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  • Cristiana

    14-day trip to Japan

    “Our trip to Japan was, without question, one of the most thoughtfully curated and memorable travel experiences we have ever had. Every detail felt intentional, personalized, and seamlessly executed from start to finish.”

  • Sara

    Repeat Traveler

    “Venese planned our trip to Japan. The itinerary was just perfect for us. She had a team of helpers guiding us along the way and checking in to see how we were making out. We are seasoned travelers, at the end of our trip we decided it was the best one we’ve had.”

  • Beverly

    15-day trip to Japan

    “This was our first trip to Japan, and we were hoping for a bespoke, off-the-beaten-path vacation. The result was a resounding success; the trip of a lifetime. I would not hesitate to recommend Lonely Planet to anyone else who is craving an elevated travel experience.”

  • Amelia

    8-day trip to Japan

    “Lonely Planet Journeys planned such an amazing trip for us to Tokyo. With very little work on our part, we had an itinerary that checked all our boxes. And all of the experiences we booked were amazing. Will definitely use this company again to book another trip.”
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Snapshots From Our Travelers
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  • Views of the Shinkansen bullet train and Mountain Fuji
  • Paula Somoza in Japan with Lonely Planet Journeys
  • Dressed up for a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto
  • Exploring the back streets of Tokyo at night
  • Trying Matcha at a tea house in Kyoto
  • Collecting stamps "goshuin" at the local Japanese shrines and temples
  • Enjoying the outdoor onsen at Ryokan Adumaya in Yunomine
  • Can't leave Japan without trying a bowl of ramen!
  • Views of the Shinkansen bullet train and Mountain Fuji
  • Paula Somoza in Japan with Lonely Planet Journeys
  • Dressed up for a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto
  • Exploring the back streets of Tokyo at night
  • Trying Matcha at a tea house in Kyoto
  • Collecting stamps "goshuin" at the local Japanese shrines and temples
  • Enjoying the outdoor onsen at Ryokan Adumaya in Yunomine
  • Can't leave Japan without trying a bowl of ramen!
  • Views of the Shinkansen bullet train and Mountain Fuji
  • Paula Somoza in Japan with Lonely Planet Journeys
  • Dressed up for a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto
  • Exploring the back streets of Tokyo at night
  • Trying Matcha at a tea house in Kyoto
  • Collecting stamps "goshuin" at the local Japanese shrines and temples
  • Enjoying the outdoor onsen at Ryokan Adumaya in Yunomine
  • Can't leave Japan without trying a bowl of ramen!

Views of the Shinkansen bullet train and Mountain Fuji