Japan Trip Consultation
Feeling overwhelmed? Want expert guidance on your Japan plans without committing to full itinerary planning? These sessions are a practical place to start.
You can book a focused review of an itinerary you already have, or a deeper strategy session to talk through your trip from a higher level. Some clients use these sessions as a one-time check in. Others continue into full itinerary planning. Either way, the session is designed to be valuable on its own.
Option 1: Japan Itinerary Review (25 mins)
Best for travelers who already have a draft itinerary and want expert feedback before locking in bookings.
In this session, we will:
review your itinerary structure and pacing
flag likely friction points and common mistakes
suggest practical adjustments to improve flow and realism
identify the biggest upgrades for comfort, timing, and overall experience
Price: $79 USD
Length: 25 minutes
Option 2: Japan Trip Strategy Session (55 mins)
Best for travelers who want to talk through trip direction, priorities, and tradeoffs before building a detailed plan.
In this session, we will:
clarify priorities and constraints
map a realistic trip shape and pacing
discuss region choices and routing logic
surface tradeoffs so you can decide confidently
outline the next best steps, whether you plan with us or on your own
Price: $129 USD
Length: 55 minutes
How do these sessions work?
After booking, you will receive a short confirmation email with a few questions to help us use the time well. If you already have a draft itinerary, you can share it in advance.
Sessions are held by video call (typically on Zoom).
These are paid advisory sessions. We do not book accommodations, trains, flights or tours.
Does this get credited toward full itinerary planning?
If you decide to move into full itinerary planning, we will credit the full cost of your session toward the itinerary planning fee.
Credit is valid for 30 days from your session date.
Who is this for?
These sessions are a good fit if you:
want experienced guidance and honest feedback
are aiming for a well paced trip, not a packed checklist
want to avoid common timing and logistics mistakes
value clarity before you spend time and money booking
FAQs
Can you help even if my trip is still early stage?
Yes. The strategy session is built for that. If you already have a draft itinerary, the itinerary review is usually the better fit.
Will you send a written plan after the call?
No. These sessions are designed to be focused advisory calls. If you want a full plan built for you, that is a separate service.
Do you book anything for clients?
No. We do not book hotels, trains, restaurants, tours or activities.
What if I need more help after the call?
You can book another session, or we can discuss full itinerary planning (when upgrading, you’ll get the initial call fee credited against the itinerary planning fee).
Important scope notes
To keep these sessions focused and fair:
This service does not writing the actual include itinerary
Follow up questions after the call, as well as research or a written summary, are not included but can be purchased separately
If you want additional help after the session, you can book another session or move into full itinerary planning
If you want us to build a full trip plan for you, we can discuss whether full itinerary planning is the right fit at the end of the call.
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Our Process: Japan Travel Made Extraordinary
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Step 1: Initial Conversations
We’ll have a chat about your upcoming Japan trip, asking questions & digging deeper into why you’ve chosen Japan as a travel destination and what you want to see, do and experience while you’re here. Then we’ll set out to curate and deliver a customized Japan travel itinerary for you.
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Step 2: Creating Your Customized Itinerary
Based on what we talk about in the early going, we’ll send an itinerary that fits your travel goals. Then we’ll go over the itinerary together, getting your feedback and making adjustments as needed. Once it’s all set, we’ll provide advice on your accommodations, tours, experiences and transportation.
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Step 3: Education & Anticipation
As your Japan trip gets closer, our role shifts to one of teacher and guide. We’ll help steer your journey of learning by focusing on the Japanese language and culture. That way, you’ll be well prepared by the time departure day rolls around, ready to hit the ground running after arrival in Japan.
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