Your Japan-side Partner
Local research, connections, and on-the-ground support for international travel companies developing countryside Japan experiences.
Developing travel products in Japan shouldn't require opening a Japanese office or flying your team to Japan every time you need local research.
Michi to Japan works as your team on the ground.
We research destinations, connect with local businesses, communicate in Japanese, verify itineraries in person, and help your company develop authentic and realistic Japan travel products.
Japan Based
Japanese＆English
Communication
On-The-Ground
Research
Your Extension
in Japan
Building Japan Travel Products From Overseas Is Difficult
Your team may understand your customers.
But understanding what actually works on the ground in Japan is different.
You may need to know:
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Which ryokan are suitable for your travelers?
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Which local experiences are worth including?
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Who should you contact?
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Will the itinerary actually work?
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Is transportation realistic?
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How will luggage be handled?
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Can the local business accommodate foreign travelers?
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How should you approach a Japanese supplier?
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What problems could your travelers encounter?
Online research can only tell you so much.
We investigate the Japan side for you.
How We Support Your Japan Project
Destination &
Local Research
Discover destinations and experiences beyond the major tourist routes. We provide our findings and recommendations in English so your team can make informed product-development decisions.
Itinerary
Development
& Consultation
Whether you're developing a new itinerary or improving an existing one, we evaluate the routes, transportation, timing, accommodation, activities, and local experiences to make sure the journey works realistically for your travelers.
Not just what looks good on a map — what actually works in Japan.
Local
Connections
Finding the right local partner can be difficult when you're thousands of kilometers away. We can introduce your company, communicate with potential partners in Japanese, collect information, and report back to you.
On-Site
Research
Some questions can’t be answered through Google. We visit destinations ourselves to inspect accommodations, test routes, experience local activities, meet suppliers, and identify potential operational issues.
You don’t always need to fly to Japan to conduct your research. We can do it for you.
Japan
Representation
Need to meet someone in Japan but your team can’t be here? We can represent your company locally—meeting potential partners, visiting suppliers, conducting interviews, communicating in Japanese, and gathering information on your behalf.
You don’t need to be in Japan. We can be there for you.
Why Michi?
We Understand Both Sides
Michi has experience building and running an online Japanese language school, giving her a deep understanding of Japanese language, culture, and local communication. At the same time, teaching international students has provided firsthand experience understanding how foreigners communicate, think, and experience Japan.
We Connect Japan With the World
Michi is passionate about connecting local Japan with international opportunities. We want to share the Japan that exists beyond the typical tourist experience — its people, traditions, everyday life, and deeper cultural value — and help keep these local traditions alive by connecting them with the world.
We Experience Japan Firsthand
Michi has created and experienced local tours for international travelers, developing itineraries specifically around rural Japan and exploring destinations on the ground. We don't just research Japan from a screen — we experience the routes, places, and activities ourselves.
We Know Rural Japan
Michi grew up in the Japanese countryside and has always been closely connected to rural Japan. This gives us an understanding of the places, people, traditions, and experiences that are often overlooked by international travelers — and, most importantly, how to connect with local communities respectfully and share their value with visitors from around the world.
How It Works
Tell Us Your Goals
Define the Project
Handle Japan Side
Report back
Start with a consultation and tell us about your company, travelers, Japan products, and what you’re looking to develop or research.
We identify what needs to be researched, who needs to be contacted, and what support you need. We then provide a customized proposal and quotation.
We take care of the Japan-side work — researching, calling, visiting, meeting, interviewing, verifying, and connecting with local businesses.
You receive clear findings, recommendations, and next steps in English, giving your team the information needed to make confident decisions.
Let’s Work Together
Let’s discuss how your business can grow with regional Japan.