Experience Japan
Our Destinations
As a DMC in Japan, MTJās team can take guests anywhere that suits their interests, from top cities to remote locales.
MTJ Experiences
Curious to know what we can offer? Hereās an overview of the experiences MTJ includes in our journeys, working with top suppliers across Japan. Whether your client is interested in something multifaceted or very specifically focused, weāre eager to design the perfect itinerary to meet their demands:
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Wellness
If your client is seeking mindfulness and harmony, allow us to build an escape that incorporates Japanās scenic locations and tranquil activities, such as onsens, temple meditations, spas, and so much more.
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Active
Let us craft a path that features Japan’s diverse natural landscapes. Whether your guests want fast-paced and physical activities, we can bring it all together.
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Culture & Tradition
Japan is where ancient traditions and modern innovation collide, and MTJās experience designers have honed the craft of bringing it all together into cohesive, memorable packages with moments of surprise and delight.
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Culinary
We invite you to eat your way across Japan, enjoying the culinary delights that are as diverse as the local landscapes. Our team can curate days of dining and immersive gastronomic adventures, filling the belly and the soul.
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Special Interest
Whether general interests such as photography or literature, or Japan-specific interests such as pop culture, MTJ can design itineraries around a theme or passion for a truly specialized experience.
Preview Our Offerings
Weāve put together these sample overviews of MTJ experiences, based on the top type of requests we receive from our trade partners. Regardless of where your inquiry begins, every tour we design is carefully tailored to your clientās interests, pace, and travel style.
For first-time
visits
We design balanced itineraries connecting your clients to iconic destinations.
For passion-based discovery
We curate tailored itineraries based on your clientsā special interests.
For first-time visits
We customize itineraries for first-time visitors to Japan to balance iconic destinations with experiences that showcase the character and energy of everyday life. Enjoy time in top cities including Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, complemented by stops in other carefully considered places, with special encounters interwoven throughout to provide a deeper understanding of Japan. Tailored to a guestās personal interests or expectations, this approach lends to a trip that is balanced, meaningful, and unforgettable.
How we customize
Sample ideas
- Opt for exceptional ryokans and high-end hotels
- Incorporate exclusive dining experiences or a sushi-making class
- Add visits to museums, galleries or contemporary art venues
- Extend time in scenic regions such as Hakone or the Japanese Alps
For exploring beyond
If your client has already visited Japan and is now looking to return for a new perspective, the experience ought to favour lesser-visited regions, rural areas and destinations beyond the familiar. From Sado Island and Yamagata to the Setouchi region, Matsue, Izumo and Shikoku, we take them to areas shaped by distinctive traditions, landscapes and local communities. These tours reveal different sides of Japan that are often quieter, richer and deeply connected to place, while appealing to a guestās vision and unique interests.
How we customize
Sample ideas
- Add contemporary museums and art islands
- Include stays at countryside ryokans
- Carefully determine the timing of a visit based on seasons and landscapes
- Connect guests to regional cuisines and local producers through unique experiences
For passion-based discovery
Invite your clients to unlock a passion for Japan through a passion of their own, including art or photography, spirituality or wellness, gastronomy or nature, architecture to anime, and the list goes on. Whether their first or fifth visit, MTJ can curate an experience based on special interests or hobbies, allowing guests to discover new regions through a unique perspective.
How we customize
Sample ideas
- Design an itinerary around the works of a particular Japanese architect or most notable buildings
- Determine a route that features Japan’s finest Michelin-starred restaurants
- Curate a tour that explores key locations connected to those worlds
- Include temples, monasteries and meditation experiences as central to an experience