Japan Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best Japan travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in Japan who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Angel Tang

(60 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Angel specializes in: biking, hiking, cusine,cruise,honeymoon
Recent traveler reviews for Angel:
"I recently returned from a trip to Japan, and I can confidently say it was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life—thanks in large part to Angel from Kimkim." - by Orlando M., Jul 22, 2025 · see review
"Angel, our travel agent local to Japan, prepared a perfect itinerary for our family, was quick to respond to any questions I had and planned a stress free trip for us." - by Loretta, Jul 8, 2025 · see review
"Angel made excellent suggestions that enabled us to fulfill specific requests while also having memorable experiences." - by JP, Jul 5, 2025 · see review

Sandy Ren

(48 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Sandy specializes in: Family tours, Honeymoon tours, Culture tours, Classic tours
Recent traveler reviews for Sandy:
"I am so glad we hired Sandy from Kim Kim for our vacation." - by Ian, Aug 12, 2025 · see review
"Sandy arranged all of our transportation, hotels and several guides and outings." - by Christa, Jul 15, 2025 · see review
"I knew I needed some help with this one and KimKim and Sandy, our trip coordinator, to the rescue." - by Katherine, Jul 12, 2025 · see review

Shona Zhang

(46 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Recent traveler reviews for Shona:
"Shona planned an amazing trip for my family which included me, my husband and 2 daughters ages 12 and 16." - by Rosemary, Aug 13, 2025 · see review
"Working with KimKim, and our local specialist, Shona, was simple and efficient." - by Josh, Aug 4, 2025 · see review
"Great planning and preparation by Shona." - by Reza, Jul 29, 2025 · see review
Shona's Favorite Itineraries:

Eleanor Chen

(23 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan and China
Eleanor specializes in: Bespoke trip, Honeymoon Trip, Family Trip, Food/Culture Visit
Recent traveler reviews for Eleanor:
"Eleanor did an amazing job finding us the bullet trains, planes, buses and private cars to allow us to somehow - manageably!" - by HENRY, Jul 19, 2025 · see review
"Eleanor did an amazing job curating the trip + tours based on our interests." - by Margaret, Jun 11, 2025 · see review
"Eleanor organised everything beautifully for us." - by Karenr, Jun 7, 2025 · see review

Leny Vergara

(21 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Leny specializes in: Family Travel, Honeymoon & Romantic Getaways, Solo Travel, Adventure Travel, Packaged Holidays, Luxury Travel, Escorted Tours, Group Travel
Recent traveler reviews for Leny:
"Leny was very helpful to customize and make MANY changes to our trip based on our requests." - by geraldine, Aug 21, 2025 · see review
"Leny and her team were wonderful to work with from beginning to end." - by Tara, Aug 20, 2025 · see review
"Leny was fantastic to work with and created an amazing family trip that we'll never forget!" - by Mike, Jul 1, 2025 · see review

Olivia Luang

(11 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Olivia specializes in: Whether you're planning a kid-friendly adventure, a romantic honeymoon, a relaxing luxury getaway, or a multi-country journey, I’m always happy to include fun and memorable activities to make your holiday in Asia truly special.
Recent traveler reviews for Olivia:
") which took in various parts of the USA and an amazing 11 days in Japan, curated brilliantly for us by Olivia-san at Kimkim." - by Mike, Jun 30, 2025 · see review
"The kimkim agent who worked with us from Japan is Olivia and she did an outstanding job for us." - by Philip, Jun 28, 2025 · see review
"Kim Kim (Olivia)'s support in planning and organising the visit was superb." - by Madhavi, May 5, 2025 · see review

Greg Varga

(10 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo, Japan
Greg specializes in: Japanese food, culture, nature, anime. Luxury, family, and onsen trips.
Recent traveler reviews for Greg:
"With 6 people traveling (4 adults and 2 kids), Greg and the Kim Kim team were able to help us find great locations to stay while providing us with a unique experience that we will not soon forget." - by Ryan, Aug 4, 2025 · see review
"We are so thankful we used Greg with Kimkim to help us plan our 8 day trip to Tokyo and Kyoto." - by Susie, Jul 7, 2025 · see review
"From our first contact with KimKim and Greg, our trip planner, the process was smooth and efficient." - by Sherri, Jul 4, 2025 · see review
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Ada Huang

(9 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Ada specializes in: Culture ,History , Hiking and BeachTours
Recent traveler reviews for Ada:
"Ada was excellent in setting up all our transportation and activities from start to finish and was easily accessible throughout our trip." - by Collins, Dec 3, 2024 · see review
"Ada was Amazing always helping us , Making sure every excursion we had we were reminded what we needed to take , time to be picked up!" - by Catherine, Nov 5, 2024 · see review
"Ada was very professional and responded to all requests, updates and trip changes that we had." - by Heath, Jun 25, 2024 · see review

Cory Varga

(8 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Cory specializes in: Honeymoon, Food, Nature, Temples & Shrines, Anime & Manga
Recent traveler reviews for Cory:
"Cory planned a seamless trip for us and was available to fix any hiccups along the way." - by Tina, Aug 7, 2025 · see review
"From Start to finish Cory created a wonderful itinerary for our girls trip." - by Farhat, May 2, 2025 · see review
"I cannot recommend the KimKim service or specifically Cory highly enough!" - by Trish, Apr 13, 2025 · see review

Katsu Okada

(8 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Vancouver
Katsu specializes in: Cultural tour, foodie experiences, nature excursions, bespoke trips, and high-end luxury travel,
Recent traveler reviews for Katsu:
"Katsu provided helpful and interesting recommendations that helped make our Japan journey amazing!" - by Sarah, Aug 4, 2025 · see review
"Our local specialist, Katsu, was so great about making wonderful recommendations, figuring out the logistics for getting from one place to another on time, and providing details that helped make our trip smooth and enjoyable." - by Jenny, Jun 17, 2025 · see review
"Katsu planned us a beautiful trip to Japan during the first two weeks of May." - by Charlie, May 23, 2025 · see review

Christine Liu

(7 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Seoul and Japan
Christine specializes in: Seoul, Busan, Gyeongju, Jeju Island, Andong, classic tours, foodie experiences, culture&history tours, family vacation, tailor-made trips
Recent traveler reviews for Christine:
"Christine truly did listen to my individual preferences in planning a trip to South Korea and Beijing that felt very bespoke in the end." - by William, Nov 23, 2024 · see review
"Christine, my travel counselor, was amazing, professional, proactive and gave me recommendations on what to do and see." - by Mona, Oct 31, 2024 · see review
"Christine, we really liked the accommodations, especially La Meridian Myeongdong, AC Marriot (Gangnam) and La Valse in Busan." - by David, Sep 26, 2024 · see review

Alisha Estevez

(6 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Bali
Alisha specializes in: The areas which I am specialize in are Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
Recent traveler reviews for Alisha:
"My experience with Alisha was top notch." - by Renee, Aug 1, 2023 · see review
"Our honeymoon was amazing due to the amazing services that were provided by Kim Kim and their services held by Alisha." - by Daniel, Apr 23, 2023 · see review
"We have only amazing things to say about our experience with Alisha and the trip she planned for us." - by Ben, Feb 8, 2023 · see review

Ben Tanaka

(6 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan, China
Ben specializes in: Guided Tours, Custom Itineraries, Group Travel Planning, Cultural Experiences, Adventure Travel, Historical Tours, Culinary Tours, Family Travel, Business Travel Coordination, Event Planning
Recent traveler reviews for Ben:
"After relaying my wants on the initial call, I was connected with Ben via email." - by Nikki, Jul 10, 2025 · see review
"Ben was my wonderful trip planner and from the first interaction, he was so extremely helpful and patient with my 1,000s of questions and itinerary changes." - by Eric, Jul 3, 2025 · see review
"Ben was the most amazing specialist." - by Tiffany, Jun 18, 2025 · see review

Lisa Sun

(5 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in China
Lisa specializes in: Tailor-made itinerary, Multi-country tours, Family trips, Honeymoon tours, Beach vacation, Culture tours.
As a China English-speaking tour guide with 20 years of experience in the tourism industry, I have a deep passion for the travel profession and am dedicated to introducing China's rich culture and beautiful scenery to more international friends. To better meet the diverse needs and expectations... read more

Hilda Yang

(3 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Hilda specializes in: Family tours, Classic tours, Culture and adventure tours
Recent traveler reviews for Hilda:
"Hilda was very knowledgeable and kind." - by Audrea, Dec 10, 2024 · see review
"Hilda was amazing in assisting us with our travel planning." - by Cori, Nov 20, 2024 · see review
"My assigned local Specialist, Hilda, was amazing!" - by Toby, Apr 9, 2024 · see review

Cannon Xiao

(2 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Cannon specializes in: Animation, Culture,Local cuisine,Outdoor activities,Adventure
I adore Japan! Its rich cultural tapestry, captivating history, delectable cuisine, warm-hearted people, and breathtaking landscapes truly captivate my heart. My passion for Japan runs deep—not only do I appreciate its traditions and natural beauty, but I also actively engage with its music,... read more

Ilse Montald

(1 review)
Japan Travel Agent based in Kyoto
Ilse specializes in: Cultural (traditional and popular) , off the beaten path, traditions, food
Hi! My name is Ilse, a Belgian living in Japan for 6 years now. I have lived in Tokyo, Kobe, Kyoto and now Nara. Travel should be an adventure, discovering a destination and yourself. The best way to do this is to meet people and immerse yourself in local traditions without fear. I hope that... read more

Mina Helland

(1 review)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Mina specializes in: Family Travel, Solo Travel, Tailor-made trips, hidden gems
Hajimemashite (nice to meet you)! My name is Mina, I am originally from a small town on the west coast of Norway. I have always had a passion for exploring different cultures and languages of the world, and I knew I wanted to experience cultures very different from my own. As I have had a deep... read more

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Trip Reviews for Japan

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
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Based on 402 ratings

Wonderful Trip to Japan
Japan | Aug 12 - Aug 20, 2025

Alejandra
Alejandra A.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025
We had such an easy and amazing time exploring a big chunk of Japan! Yas was our guide once we arrived and was very helpful in explaining how to travel while in Japan and Mina was a wonderful local specialist! She always answered all my questions and helped us whenever we needed anything! Would highly recommend this site, especially when traveling to Japan! Read more

We had such an easy and amazing time exploring a big chunk of Japan! Yas was our guide once we arrived and was very helpful in explaining how to travel while in Japan and Mina was a wonderful local specialist! She always answered all my questions and helped us whenever we needed anything! Would highly recommend this site, especially when traveling to Japan!

Hotel Reviews
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima
Hiroshima

Very nice and spacious rooms! Breakfast was amazing as always in Japan. Very clean as well! Very comfortable nights rest!

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THE KANZASHI TOKYO ASAKUSA

Breakfast is amazing! Very nice and helpful staff, and very close to a lot of fun little shops, a temple, and more! Rooms are nice and clean. Very comfortable stay

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The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
Kyoto

Breakfast is buffet style! The rooms are very spacious and clean! Really nice after a long day of being on your feet! Very close to a train station and a 7-11 !

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Ryokan Fukuzumiro

Very nice and amazing staff!! The rooms are very comfortable, and our helper was very attentive to our schedule and needs! The onsen are to DIE for and soooo relaxing! Very nice koi pond inside and an amazing view from the rooms!

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Very traditional japanese inn!
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Hotel Yaenomidori Tokyo
Chuo City

Staff are very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend the foot bath spa they offer! Very nice rooms, very comfortable! Delicious breakfast too!

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Close to the Haneda airport and really close to major shopping districts!
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Activity Reviews
Kimono Rental + Outdoor photo shooting
Kimono Rental + Outdoor photo shooting
Kyoto

Had so much fun taking the pretties photos with a kimono! The photographer is super nice and so is the staff at the kimono rental facility.

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Goodbye Japan!
Goodbye Japan!
Japan

I was really sad to leave. Make sure you know what terminal your flight is on, to help prevent getting lost (like me) Transport was really simple otherwise.

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Visit Tokyo Skytree
Visit Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo

Very fun activity! Dinner inside is a bit expensive but a very nice experience. Many souvenir shops, and very amazing views!

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Local specialist: Mina Helland

Perfect trip!
Japan | Aug 9 - Aug 20, 2025

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geraldine c.
France | Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025
Leny was very helpful to customize and make MANY changes to our trip based on our requests.
Her team was also there during the actual trip to check up on us and help with any last minute needs.
I highly recommend her!
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Leny was very helpful to customize and make MANY changes to our trip based on our requests.
Her team was also there during the actual trip to check up on us and help with any last minute needs.
I highly recommend her!

Hotel Reviews
hotel MONday Premium Ueno Okachimachi
Tokyo
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Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo
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Hotel Vista Tokyo Tsukiji

Good location Rooms are quite small.

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Activity Reviews
Sushi Making Experience: Craft Authentic Sushi
Sushi Making Experience: Craft Authentic Sushi
Kyoto
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Half Day Tokyo Tour with English Speaking Guide (Private)
Half Day Tokyo Tour with English Speaking Guide (Private)
Tokyo

Very nice and knowledgeable guide, but his accent in English made it a bit hard to understand him sometime

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Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Aug 23, 2025

Hi Geraldine, welcome back home!

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m happy to hear that the adjustments we made helped shape the trip to fit your requests. My team and I always want to make sure you feel supported, not just during the planning, but also throughout your travels, so it means a lot that you noticed. I appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to help again whenever you plan your next adventure.

Sincerely,
Leny

Amazing family trip to Japan with teen boys
Japan | Aug 6 - Aug 19, 2025

Tara
Tara S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025
We had an amazing family trip to Japan. Leny and her team were wonderful to work with from beginning to end. We asked for her to cut the original cost in half, which she managed to do and still secure us a very nice itinerary and accommodations. All of our planned activities as well as our self guided day suggestions were a great fit for our family. It was the best vacation we have ever had with our two teenagers, who are not always an easy age to travel with or keep engaged. The... Read more

We had an amazing family trip to Japan. Leny and her team were wonderful to work with from beginning to end. We asked for her to cut the original cost in half, which she managed to do and still secure us a very nice itinerary and accommodations.

All of our planned activities as well as our self guided day suggestions were a great fit for our family. It was the best vacation we have ever had with our two teenagers, who are not always an easy age to travel with or keep engaged.

The night at the ryokan in Hokone was an unforgettable traditional Japanese experience. We also loved Hotel Brighton in Kyoto as we were able to rent bicycles from the hotel and enjoy Kyoto on bike.
We especially loved all of the animals we got to encounter while in Japan. The deer in Nara, the Monkeys at Arashiyama (Kyoto) and the Otters/owls/kapibara/meerkat at the “Cute otter cafe” in Tokyo. We also really enjoyed our ramen making class in Osaka as a family and our visit to TeamLabs in Tokyo.
A couple of items that weren’t on the itinerary that we loved was going to a Giants game in Tokyo, the Kyoto Railroad Museum, and visiting the Aquarium in Osaka.
Truly a trip of a lifetime. We will certainly be using KimKim and Leny’s services for traveling again in the future. It was our first time using a service like this and I can’t even begin to thank Leny and her team enough. They made our 2 weeks in Japan together go so smoothly. They were regularly checking in and reminding us of any updates and itinerary items. All of our documents were arranged and ready for us ahead of time and all worked as expected. This experience has changed how I will travel from now on.

Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Aug 21, 2025
Thank you so much, Tara, for sharing such a thoughtful review. I’m delighted to hear your family’s trip to Japan went so smoothly and that the mix of guided tours and self-guided days was the right balance. It makes me especially happy that the ryokan stay in Hakone was such a highlight, and that your teenagers enjoyed the experiences as well—it’s not always easy to keep them engaged on a long trip, so that’s wonderful to hear. I also enjoyed reading about the extra places you discovered on... Read more

Thank you so much, Tara, for sharing such a thoughtful review. I’m delighted to hear your family’s trip to Japan went so smoothly and that the mix of guided tours and self-guided days was the right balance. It makes me especially happy that the ryokan stay in Hakone was such a highlight, and that your teenagers enjoyed the experiences as well—it’s not always easy to keep them engaged on a long trip, so that’s wonderful to hear.

I also enjoyed reading about the extra places you discovered on your own, like the Giants game, Kyoto Railroad Museum, and Osaka Aquarium. Those kinds of spontaneous finds are what make a trip feel truly personal, and it’s great that you embraced them.

It was a pleasure putting this journey together for you and staying connected throughout to ensure everything went as planned. I’m glad the arrangements helped keep things stress-free so you could simply enjoy your time together. Thank you again for trusting me with such a meaningful family adventure—I’d love to help plan another unforgettable trip for you in the future.

Warm regards,
Leny

I found the guides were very friendly and inf...
Japan | Jul 30 - Aug 12, 2025

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Pam C.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025
I found the guides were very friendly and informative. Th e travel arrangements made it very easy to get from a to b and accommodations very satisfactory. Thank you. Read more

I found the guides were very friendly and informative. Th e travel arrangements made it very easy to get from a to b and accommodations very satisfactory. Thank you.

Hotel Reviews
Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier
Tokyo

Nice room, close to station, outstanding breakfast. Bit pricey in the lounge.

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Cross Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto
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Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Osaka
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Activity Review
Tokyo City Exploration ( private group ) & Sumo show with chanko nabe lunch ( join in, small group )
Tokyo City Exploration ( private group ) & Sumo show with chanko nabe lunch ( join in, small group )
Tokyo

Very entertaining. Good food

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Local specialist: Angel Tang
Angel
Angel Tang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Aug 20, 2025

Hi Pam and Jessica,
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We had a wonderful time working and planning with Jessica and we appreciate your family's patience and understanding throughout the trip.
It's always rewarding to help create memorable experiences for travelers like your family.
Welcome you and your family back to Japan again in the future and there are more things for you to explore in different seasons.

All the best,
Angel

Family trip to Japan
Japan | Aug 3 - Aug 12, 2025

Rosemary
Rosemary S.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
Shona planned an amazing trip for my family which included me, my husband and 2 daughters ages 12 and 16. It was the perfect blend of learning about Japanese culture and activities that my daughters would enjoy. We had several activities that we liked a lot. On our 1st day, we had Yuto as a guide for 2 different activities. We did a bike tour all around Osaka during the day and a food tour at night. He made sure we were safe and allowed us to take breaks when we needed to (it was extremely... Read more

Shona planned an amazing trip for my family which included me, my husband and 2 daughters ages 12 and 16. It was the perfect blend of learning about Japanese culture and activities that my daughters would enjoy. We had several activities that we liked a lot. On our 1st day, we had Yuto as a guide for 2 different activities. We did a bike tour all around Osaka during the day and a food tour at night. He made sure we were safe and allowed us to take breaks when we needed to (it was extremely hot that day). In Kyoto, we loved the tea ceremony where we dressed in kimonos and learned about the traditions of hosting a tea service. We also had a wonderful guide named Yasuko who took us to a temple, a shrine, and a boat ride down the Hozugawa River. This was a highight of the trip. Yasuko was very knowledgable and she took great care of us (getting our tickets, guiding us with the public transportation) during these excursions. In Tokyo, we had a lovely time with our tour guide, Yumi, who ventured with us in the rain. She was very patient with us as my daughter who loves anime and Harajuku fashion wanted to shop along a busy area in Tokyo. Again, we had another tour guide who kept us safe while teaching us about Japanese history and culture. Lastly, to celebrate my husband's upcoming 50th birthday, Shona planned a beautiful fine-dining experience on a boat going around Tokyo Bay. The staff made the experience a memorable one!
In terms of accommodations, the hotels were very clean and comfortable. Check-in was easy. We liked that we were able to do some laundry at the hotel during our trip and breakfast was included everyday. The location of the hotels were convenient and close to different restaurants and shops. Lastly, riding the bullet train was a blast. Although going through the train station was hectic with people everywhere (luckily, my husband is knowledgeable with using public transportation in different countries), Shona planned 1st class accommodations along with room for our big luggage which was key when traveling.
Overall, this was a trip of a lifetime. Shona planned the perfect blend of fun stuff for my kids (Universal Studios, sumo wrestling, anime) and historic stuff for me and my husband. It was busy and we were tired, but it was worth it! The communication before and during our trip was great. Everyday, we would get a text with all the information we needed for the day (tickets, which public transportation to use, locations on Google maps). As someone who usually plans our family vacations, using KimKim and having Shona plan everything made me feel at ease with no stress. Thank you to Shona, tour guides, drivers, and KimKim staff who made this trip one of the best we have experienced as a family. We look forward to having another trip with KimKim in the near future!

Local specialist: Shona Zhang
Shona
Shona Zhang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Aug 19, 2025

Hi Rosemary .
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback—it inspires me to keep learning and striving so every traveler who trusts us, just like you, receives truly professional care. I’m grateful for your patience and cooperation throughout the journey, and I send my sincerest wishes to you and your family, The health and peace always be with you. Hope to see you again on your next trip .
Best
Shona