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

(57 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Angel specializes in: biking, hiking, cusine,cruise,honeymoon
Recent traveler reviews for Angel:
"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
"Angel was amazing with our Japan tour." - by Heidyie Enith, Jun 30, 2025 · see review

Sandy Ren

(45 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Sandy specializes in: Family tours, Honeymoon tours, Culture tours, Classic tours
Recent traveler reviews for Sandy:
"I can’t thank Sandy enough for the incredible support she provided in planning my recent Asia trip." - by Shauna Gaye, Jun 24, 2025 · see review
"Sandy was able to fulfill all the requests we asked of her." - by Chris, Jun 6, 2025 · see review
"Our Kim Kim travel expert Sandy was outstanding!" - by Julie, May 30, 2025 · see review

Shona Zhang

(43 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Recent traveler reviews for Shona:
"Our agent, Shona, crafted the perfect 16-day itinerary for our journey through Japan, hitting all the right notes—from four vibrant cities with centrally located (but not overly luxurious per our request) hotels, to a thoughtful mix of landmark tours, delicious food experiences, time in nature, and authentic cultural encounters that deepened our appreciation of Japan." - by Mallory, Jun 26, 2025 · see review
"Shona, our KimKim travel specialist, provided excellent assistance in planning our vacation to Japan." - by Susan, Jun 23, 2025 · see review
"Shona was excellent!" - by Irfan, Jun 20, 2025 · see review
Shona's Favorite Itineraries:

Eleanor Chen

(21 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 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
"The little things really shown through in how Eleanor picked things for us and the tiny details we wouldn’t have known to consider ie booking trains after hotel check out times so we didn’t have big gaps where we had to lug bags around, booking our trains tickets closest to the door so we could find them easier." - by Kaya, May 22, 2025 · see review

Leny Vergara

(19 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 fantastic to work with and created an amazing family trip that we'll never forget!" - by Mike, Jul 1, 2025 · see review
"We are so grateful to Leny for planning an absolutely extraordinary journey through Japan." - by Anette, Jun 27, 2025 · see review
"Leny made the process so easy suggesting best itinerary for our family trip to Japan." - by Raffaella, Jun 25, 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

(9 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:
"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
"From our first phone call with Greg and Cory to the last day of the trip, we felt well supported." - by Divya, Jun 29, 2025 · see review
Greg's Favorite Itineraries:

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

Cory Varga

(7 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Cory specializes in: Honeymoon, Food, Nature, Temples & Shrines, Anime & Manga
Recent traveler reviews for Cory:
"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
"Cory was absolutely wonderful throughout our trip." - by Kim, Nov 25, 2024 · see review

Katsu Okada

(7 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:
"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
"My travel agent, Katsu, arranged all the Transfers and set up the train tickets for me." - by Arlene, May 5, 2025 · 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

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

Ben Tanaka

(5 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:
"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
"Ben did a phenomenal job planning my family trip to Japan!" - by Elizabeth, Apr 21, 2025 · 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

Stefaan Goossens

(1 review)
Japan Travel Agent based in Kyoto
Stefaan specializes in: Photography, local experiences, hiking, cultural tours
I love connecting with new people from different cultures and learning new perspectives or ways of thinking as I strongly believe that these experiences enrich our lives and makes us more understanding human beings. Originally from Belgium, I have been living in Kyoto for over 10 years now. I am... read more

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Trip Reviews for Japan

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.6
Based on 380 ratings

Stress Free Japan for First Timers
Japan | Jun 26 - Jul 5, 2025

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Loretta S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2025
For the first time in years, I decided to use a travel agent to help me plan our trip to Japan and a friend told me about Kimkim. It was the best decision! 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. Kimkim and Angel were amazing! Read more

For the first time in years, I decided to use a travel agent to help me plan our trip to Japan and a friend told me about Kimkim. It was the best decision! 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. Kimkim and Angel were amazing!

Hotel Reviews
Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu
Tokyo

We spent only 1 night here but loved the view of the crossing and convenience to the train station. Had a great meal in the cafe and breakfast buffet was amazing! Bed was very comfortable and room was the largest we had in the trip.

Authenticity & Character
Unique location
Location
Great views of the crossing
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were comfortable and breakfast was great! Knocking off 1 star as the AC was not working great in our room. Had it at the coldest setting and still a bit warm at night.
Cross Hotel Osaka
Osaka

Perfect location a few steps away from Dotonburi in one direction and high end stores in the other. The staff was especially friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet was the best we had on the trip. So many options!

Authenticity & Character
Breakfast buffet was memorable, location perfect
Location
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Loved the bathroom set up and beds were comfy
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto ekimae PREMIER
Kyoto

Very comfortable hotel in a convenient location near train station. Great amenities available with laundry, breakfast and a toiletries bar in the lobby for anything you may have forgotten. Check in/check out was so efficient. Loved the soaking tub in the bathroom!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean but bed and pillows were quite firm for me
Hakone Hotel Kajikaso
Hakone

The hotel is in a beautiful and peaceful location with a close walk into town. So interesting and unique to experience a traditional Japanese hotel, the onsen, and authentic meals in our room overlooking the river.

Authenticity & Character
Very authentic and unique experience
Location
Beautiful and serene yet close to the small town and walks by the river
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel was incredibly clean, however, I was not expecting how uncomfortable I would be sleeping Japanese style.
the b asakusa
Tokyo

Comfortable stay in a quieter yet tourist friendly part of Tokyo. No complaints

Authenticity & Character
Location
Quieter part of the city with lots of places to see, shop and eat
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full Day City Tour with  Osaka Castle
Full Day City Tour with Osaka Castle
Japan

We added Osaka to our itinerary last minute and I’m so glad we did! Although Osaka is another large city close to Kyoto, the vibes were so different. Very friendly and fun place. Had a great guide Senei who we really enjoyed spending the day with! Having a private driver made transport a breeze.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide had the best English in our trip and tailored the itinerary to our family
Transport
Mr Kole was a great driver! Very easy to get around and see a lot in one day!
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Kyoto

We got to see so many sites on this tour and learned a great deal about ancient history. Kyoto is an amazing place and very unique. Unfortunately one of the main castles was closed the day of our visit and the tour guide had purchased tickets in advance so it felt like a letdown

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide on this trip was very difficult to hear as she only spoke to one of us at a time. We regrouped after the tour and shared what we each learned to get a better feel for what we saw that day
Transport
We spent a good amount of time commuting to the castle only to find out it was closed. Felt like a waste of precious time in a great city
Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kyoto

Really fun touristy experience that gave us a lot of laughs and pictures! Only drawback was the time of year being summer did make the kimonos uncomfortable but we had a lot of fun with it

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tea guide was a bit reserved but our guide at the Samurai experience was really funny
Transport
Not applicable
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi & Oishi Park
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi & Oishi Park
Japan

Such a different experience from Tokyo - serene landscapes with Mt Fuji as the backdrop with a private guide and driver. Ayumi our tour guide was great at giving us information on the area and history. She also tailored the experience based off of my family’s interests which made the day very special. Ayumi and Mr Kong, our driver, made the day fun and relaxed.

Quality of Experience
Beautiful landscape and area
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ayumi and Mr Kong were our favorite guides on our whole trip
Transport
Best driver we had!
Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku
Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku
Tokyo

While we had some great food in places we would not have found ourselves, the food itself did not stand out to me as being that memorable. I had hoped for something a bit more special. The guide was very hard to hear in loud places and I felt like we missed out on interesting info about the area.

Quality of Experience
Food
Food was average
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Difficult to hear
Transport
Walking tour in cool areas
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Culture & Life
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Culture & Life
Tokyo

Nao was our tour guide for our first full day in Japan. She was the best and asked us if we liked the planned itinerary and made subtle changes along the way to our plans that perfectly suited my family!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nao went above and beyond to change things up and give us the Tokyo intro we won’t forget
Transport
Walked or used the subway. Having someone explain the subway system to us the first day was sooo helpful
Local specialist: Angel Tang

Trip with our two daughters to Tokyo and Kyoto was a hit - all thanks to Kimkim!!
Japan | Jun 29 - Jul 6, 2025

Susie
Susie L.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2025
We are so thankful we used Greg with Kimkim to help us plan our 8 day trip to Tokyo and Kyoto. He was not only helpful and answered all of our questions thoroughly throughout the entire planning process, but he gave awesome suggestions. We were traveling with our 8 and 11 year old daughters and wanted to make sure we hit the high points, but didn't totally beat them into the ground. We did various walking tours. Our guide Pam, who did the Temple and Shrine Walking Tour in Kyoto was one of the... Read more

We are so thankful we used Greg with Kimkim to help us plan our 8 day trip to Tokyo and Kyoto. He was not only helpful and answered all of our questions thoroughly throughout the entire planning process, but he gave awesome suggestions. We were traveling with our 8 and 11 year old daughters and wanted to make sure we hit the high points, but didn't totally beat them into the ground. We did various walking tours. Our guide Pam, who did the Temple and Shrine Walking Tour in Kyoto was one of the sweetest humans ever and we could tell she knew her history and has so much pride in Japanese history, which made the tour that much more fun. She was fantastic with the kids too and really made them feel included. Our guide on our vegetarian food tour through Shibuya, Mayu, was also fantastic. She took us to spots we would have never known were there in a million years. Our guide, Yujiro, on our walking tour through Nishiki Market, was kind and let us stop at food stalls and shops along the way to taste test everything. We had originally booked a tour to see Mt. Fuji, but it was so hazy the entire time we were here, that Greg actually recommended switching gears since he knew we weren't going to be able to see the mountain. So, he recommended TeamLab Planets and Tokyo Sky Tree for that day instead. TeamLab ended up being one of the kids' all-time favorite things to do. So if you're traveling with kids of any ages, I highly recommend going there. Also, 3 of the 4 of us are vegetarian, so with each day, Greg also listed out specific restaurants to try in whatever area we were in that day. Lastly, we are tall. My husband is 6'6 and I am 5'9 and we weren't sure if we'd fit in the beds there haha! Greg and Cory went above and beyond to help us find accommodations that we could configure beds together to be comfortable. We kept saying on our trip that had we not had Greg's help, we wouldn't have known where to start. We also would've never found some of the gems he led us to. If you are wondering if it's worth it or not to use Kimkim to help plan your trip - it 100% is. There is no way we would have had as great of a trip if we did what we normally do where we just plan it all ourselves and hope for the best. Greg also recommended getting a pocket wifi which was worth its weight in gold. We were surprised that Japan doesn't have free public wifi in a ton of places, so having the pocket wifi was immensely helpful. And we used both the subway and taxi cabs (which we used the Go Japan to hire) for so many rides, we became "gold" members on Go Japan in just one week. Greg also sent us guides on how to pack and tips on how to fit in with the customs in Japan, which I appreciated as we never want to show up in an unfamiliar place and come off as rude. I can say a million great things about all of the guides, tours, and Greg but the most important one is that you won't regret using Kimkim to help plan your next big trip! Thank you to all of our guides who made the trip that much more special too!

Hotel Reviews
The Blossom Hibiya
Minato

Loved this hotel! We were here the first two nights of our trips and got two separate rooms for my husband and I and our 8 and 11 year old daughters. The view from the higher level rooms knocks your socks off as your first time in the city. We included breakfast in our daily stays and loved the breakfast buffet too. The location was great, hotel was clean, staff was friendly, and it was in a great location!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Yuraku Kyo-yasaka
Kyoto

This was such a unique place to stay in Kyoto. We loved having an onsen in our room, as our 8 and 11 year old daughters did not want to go to a public one and be nude in front of other women haha! We loved our room and it was huge which surprised us! Beds were comfy and the staff was so accommodating on getting us a fantastic vegetarian breakfast in the morning. It was like a five-course fancy meal that we were not expecting at all. It also was walking distance to so many things including the Yasaka Shrine and Pagoda, all things we wanted to see. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nohga Hotel
Kyoto

We loved this hotel! We got the large suite on the top floor for our family of 4. (My husband and I and our 2 daughters - age 8 and 11.) The beds were comfy and large enough for my husband who is 6'6 which is always a feat! We also loved this breakfast buffet that our trip planner, Greg, added in for us. The location great and close to so many things. The room was clean and huge with so much space. Would stay here again and request our room in a heartbeat!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel New Otani Tokyo Garden Tower
Tokyo

The hotel is clean and in a great location. If you've ever been to Las Vegas and stayed on the strip, that is what this hotel reminds me of. It's not easy to just go in the lobby and get to your room. You walk past shops on the basement level and take two different sets of elevators and meander to get to your room. So the vibe of it reminded me of one of the larger casinos. Rooms were clean and we got two that joined together so we could have our 8 and 11 year olds in the room next to us!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Kyoto Temples & Gion Afternoon Walking Tour
Kyoto Temples & Gion Afternoon Walking Tour
Kyoto

Our guide Pam is what made this walking tour even more magical. She was so sweet and kind and made our 8 and 11 year old daughters feel included. She knows her history and really gets excited to share it, which made us so excited to hear it. She led us through various shrines and temples and was so patient while we shopped at washi club which is a unique stationary store. She gave great recommendations for restaurants and even helped us find ones that had vegetarian options. It was blazing hot on the day of the tour and she handled it like a champion. She was definitely one of our favorite guides we have ever had on any tour ever in all of our travels.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Pam just has the best demeanor. She's so kind and thoughtful and knowledgeable.
Transport
We were walking distance from our meeting spot at the Yasaka Shrine which was fantastic!
Local specialist: Greg Varga

We had an incredible time in Japan. KimKim h...
Japan | Jun 26 - Jul 4, 2025

Janet
Janet H.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2025

We had an incredible time in Japan. KimKim had everything planned out and made it easy. We would use them again going abroad

Local specialist: Angel Tang
Angel
Angel Tang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Jul 08, 2025

Dear Janet,
Thank you for entrusting KimKim with your Japan travel experience. We're delighted to hear our meticulous planning contributed to your memorable journey. Your satisfaction is our greatest motivation to continue delivering seamless travel solutions worldwide.
Warm regards,
Angel

Visiting Japan, a country none of us had ever...
Japan | Jun 24 - Jul 2, 2025

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JP S.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2025
Visiting Japan, a country none of us had ever visited before, was a little daunting. Angel made excellent suggestions that enabled us to fulfill specific requests while also having memorable experiences. We were very happy with the expertise of our guides, which was first noticed as we navigated public transportation (trains, subways, buses, etc.). The guides answered all of our questions about local landmarks and provided good suggestions for modifying or augmenting our tours. We walked... Read more

Visiting Japan, a country none of us had ever visited before, was a little daunting. Angel made excellent suggestions that enabled us to fulfill specific requests while also having memorable experiences. We were very happy with the expertise of our guides, which was first noticed as we navigated public transportation (trains, subways, buses, etc.). The guides answered all of our questions about local landmarks and provided good suggestions for modifying or augmenting our tours. We walked a lot of steps and endured a lot of heat, which is to be expected in June. The rain wasn't too bad, and in truth, we appreciated the guides popping into air-conditioned shops/stores as we moved about the cities.
Tokyo was a large area, and we crisscrossed the city via subway, seeing multiple shrines and temples, but also museums and eating locations. There was a lot more green in each city than we expected, and walking through gardens and greenbelts was helpful to counteract the heat. We had a good experience riding the bullet train (shinkansen) and had oversized luggage seats (which we probably didn't need since we only had a carry-on and backpack each). There were many last-minute questions that we asked of our local specialist (Angel), and she answered them all very quickly. I was happy to feel like we had some flexibility to alter our itinerary (during our tour days) on the recommendation of our guides, with the intent to avoid crowds or remain cool during the hot part of the day. Overall, each of our guides had excellent English and demonstrated very good local knowledge. We were able to answer most of the questions about Japan's history and some of its significant cultural aspects due to a thorough explanation from the guides prior. We remained in awe of the order and control of the society/country as a whole and remarked that we would return, as there were many areas that we didn't see. We were very happy with the KimKim experience and would use them again to build our itinerary on a future vacation.

Activity Reviews
Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo: Enter the Sanctuary
Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo: Enter the Sanctuary
Tokyo

Learning about Sumo and watching the family participate was amazing. The sumo wrestlers were excellent - gracious and humble. We enjoyed their personalities and the lunch was very good. Finding and arriving on time was a little stressful as this was our first experience in Japan, but we persevered and had a great time. Having someone in the family to cheer for was an important part of the event. Photos were priceless.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kyoto

Learning about Ninja/Samurai history and getting a chance to feel and touch the weapons (take pictures with) was fun. The tea ceremony with kimono was amazing - so much history and culture wrapped up in that event. My family very much enjoyed the matcha tea, and we found we loved the mochi (especially the cinnamon flavor). The host was very good at explaining the ritual but also at ensuring the customs were understood (and practiced).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Kyoto Night Foodie Tour
Kyoto Night Foodie Tour
Kyoto

Walking around at night gave us a different view of Kyoto and we appreciated the local food and drink. Our guide (Nami) was very accommodating and friendly. We were supposed to have another couple join us, but they cancelled so this became a defacto private tour. The food difference between Tokyo and Kyoto were noticeable - our guide explained why. Great experience on our last day in Japan.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angel Tang
Angel
Angel Tang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Jul 08, 2025

Dear JP,
Reading about your adventure brought smiles to our entire team! We're truly grateful for your trust in Kim and me to navigate your first Japan experience. It was a pleasure to help plan it, and I hope we'll have the chance to work together again in the future.
Best,
Angel

A Trip of a Lifetime!
Japan | Jun 19 - Jun 29, 2025

Sherri
Sherri Z.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2025
We just returned from an amazing 10 days in Japan to celebrate our daughter's high school graduation. From our first contact with KimKim and Greg, our trip planner, the process was smooth and efficient. Greg asked great questions and listened to our wishes to plan our itinerary. His knowledge of Japan helped us immensely! He took care of so many things for us - airport pickups, Wifi devices delivered to our outstanding hotels, train tickets with “Fuji view” seats and reservations for... Read more

We just returned from an amazing 10 days in Japan to celebrate our daughter's high school graduation. From our first contact with KimKim and Greg, our trip planner, the process was smooth and efficient. Greg asked great questions and listened to our wishes to plan our itinerary. His knowledge of Japan helped us immensely! He took care of so many things for us - airport pickups, Wifi devices delivered to our outstanding hotels, train tickets with “Fuji view” seats and reservations for dinners and experiences. Some of our favorites were small group activities to make our own chopsticks, learn calligraphy from an expert, eat new foods with a local guide and participate in a tea ceremony in kimonos. His guidance was invaluable and his communication was thorough and timely. When we had an issue with tickets for an event, it was solved within 10 minutes of sending a WhatsApp message. We would definitely use KimKim and Greg if we are ever lucky enough to visit Japan again!

Local specialist: Greg Varga
Greg
Greg Varga
Local specialist in Tokyo, Japan | Replied on Jul 07, 2025
Thank you so much Sherri for the wonderful review. I’m so happy to hear you had such an amazing time in Japan and that Margaret’s graduation trip turned out to be so special. It was a real pleasure planning this journey with you, and I loved putting together all the little details to make it feel just right for your family. It’s great to know you enjoyed the experiences and activities — those hands-on moments really make a trip memorable. I’m especially glad we could help make everything... Read more

Thank you so much Sherri for the wonderful review. I’m so happy to hear you had such an amazing time in Japan and that Margaret’s graduation trip turned out to be so special. It was a real pleasure planning this journey with you, and I loved putting together all the little details to make it feel just right for your family.

It’s great to know you enjoyed the experiences and activities — those hands-on moments really make a trip memorable. I’m especially glad we could help make everything smooth along the way. If Japan ever calls you back, I’d be thrilled to help you plan another adventure. Thank you!