Custom trips

We specialize in designing a private, fully customised trip in rural area for individuals, families and small groups.
Especially the greater Hida area in central Japan is our focus area and we are the only travel agency for foreiners in this area.
We are pleased to hear your travel ideas and assist you to create your unforgettable journey.
We mainly offer self-guided holidays so that you can get great value for money and wide flexibility.
Of course we can plan golden route(like Kyoto, Hakone, Nikko) and organize guided tours as well.

>> Go "Trip Ideas" and see sample itineraries

Accommodation Booking

Japan offers a wide range of accommodation.
We will select best ryokans (tradithinal Japanese inn) and hotels based on own research.
In Hida area, there are many high standard accommodations which are not listed on global reservation site.
Let us know your destinations, budget and preference, we can offer best options and book them for you.

Activities arrangements

Rural Japan Explorer provides a lot of activities such as cycling tour, cultural experiences and volunteer opportunity for people who loves good old Japan.
Each one of them is very unique and you can experience only in Hida area. We made each program to be closely linked to the community.
We believe this is perfect experience for people who wants to explore Satoyama and have cultural exchange with locals in beautiful rural area of Japan.

For cycling tour, visit Hida Satoyama Cycling website
Contact us for cultural experiences programs.