travel, with purpose
We Love Japan. We Know Japan.
Our mission is to savor and celebrate the wonders of Japan through travel. It is grounded in the belief that travel, done well, enriches human life and helps sustain the people, places, and planet we love. Through extraordinary travel experiences and original content, we invite you to explore Japan’s profound depth and beauty with us.
Small Group Journeys
Intimate, narrative-driven trips limited to a small number of guests. We seek the heart of the countryside, beyond the neon lights.
Private Departures
Experience Japan on your own terms. We handle every detail to create a seamless journey just for you.
Destination Inspiration
Field notes from the road. Reflections and explorations of Japanese culture, crafts, cuisine, and hospitality.
Small Group Journeys
Deeply curated. Expertly crafted. Passionately driven.
Hokuriku
Spirits of the Earth
9 Days 8 Nights
October 19 - 27, 2026
The Japanese landscape is a rugged elegance. Mountains cover most of the country, dominating not only the terrain but the cultural imagination, as nature itself is the principal source of reverence and awe in the Japanese tradition. In this journey, we will sample this nature to discover the meaning of dotoku, the virtue of the land. We will see how locals live humbly and deeply, sustained by the blessings of the world around them. Our quest will take us through sacred groves, lush valleys, shared tables, artisan ateliers, and into spiritual spaces suspended in time. We will discover a side of Japan hidden in plain sight, revealed only to those who know how to see. We will find Hokuriku.
The Inland Sea
Ethereal Blue
9 Days 8 Nights
November 2 - 10, 2026
The island-dotted Seto Inland Sea, the body of water separating mainland Honshu from the smallest primary island of Shikoku, is a shimmering expanse. It served as a maritime corridor where commerce and culture intermingled for centuries. The result is a coastline of deep heritage, bathed in a mild, almost Mediterranean climate. In this journey, as we move along the coast and through sea lanes, we will discover treasures of art and nature, savor the region’s distinct culinary voice, and meet the people who carry cherished legacies into the future.
The Inland Sea
Ethereal Blue
9 Days 8 Nights
November 2 - 10, 2026
The island-dotted Seto Inland Sea, the body of water separating mainland Honshu from the smallest primary island of Shikoku, is a shimmering expanse. It served as a maritime corridor where commerce and culture intermingled for centuries. The result is a coastline of deep heritage, bathed in a mild, almost Mediterranean climate. In this journey, as we move along the coast and through sea lanes, we will discover treasures of art and nature, savor the region’s distinct culinary voice, and meet the people who carry cherished legacies into the future.
Kyushu
FAITH, FIRE, AND FLAVOR
9 Days 8 Nights
November 16 - 24, 2026
Kyushu is raw and beautiful, a land where the earth itself has given rise to an extraordinary culture. On this journey, we trace a path from the spiritual roots of the east to the refined-yet-rustic artistry of the west. Beginning in Oita, we will explore a landscape characteristic of the island as a whole: one of steam, stone Buddhas, volcanism, and extraordinary gastronomy. Following Oita we shift to the urban energy of Fukuoka, Japan’s oldest gateway to Asia. After experiencing the life force of Kyushu’s largest city, we’ll settle into the quiet hills of Saga to discover, among much else, what it means to nourish ourselves holistically. Our journey will end with a meditation on the incredible resilience of the peoples of Nagasaki, from the survivors of the atomic bomb to the Christians who worshiped in secret. Together, we’ll travel widely and explore deeply, encountering a local universe of deep faith, master craftsmanship, nature’s imposing power, and the flavors that express it all.
Private Departures
Culture and Crafts in the Japanese Heartland
Escape the ordinary in Japan’s north country, where some of the finest things in life await you.
The Art of Wellness in Niseko
Curated collections of art and artifacts, traditional kominka houses, and Niseko’s grandeur celebrate the wonders of nature and culture.
Discover Setouchi
Across the Seto Inland Sea, Shikoku is an island and a world unto itself. Delve deep into this extraordinary, lesser-known region of Japan.
Travel Beyond the Neon Lights
BEST OF THE BEST
The Unplugged Selection 2025
A curation of the stays, people, crafts, and tastes that defined our year.