Concierge
Local experiences money can't usually buy
Tea ceremonies in private machiya, sword-forging with a master, sushi mornings at Toyosu, sake tastings with brewery owners. Real access via a decade of Japanese relationships.
What sets it apart
Why travellers choose us
Real teachers, not performers
Working craftsmen, licensed sommeliers, temple monks — not costume actors on repeat.
Private or small group
Most experiences are private; a few small-group sessions when the setting invites conversation.
Photography friendly
Personal photography permitted at almost every session — a lasting souvenir with the maker.
Included
What's included
- Experience booking & confirmation
- Private transport option
- Interpretation as needed
- Materials & tools included
- Certificate or gift where relevant
FAQs
Common questions
Also relevant
More concierge services
Hotel Reservations
From Tokyo's Aman and Bulgari to a private-onsen ryokan in Hakone. We hold operator relationships, negotiate rates, secure upgrades and place you in the right room, not just the right hotel.
Restaurant Reservations
Michelin sushi, kaiseki counters, hidden yakitori and Kyoto tea-houses that don't take foreign bookings — we hold the phone numbers and the relationships.
Concierge Services
One WhatsApp thread, one team, entire trip. Restaurant swaps, doctor visits, tailored surprises, sudden weather Plan Bs — all handled in real time by a Japan-based team.
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