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Custom or Group Travel

We can assist in planning itineraries for yourself, your family or for your group of friends. Whether your interest is karate, gardens, temples, scuba diving or Japanese spas we can help. You can take it slow at one of Japan's lovely golf courses or kick it up a notch, scuba diving amongst ancient underwater monuments. Tell us your interests and we'll make it happen. Our trips can be customized to accommodate individual dates or enjoyed as a small group (no more than sixteen members).

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All of our tour leaders have lived in Japan and are experts in Japanese culture, linguistics, and most importantly human interaction. Their enthusiasm and experience will help make your trip the undiscovered cultural adventure of a lifetime.

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Zamami, Kerama Islands

Twenty-two islands form the Keramas which are located in a subtropical region situated in the sparkling turquoise waters of the East China Sea. Zamami Island is one of four inhabited islands within the Kerama chain. Surrounded by sweeping white beaches with little development and few visitors, this ecological resort offers nirvana to the discerning traveler seeking traditional culture and pristine nature. Divers and snorkelers can get up close with a myriad of rare tropical reef fish and manta rays while hiking, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing are a great way to explore the islands’ topside. Easily accessible from the mainland, this laid-back beach destination provides a rare insight into rural Japanese lifestyles.

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Ishigaki, Yaeyama Islands

Ishigaki Island boasts magnificent mountains, lush forests and a mesmerizing array of tropical flowers. Visitors have often referred to it as the Hawaii of Japan. Being the main island in the Yaeyama Island chain Ishigaki offers a rare combination of cosmopolitan city and miles of pristine beaches. While there are many sightseeing attractions that highlight Ishigaki’s history and culture it also serves as a great starting point to explore the surrounding islands, many of which can be visited in a day. For divers Ishigaki is one of the few places in the world that guarantees manta ray sightings throughout the year. Kayak through Ishigaki’s intricate mangroves in the south, in the north embark on a jungle eco-tour. Choose beachfront accommodations from luxury all-inclusive resorts to quaint, family-run hotels.

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Yonaguni, Yaeyama Islands

Japan's most exhilarating diving destination awaits. Yonaguni is located at the westerly end of the Yaeyama Island chain. Delve in to the mystery of Japan's ancient underwater ‘lost city', the Yonaguni Stone Monuments. The site’s origins have left archaeologists and geologists in a heated debate as to whether it was man-made or formed by a natural phenomenon. Scalloped hammerhead shark and dog-tooth tuna school around Yonaguni’s coral encrusted caves and caverns that are home to thousands of teeming fish. Yonaguni is also home to wild roaming horses, dense jungle and three awamori (Okinawan liquor) factories. Either visit Yonaguni alone or embark on our Yonaguni Monuments Expedition: Explore Naha, Okinawa's bustling capital city. Dive and kayak around the Kerama Islands and delve in to the mystery of Yonaguni.

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Okinawa

Surrounded by crystal clear blue water and a labyrinth of underwater caves, Okinawa is the largest island in this archipelago. Accented with dense foliage and cascading waterfalls Okinawa's rugged coastline is dotted with luxury resorts making it a full-service vacation destination. From the ancient castles and bustling markets of Naha to the sugar cane plantations and fruit farms of the countryside, Okinawa has developed it's own culture in unique contrast to Japan. The birthplace of Karate, Okinawa has long been a favorite among martial arts enthusiasts. Although Okinawa is easily accessible from mainland Japan it provides ample opportunity to immerse oneself in Japan’s southern culture that still stands in stark contrast to the mainland.

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Tokyo / Kyoto

Both Tokyo and Kyoto are cities that blend 20th-century modernity and centuries-old traditions. Ancient temples co-exist next to concrete, steel and glass towers of modern architecture, while the quiet jingle of temple bells rise above the din of city life. Only in Japan is it common to have sushi for breakfast and where else does one see kimono-clad women checking their email. Despite its' 21st-century technology, ancient festivals are celebrated honoring rituals of Buddhist and secular traditions. Tokyo, the cradle of cosmopolitan Japanese culture, and Kyoto, home to seventeen UNESCO World Heritage Sites both offer a mesmerizing array of temples, palaces, castles, museums, gardens and more.

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