespoke photography session.

Photography Examples

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Fill out the form

Fill out a short form about your travel dates, interests, budget, and what you want from your trip.

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Review and Confirmation

I’ll personally review your plans, make sure I’m the right fit, and confirm the details and price with you.

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Confirm & Pay

Once everything looks good, payment is made upfront, and I’ll start editing your itinerary/planning your trip.

Payment via: WISE, PayPal, Bank Transfer

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Send Itinerary

Within one week, I'll send your personalized Japan itinerary directly to you, ready for your trip.

  • Andy listened to our budget needs and then expertly suggested an itinerary including places to visit in each area. We can't wait for another visit with Andy's help from this amazing country.

    - Barbara, US

  • "We asked Andy to take family photos during our trip to Kyoto and were very happy with his hispitality and the final photos!"

    - Doris

FORM

Fill out the form below with your name, contact details, and the services you would like.

FAQ

    1. Please choose your service and complete the form above with your Japan travel plans.

    2. I will send you a reply within 3 days if there is any more information I need. (Optional: we can also have an online call to go through more detailed itineraries)

    3. I’ll send your plan by email within one week of planning.

  • I cover all areas of Japan based on my own travel experience!

  • Absolutely yes. I can tailor a custom itinerary according to your needs and what you want out of Japan.

  • Yes this is no problem! I know plenty of kid-friendly spots, activities and places to eat.

  • Because each service involves personalized planning, research, and advice tailored specifically to your trip, refunds are not available once work has begun.

    However, I want you to feel confident and happy with the service you receive. If something doesn’t meet your expectations, please get in touch. I’m happy to provide reasonable clarifications, adjustments, or additional recommendations to help make your itinerary work for you.

  • I accept bank transfer, PayPal, or Wise.