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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Shona Zhang

(86 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Recent traveler reviews for Shona:
"Shona did a wonderful job catering to our requests for a balance of historical places and modern experiences." - by Andrew, Oct 1, 2026 · see review
"Fortunately for us, we discovered Kimkim, and shortly after completing the preferences survey, Shona got back to us with an itinerary proposal in no time." - by Vincent, Aug 17, 2026 · see review
"It was great to work with Shona on planning this trip." - by Julia, Jun 29, 2026 · see review
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Angel Tang

(82 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Angel specializes in: biking, hiking, cusine,cruise,honeymoon
Recent traveler reviews for Angel:
"Angel did an excellent job to tailor the trip to our requirements." - by Vicente, Aug 27, 2026 · see review
"The support from Angel was also really great throughout the trip - it was really nice having her available on the trip chat for questions." - by John, Aug 3, 2026 · see review
"I can't say enough about KimKim and our agent Angel, and how seamless the trip she put together for us, was." - by Donna, Jun 2, 2026 · see review

Sandy Ren

(80 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Sandy specializes in: Family tours, Honeymoon tours, Culture tours, Classic tours
Recent traveler reviews for Sandy:
"Sandy was wonderful to work with." - by Anne, Oct 14, 2026 · see review
"I would like very much to thank Sandy for a wonderful time in Japan." - by Nalini, Oct 10, 2026 · see review
"Sandy put together an absolutely amazing first trip to Japan!" - by Jennifer, Aug 10, 2026 · see review

Leny Vergara

(60 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo, 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 putting the trip together." - by david, Oct 7, 2026 · see review
"Leny did a great job helping us organize and plan a Tokyo trip for our group of 7 people." - by Joe, Aug 3, 2026 · see review
"My family and I are truly grateful for the partnership and support of Leny and her team." - by Monique, Jul 18, 2026 · see review

Eleanor Chen

(48 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:
"We really enjoyed the itinerary that Eleanor created for our visit to Japan." - by Michelle, Oct 15, 2026 · see review
"Eleanor did an outstanding job planning our family vacation trip to Japan." - by Jennifer, Jul 16, 2026 · see review
"Eleanor did a great job putting our itinerary together." - by Mary, Jul 3, 2026 · see review

Ben Tanaka

(36 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:
"Looking back on our recent trip to Japan, one of the things we’re most grateful for is having Ben help us plan it." - by Patrick, Sep 28, 2026 · see review
"Working with Ben was easy." - by CRISTINA, Sep 5, 2026 · see review
"Ben was amazing to work with and provided excellent service in planning and while in country." - by Emily, Jul 13, 2026 · see review

Olivia Luang

(27 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:
"Working with KimKim and our agent Olivia was a fantastic experience." - by Mathew, Aug 25, 2026 · see review
"We reached out to KimKim and began working with Olivia approximately nine months prior to our travel date, which was needed as we continuously revised and refined the itinerary to ensure that scheduled activities and excursions would not conflict with our own self-guided and planned events." - by Mitch, Aug 24, 2026 · see review
"Olivia did a great job helping us plan and with daily reminders." - by Thomas, Mar 30, 2026 · see review

Cannon Xiao

(25 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Cannon specializes in: Animation, Culture,Local cuisine,Outdoor activities,Adventure
Recent traveler reviews for Cannon:
"Cannon was extremely helpful throughout the planning of our Japan trip as well as during the trip when he was very accessible by email and the kimkim app." - by Rob, Oct 14, 2026 · see review
"Cannon was the glue that made our trip seamless." - by Melissa, Oct 14, 2026 · see review
"Our trip was magical, but many thanks goes to our travel specialist, Cannon." - by Robert, Jul 22, 2026 · see review

Ada Huang

(19 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Ada specializes in: Culture ,History , Hiking and BeachTours
Recent traveler reviews for Ada:
"Our local specialist Ada did an amazing job right from the trip planning stage and into the execution phase." - by Shyam, Oct 6, 2026 · see review
"Our 9-day trip to Japan was a whirlwind of last-minute planning, an ambitious schedule and special requests from our teens and we wouldn’t have made it without Ada and KimKim." - by Courtney, Jul 4, 2026 · see review
"Ada was very prompt in answering our emails." - by Curtis, May 30, 2026 · see review

Bella Wu

(14 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in China, Japan
Bella 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 Bella:
"If I could give Bella 10 stars I would!" - by sylvia, Oct 15, 2026 · see review
"Bella created a wonderful travel itinerary for us for our August 2026 visit to Tokyo and Kyoto." - by Laura, Aug 23, 2026 · see review
"Bella did an amazing Job planning our trip!" - by Dustin, Aug 8, 2026 · see review

Adeline Kuroki

(13 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Fukuoka, Japan
Adeline specializes in: family travel, couples, honeymoon, solo travel, cultural trips, active trips, sustainable travel
Recent traveler reviews for Adeline:
"We had a wonderful experience planning our recent trip to Japan with Adeline through kimkim." - by Denise, Sep 7, 2026 · see review
"Adeline was a fantastic trip planner!" - by Jennifer, Jun 20, 2026 · see review
"Adeline was the absolute best travel agent for our family!" - by Lauren, Apr 13, 2026 · see review

Judy Zhang

(11 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Seoul and Japan
Judy specializes in: Custom-Made Tours,Family Tours
Recent traveler reviews for Judy:
"Judy and her team did an amazing job!" - by Michaella, Oct 9, 2026 · see review
"Judy did an outstanding job arranging my trip." - by Mark, Sep 7, 2026 · see review
"Judy was very helpful, patient, accommodating and understanding as our primary liaison/contact with KimKim." - by Glenn, Aug 25, 2026 · see review

Winnie Wu

(11 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Winnie specializes in: I specialize in creating meaningful, personalized trips that match each traveler’s unique interests and travel style—whether it’s a romantic escape, a fun-filled family vacation, or a deep dive into local food and traditions.
Recent traveler reviews for Winnie:
"All the tours planned by Winnie were very good." - by Theresa, Oct 4, 2026 · see review
"Our family trip was a wonderful experience, and booking was incredibly easy with the help of our specialist, Winnie!" - by Zoe, Jul 1, 2026 · see review
"Our local specialist Winnie did a great job coordinating the complexities of transportation so that everything went smoothly, and her choice of guides, hotels, and activities were excellent." - by Kristin, Jun 17, 2026 · see review

Hilda Yang

(9 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Hilda specializes in: Family tours, Classic tours, Culture and adventure tours
Recent traveler reviews for Hilda:
"Hilda, did a fantastic job overall." - by Jacquelyn, Jul 28, 2026 · see review
"Hilda did a wonderful job coming up with things to do and then coordinating everything." - by jeremy, Feb 27, 2026 · see review
"Hilda was very knowledgeable and kind." - by Audrea, Dec 10, 2024 · see review

Marii McDonald

(8 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Marii specializes in: Family tours, Cultural & Local Experiences
Recent traveler reviews for Marii:
"Marii did an amazing job planning our family trip to Japan." - by Meghan, Aug 12, 2026 · see review
"Marii listened to all of my requirements and helped me put together a trip that was memorable for all." - by Brinda, Jun 19, 2026 · see review
"Our 15-day trip to Japan was incredible, and Marii made the entire planning process easy and stress-free." - by Keimy, Jun 8, 2026 · see review

Elizabeth Ei Ma

(7 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Elizabeth specializes in: Family trip, Luxury, Honeymoon, Multi-City Trip, Mountains
Recent traveler reviews for Elizabeth:
"I am so glad we worked with Elizabeth and KimKim on this bucket list trip." - by Kerry, Jul 31, 2026 · see review
"Elizabeth was receptive, positive and happy to accommodate until we had it just right." - by Jason, Dec 5, 2025 · see review
"Other than that we had a great experience that could not have happened without the amazing specialists at kimkim, thanks Bastien and Elizabeth!" - by Caroline, Aug 12, 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

Mina Helland

(5 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Mina specializes in: Family Travel, Solo Travel, Tailor-made trips, hidden gems
Recent traveler reviews for Mina:
"Mina, Nicole, and Carinta were all incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive." - by Laura, Jul 3, 2026 · see review
"Mina and her team were incredible throughout the year-long planning until we were safely home from our trip!" - by Kristin, May 3, 2026 · see review
"Mina was a crucial part of planning a week-long visit to Japan with my two teenage kids." - by Jonathan, Feb 23, 2026 · see review

Ilse Montald

(4 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Kyoto
Ilse specializes in: Cultural (traditional and popular) , off the beaten path, traditions, food
Recent traveler reviews for Ilse:
"Ilse was incredibly responsive and planned an amazing trip for us." - by Beverly, Nov 17, 2025 · see review
"Ilse set up a great itinerary for our Japan hiking and Kyoto trip." - by Courtney, Oct 30, 2025 · see review
"Ilse was absolutely wonderful in setting up our hike and worked with us patiently as our plans needed to be modified because I was running the Tokyo Marathon the weekend before." - by Joanne, Mar 14, 2025 · see review

Soleil Ponce-Higa

(4 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan
Soleil specializes in: Sustainable travel, experiential Japan travel, nature and hiking, food-focused travel, cultural immersion, off-the-beaten-path Japan, local community experiences, slow travel, countryside Japan, Mount Fuji, Yamanashi, Nakasendo, Kumano Kodo, Naoshima, Ishigaki, Taketomi Island, Toba, Ginzan Onsen, Yamagata, Tateyama Kurobe, Kamikochi, sakura and autumn foliage trips, authentic local dining, arts and crafts
Recent traveler reviews for Soleil:
"I was fully taken care of through out the whole process and stay thanks to Soleil & kimkim!" - by Thomas, Sep 28, 2026 · see review
"Our guide/trip concierge, Soleil, was wonderful - very patient with our changing plans, made suggestions based on our interests that we would never have thought of, and which were bang on the mark, communicated regularly on the app, by a messaging app, and video chat, and we were lucky enough to meet in person, when she was lovely and helpful." - by Andrew, Aug 27, 2026 · see review
"Soleil was awesome." - by Shubham, Aug 19, 2026 · see review

Rob P

(3 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in New Zealand
Rob specializes in: Unique travel planning, Japan & China expertise, Cultural experiences, Luxury & boutique stays, Personalized itineraries, Local partner coordination, Nature & wellness travel, Family-friendly journeys
Recent traveler reviews for Rob:
"With the help of Rob, two tour guides, several drivers, and just the exceptional hospitality and kindness of the service staff at each hotel we stayed at, we had an unforgettable honeymoon." - by Landee, Oct 6, 2026 · see review
"Rob was great from the very first communication to guiding us as we were in Japan." - by Jeanean, Oct 3, 2026 · see review
"I worked directly with Rob as the travel advisor coordinating this Japan honeymoon, and he was wonderful to partner with throughout the planning process." - by Mackenzie, Sep 28, 2026 · see review

Carinta Rizki Yuniar

(2 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Carinta specializes in: Tailor-made trips, off the beaten path, family, adventure, culture and culinary
Hajimemashite (nice to meet you)! My name is Carinta, and I’m originally from Indonesia. I’ve always been fascinated by cultures different from my own and have always been passionate about traveling to new places. In 2023, that passion led me to Tokyo, the city I had admired for years. Since... read more

Peter Gruenzig-Sugiya

(2 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Japan
Peter specializes in: Creating FIT Trips to Japan, study trips around Japan, Japanese castles and Japanese history
Born and raised in Saxony, Germany, I developed a deep fascination with East Asia from a young age. After completing my studies at a tourism business school in Germany, I began my career in the travel industry in 2009 and have since dedicated myself to sharing the beauty of Japan with visitors... read more

Hannie Ngo

(2 reviews)
Japan Travel Agent based in Seoul, South Korea
Hannie specializes in: Nature, Arts and Culture, Local Cuisine, Beauty and Wellness
Hi, my name is Hannie and I am a travel specialist here on kimkim who will help you design memorable trips to Japan and South Korea. Being an avid traveller myself, I believe that travelling is one of the very few things that can genuinely benefit our personal growth, broaden our perspective,... read more

Ellen Yokoyama

(1 review)
Japan Travel Agent based in Tokyo
Hello! I’m Ellen, a travel consultant based in Japan with Ghanaian and Japanese roots. I grew up in Ghana and later studied in Malaysia. Living in different countries showed me how meaningful and fun travel can be when exploring new cultures. The food, the people and the beautiful scenery all... read more

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Trip Reviews for Japan

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.7
Based on 751 ratings

With Eleanor’s help, we were able to maximize our experiences in Japan
Japan | Sep 23 - Oct 8, 2026

Michelle
Michelle H.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

We really enjoyed the itinerary that Eleanor created for our visit to Japan. She was friendly, responsive to our preferences and full of ideas. Our transfers, drivers and guides were all professional and friendly.

Local specialist: Eleanor Chen

This was a beyond wonderful trip to Japan… Me...
Japan | Oct 1 - Oct 13, 2026

Gary
Gary F.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026
This was a beyond wonderful trip to Japan… Memories will last the remainder of my life.
The guides were professionally excellent, always punctual, pleasant, flexible, and very informative.
I would not hesitate for a second to recommend kimkim. We will definitely use your services for our next international trip.
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This was a beyond wonderful trip to Japan… Memories will last the remainder of my life.
The guides were professionally excellent, always punctual, pleasant, flexible, and very informative.
I would not hesitate for a second to recommend kimkim. We will definitely use your services for our next international trip.

Hotel Reviews
the b asakusa
Tokyo

Great location and excellent service.

Authenticity & Character
Darken floors
Location
Asakusa convenient neighborhood
Staff
Everyone
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything
Hakone Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
Hakone
Authenticity & Character
Best hotel onsen
Location
Surrounded by natural beauty
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
Kyoto

Great hotel. Public bath and breakfast buffet in particular.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the toilet and shower
Location
Located a few hundred feet from Kyoto Station
Staff
Everything
Cleanliness & Comfort
Wonderful amenities… Even a pull down privacy screen.
Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu
Osaka

Great hotel, and even better breakfast

Location
Centrally located
Activity Reviews
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi with Oshino Hakkai
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi with Oshino Hakkai
Japan

Great day in Mount Fuji vicinity with boat ride on lake.

Quality of Experience
All good
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderfully professional guide
Transport
Vehicle luxury
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with  Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, and Fushimi-Inari Taisha
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, and Fushimi-Inari Taisha
Kyoto

Amazing castles, and shrines. Kinkaku-ji shrine amazing

Quality of Experience
Amazing history
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledgeable and pleasant
Transport
Great subway system
Sightseeing in Arashiyama - Boat Ride , Bamboo Grove & Monkey Park
Sightseeing in Arashiyama - Boat Ride , Bamboo Grove & Monkey Park
Kyoto

Park is beautiful. Loved the monkeys.

Tokyo Highlights Day Tour with Tsukiji Outer Fish Market
Tokyo Highlights Day Tour with Tsukiji Outer Fish Market
Tokyo

Fish market is amazing. Could have spent more time there.

One Day Miyajima Island and Hiroshima Tour (Kyoto Return Trip)
One Day Miyajima Island and Hiroshima Tour (Kyoto Return Trip)
Japan

Miyajima island is wonderful with Shinto shrines and a great shopping area. Hiroshima is a sobering experience

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great guide as usual
 Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kyoto

Very enjoyable, getting dressed in authentic Japanese kimonos for the ceremony. Fun learning how to make authentic Matcha tea.

Full Day City Tour with Osaka Castle
Full Day City Tour with Osaka Castle
Japan

Amazing castle and surrounding grounds.

World Heritage Himeji Castle &  Kōko-en, Kobe tour
World Heritage Himeji Castle & Kōko-en, Kobe tour
Japan

Castle is amazing. Not enough time allotted to Nunobiki Ropeway.

Local specialist: Shona Zhang
Shona
Shona Zhang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Oct 16, 2026
Hi Gary and Robin, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It truly means the world to us to hear that your trip to Japan was beyond wonderful and that the memories will last a lifetime. We're especially glad to hear that the guides were professional, punctual, pleasant, flexible, and informative — they will be so happy to receive this feedback. It was our absolute pleasure to help create this experience for you. Thank you for recommending kimkim so wholeheartedly. We would be... Read more

Hi Gary and Robin,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It truly means the world to us to hear that your trip to Japan was beyond wonderful and that the memories will last a lifetime.

We're especially glad to hear that the guides were professional, punctual, pleasant, flexible, and informative — they will be so happy to receive this feedback. It was our absolute pleasure to help create this experience for you.

Thank you for recommending kimkim so wholeheartedly. We would be thrilled to help you plan your next international trip, and we can't wait to work with you again!

Wishing you all the best !
Shona

A Great Journey
Japan | Oct 2 - Oct 9, 2026

N
Nicole B.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026
Cory was a delight to plan our trip with! We had a diverse group and she helped us to find something for everyone. Cory also helped us to feel prepared with how to use the transit systems and feel confident we could get where we needed to go, on time. We really enjoyed Kyoto, with our guide Pam. We got to see so much and appreciated having a local point of view. We also enjoyed the fast pace of Tokyo with Karin who adjusted our itinerary to maximize lower traffic times at high traffic sites.... Read more

Cory was a delight to plan our trip with! We had a diverse group and she helped us to find something for everyone. Cory also helped us to feel prepared with how to use the transit systems and feel confident we could get where we needed to go, on time. We really enjoyed Kyoto, with our guide Pam. We got to see so much and appreciated having a local point of view. We also enjoyed the fast pace of Tokyo with Karin who adjusted our itinerary to maximize lower traffic times at high traffic sites. We so enjoyed our adventures in Japan.

Hotel Reviews
Hakone Kowakudani Onsen Ryokan Mizunoto
Hakone

The hotel is unique and the hot springs were enjoyable. The included meals were not great, we had much better traditional meals.

Authenticity & Character
Location
There is a garden just across the road and the hotel is in a quite area. It was not ideal to have to walk bags up the hill after a long bus ride
Staff
Staff was kind. We had logistics trouble with the bus not running on time. Staff was kind but unable to help us resolve the issue.
Cleanliness & Comfort
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
Kyoto

Location was nice, it was a walk from the train station but staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a great stay and the beds were comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Helped us get a taxi for 6 on short notice for dinner!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel the Celestine Tokyo Shiba
Tokyo

We had a very nice stay!

Authenticity & Character
Location
There was a walk to all mass transit, a doable 10min walk but of note if you have luggage.
Staff
Very kind. We had to check in early and leave bags, they were in our rooms when we returned, stress free!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Akihabara Anime & Gaming Adventure Tour
Akihabara Anime & Gaming Adventure Tour
Tokyo

This was a unique tour. Our guide was kind and knowledgeable about the area. We had expected more of a focus on anime than the general area and hipsters but it was a unique experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was great. Made things feel comfortable and accessible. Took us to places we likely would not have walked into without the guide.
Tokyo Night Food Tour in Shinjuku
Tokyo Night Food Tour in Shinjuku
Tokyo

We loved this experience! A highlight of the trip! The guide was outstanding and the food was delicious!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Japanese Calligraphy Experience (Nara)
Japanese Calligraphy Experience (Nara)
Japan

This was an exceptional experience! We had a great time learning and creating together. The setting was just beautiful, a lovley garden out back and such kind host.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Outstanding! We were not rushed and they were kind about our artistic attempt!
Private Kyoto Temples & Gion Tour
Private Kyoto Temples & Gion Tour
Japan

Pam was wonderful! We saw so much and really enjoyed our adventure!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony with Kimono Wearing (Higashiyama)
Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony with Kimono Wearing (Higashiyama)
Japan

A beautiful experience! Would recommend for anyone looking for a unique and authentic experience.

Quality of Experience
Getting dressed in a kimono was fun and unique!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Full day exploring Meiji Jingu, Harajuku & Shibuya
Full day exploring Meiji Jingu, Harajuku & Shibuya
Tokyo

A great introduction to Tokyo! Covers a lot of ground and is an orientation to the metro system if you haven’t used it before

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Cory Varga

If I could give Bella 10 stars I would!
Japan | Oct 1 - Oct 12, 2026

S
sylvia M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026
If I could give Bella 10 stars I would! When my husband was alive we travelled all over the world and NEVER have I experienced the quality of care, professionalism, attention to details and kindness that Bella extended to my girls and myself. My desire, booking this trip was to have a "once in a lifetime experience" celebrating two big birthdays - my daughter's 60th and my 90th and I couldn't have made a wiser choice. The two local guides Peter and Hiroshi were delightful and what a... Read more

If I could give Bella 10 stars I would! When my husband was alive we travelled all over the world and NEVER have I experienced the quality of care, professionalism, attention to details and kindness that Bella extended to my girls and myself. My desire, booking this trip was to have a "once in a lifetime experience" celebrating two big birthdays - my daughter's 60th and my 90th and I couldn't have made a wiser choice. The two local guides Peter and Hiroshi were delightful and what a treat and surprise it was at the end of our trip to be presented with a video of the many photos they took along the way. . This was my first time traveling to Japan and I was impressed with how welcoming and polite the Japanese people are, and how immaculate the country is - their toilets are remarkable compared to every country I have visited, including the United States. Thank you Bella

Local specialist: Bella Wu
Bella
Bella Wu
Local specialist in China, Japan | Replied on Oct 15, 2026
Dear Sylvia, Oh my goodness, your beautiful review truly touched my heart! ❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to share such incredibly kind and thoughtful words. I honestly couldn't have asked for a more wonderful review! Knowing how much you've traveled around the world, your praise means even more to me. It is truly one of the greatest compliments I could ever receive, and I'm so grateful! It was such an honor to be part of this very special journey, celebrating your 90th birthday... Read more

Dear Sylvia,

Oh my goodness, your beautiful review truly touched my heart! ❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to share such incredibly kind and thoughtful words. I honestly couldn't have asked for a more wonderful review!

Knowing how much you've traveled around the world, your praise means even more to me. It is truly one of the greatest compliments I could ever receive, and I'm so grateful!

It was such an honor to be part of this very special journey, celebrating your 90th birthday and your daughter's 60th. I'm absolutely delighted that Japan left you all with such wonderful memories, and that you enjoyed the little surprise video! 😊

I'll also be sure to share your lovely feedback with Peter and Hiroshi. I know they'll be thrilled!

Sylvia, it's been such a pleasure getting to know you. Your warmth, kindness, and wonderful sense of humor made this experience special for me too!

Thank you again for trusting me and our team with your Japan adventure. Your words truly mean the world to us, and I'll treasure them for a long time to come.

Wishing you a fabulous 90th birthday celebration filled with love, laughter, and happiness! 🎂❤️

Sending you, Stacy, and Blaire my warmest wishes and a big hug from Japan!

With heartfelt thanks,
Bella

A perfect trip to Japan
Japan | Oct 2 - Oct 11, 2026

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Anne S.
Newton, MA | Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026
My son and I just returned from a fantastic trip to Japan. Sandy was wonderful to work with. She patiently answered all of my questions and offered insightful suggestions for the itinerary and daily activities. The hotels were exceptional and perfectly located for our needs. We especially loved The Ace Hotel in Kyoto. The drivers and guides were reliable and checked in via WhatsApp with meeting locations. Our time with Yoshie in Tokyo was particularly special. Sandy coordinated all of the... Read more

My son and I just returned from a fantastic trip to Japan. Sandy was wonderful to work with. She patiently answered all of my questions and offered insightful suggestions for the itinerary and daily activities. The hotels were exceptional and perfectly located for our needs. We especially loved The Ace Hotel in Kyoto. The drivers and guides were reliable and checked in via WhatsApp with meeting locations. Our time with Yoshie in Tokyo was particularly special. Sandy coordinated all of the trains and transfers and checked in several times during the trip to make sure that things were going according to plan. Highly recommend Sandy and the KimKim team.

Local specialist: Sandy Ren