About Us

We’ve been on a journey of discovery & learning about Japan for decades. Japan Travel Pros is our way of sharing that journey with you. We want to show you the best of what Japan has to offer. Read on to find out how.

image of a deer walking through a torii gate at a Shinto shrine in Nara, Japan.

Showcasing the Best of Travels in Japan

First and foremost, we’re travelers at heart. Blessed to be able to travel across Japan, we’ve seen so much of what this culture has to offer. From the snowscapes of Hokkaido to the subtropical islands of Okinawa, in small towns and rural areas, throughout the hyper (yet surprisingly quiet) Tokyo and Osaka metropolises, and in-depth in a variety of regions across Japan, we’ve been gathering knowledge and experience. Starting and building Japan Travel Pros has been our way of showing the best of what Japan has to offer, and helping international visitors experience it.

As Japan grows as a destination, Japan Travel Pros grows in our capacity to support, educate and guide our clients along their self-guided tours in Japan. We love sharing insider knowledge, secrets, tips and tricks with folks who are visiting. And we are proud to be a part of your journey here. Yokoso! Welcome to Japan!

Your Japan Travel Pros Crew

Japan Travel Pros team member Aki

Aki

Japan Travel Pros team member Ari

Ari

Japan Travel Pros team member Mayu

Mayu

Japan Travel Pros team member Naoko

Naoko

What People Are Saying

  • BRAD in California

    “Ari & Aki really came through! Tremendously helpful & always professional. Our stay in Japan was smooth and memorable, with the peace of mind knowing that Japan Travel Pros was available for questions, info & additional requests. Thanks Ari & Aki!“

  • SILVI in Toronto

    “I knew Japan from social media and influencers – or at least I thought I did. Turns out there’s a whole REAL Japan beyond all that. Japan Travel Pros let us experience it firsthand. So grateful to Aki & Ari for the wonderful, life-changing experiences. Can’t wait to go back again!!”

  • SHERI in California

    “We’ve been dreaming of going to Japan for many years. Even though it got put off until after the pandemic, we couldn’t be happier that we’ve finally made it happen.. What an amazing way to experience Japan! Thanks Japan Travel Pros!!”

  • ELEANOR in Montreal

    Ari has always been very knowledgeable and prompt in responding to any of my travel-related questions for the last few years. He knows the best places to make recommendations tailored towards individual needs.

Want to know more about how Japan Travel Pros can help you? The first (virtual) coffee is on us. Let’s talk about your Japan travel dreams & how to turn those into reality!

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