Tour Japan with Becki & Shawn
For An Adventure Of A Lifetime
With Japan and More, you deal directly with the owners, Becki and Shawn, from the time you register for your tour until the day you depart Japan, so you don’t have to worry about getting lost in the world’s busiest train stations, navigating the streets of Japan, or figuring out how to read a Japanese menu.
Becki and Shawn travel with you and are there to help anytime you need it. They are Americans who know Japan, understand Japanese culture, and speak the language. They take care of every detail from knowing the best hotels, the quickest and easiest way to get around, and where to go off the beaten path.
MEET JAPAN TRAVEL SPECIALISTS, BECKI & SHAWN
Hi, we’re Becki & Shawn, Japan Travel Specialists with over 20 years of experience living, working, and traveling in Japan. We’re Americans who know Japan, its culture and the language. We know where to go, what to see, and how to get there.
We travel to each city with you and take you to all the must-see places. Our extensive first-hand knowledge offers you a unique, inside look into everyday life, so you can gain a deeper understanding of the country and its people.
MEET JAPAN TRAVEL SPECIALISTS, BECKI & SHAWN
Hi, we’re Becki & Shawn, Japan Travel Specialists with over 20 years of experience living, working, and traveling in Japan. We’re Americans who know Japan, its culture and the language. We know where to go, what to see, and how to get there.
We travel to each city with you and take you to all the must-see places. Our extensive first-hand knowledge offers you a unique, inside look into everyday life, so you can gain a deeper understanding of the country and its people.
WHY TRAVEL WITH JAPAN AND MORE?
Explore Japan in a Small Group
We’re different from other small group tours because we never have more than 8 guests in our groups! This allows you to have more flexibility in the day-to-day schedule and more personalized attention beyond what any other tour can offer.
Instead of seeing Japan through a tour bus window, you experience walking through busy shopping streets, taking trains and subways, and enjoying small family-run restaurants that often only have a few seats.
In short, you feel as if you’re touring Japan with a group of friends that know where to go, what to see and how to get there.
“I got a much deeper insight into Japan, its people and culture than I would have on my own. Becki and Shawn made everything easy and fun.”
Feel Like an Independent Traveler
Our tours are designed with you, the independent traveler, in mind. The day-to-day schedule is flexible and gives you the freedom to explore on your own or stay with the group as much or as little as you like.
You’re always free to explore on your own and have your own interactions and experiences. You get the feel of individual travel without any of the worry or frustration before or during your trip, so you can experience all the best of Japan.
Most importantly, these unique and unforgettable encounters will make amazing stories that you’ll want to share with your family and friends once you’re back home.
Feel Like an Independent Traveler
Our tours are designed with you, the independent traveler, in mind. The day-to-day schedule is flexible and gives you the freedom to explore on your own or stay with the group as much or as little as you like.
You’re always free to explore on your own and have your own interactions and experiences. You get the feel of individual travel without any of the worry or frustration before or during your trip, so you can experience all the best of Japan.
Most importantly, these unique and unforgettable encounters will make amazing stories that you’ll want to share with your family and friends once you’re back home.
“I never felt tied down by the tour group and really felt as if I was on a vacation by myself (just with guided help).”
Dine at Local Restaurants
Unlike larger groups, you won’t be eating all your meals at hotel buffets. We take you to small, family-run restaurants that you probably won’t find in a guidebook.
Additionally, you have the opportunity to try a variety of Japanese foods including local delicacies and Japanese kaiseki. We know where to eat, what to order, and how to interact with the staff so you can have a truly authentic dining experience.
The fact is, many of the best restaurants in Japan don’t have windows, English signs, or locations on the ground floor. You eat where Japanese people eat, at restaurants tourists don’t even know exist.
What Our Clients Are Saying
A trip to brag about forever!
“I knew we picked the perfect tour company and the best tour guides after one correspondence with Becki. They have knowledge about the history and present culture, navigating transportation, finding hotels/ryokans with comfortable beds with great breakfasts that included Japanese and Western cuisine, knowing where the locals eat, how to have fun at karaoke and so much more. Every detail seemed to have been taken care of. Most importantly they truly listen to your requests and they work really hard to fulfill them. We had so much fun. A trip to brag about forever.”
Anita & Adam – Denver, CO
Experience Japanese Culture
During the tour we will explain societal norms and Japanese etiquette, so you have a better understanding of what is happening around you. Knowing and understanding the culture helps you have more positive interactions and an overall better Japan experience.
What’s more, we don’t go to shows or events that are arranged just for foreign tourists. You will see authentic shows, festivals and events that have been around for hundreds of years, so you can genuinely experience Japanese culture.
As a result, you gain a deeper insight into Japan, its people and its culture; and have experiences that you would never have on your own.
Experience Japanese Culture
During the tour we will explain societal norms and Japanese etiquette, so you have a better understanding of what is happening around you. Knowing and understanding the culture helps you have more positive interactions and an overall better Japan experience.
What’s more, we don’t go to shows or events that are arranged just for foreign tourists. You will see authentic shows, festivals and events that have been around for hundreds of years, so you can genuinely experience Japanese culture.
As a result, you gain a deeper insight into Japan, its people and its culture; and have experiences that you would never have on your own.
“We had a focus on Japanese experiences, and trying to connect with a very foreign culture in a way that was genuine. I couldn’t have done any of this without the help, and suggestions of Becki and Shawn.”
Travel Like a Local
We know how to travel efficiently using Japan’s public transportation system. You never have to worry about seat reservations, figuring out train schedules, which trains accept your Japan Rail Pass, taking the wrong train, or rescheduling should there be any delays.
We make public transportation easy and seamless; all you need to do is enjoy the adventure.
And that’s not all, traveling via public transportation is the best way to interact with people and experience Japanese culture. You will travel like a local and gain a deeper insight into the daily life of the Japanese.
“Becki and Shawn were excellent guides. They made navigating the rail and subways easy. They smoothed over the stressful parts of travel which let us experience the real Japan.”
Make Real Connections
You may also have the opportunity to have dinner with a volunteer host family. Sharing a meal at a Japanese home is a great way to learn about Japanese cooking and culture. Even better, you have the opportunity to build personal relationships and make an authentic connection with a real Japanese family.
“Becki and Shawn really go beyond providing a ‘tour’, and allowed us insights into another culture we likely would never have experienced if we were simply ‘tourists’.”
Make Real Connections
You may also have the opportunity to have dinner with a volunteer host family. Sharing a meal at a Japanese home is a great way to learn about Japanese cooking and culture. Even better, you have the opportunity to build personal relationships and make an authentic connection with a real Japanese family.
“Becki and Shawn really go beyond providing a ‘tour’, and allowed us insights into another culture we likely would never have experienced if we were simply ‘tourists’.”
LEAVE THE PLANNING TO US
We research everything thoroughly and provide you with a detailed itinerary before the trip. You can relax knowing our years of planning and executing tours is going to give you the best trip possible. We take care of all the details.
That means you never have to worry about hotels, transportation, or what sights to see. While we’re planning the day-to-day specifics, you can spend your time doing fun stuff like reading Japanese fiction, learning about the culture, or watching Japanese movies and anime.
We know when and where to be for weekends, holidays and festivals. You don’t have to worry about museum or attraction close days, getting advanced tickets before they sell out, avoiding the crowds, or what special events are happening during your visit.
We use our knowledge and experience to ensure that you see the real Japan and have the adventure of a lifetime.
Stay in City Centers
We take care of all the hotel bookings, so you don’t have to spend hours online researching locations, worrying about staying in undesirable areas, or being too far from the city center. You can rest assured knowing your hotel is in a safe area of the city within minutes of shopping, restaurants, and transportation.
All the hotels are clean with comfortable beds and modern amenities, so you get a good night’s sleep and wake up refreshed for a fun day of sightseeing.
Best of all, breakfast is included everyday, and all the hotels have a great selection of both Japanese and Western foods, so you can have a healthy, nutritious breakfast to start your day.
Stay in City Centers
We take care of all the hotel bookings, so you don’t have to spend hours online researching locations, worrying about staying in undesirable areas, or being too far from the city center. You can rest assured knowing your hotel is in a safe area of the city within minutes of shopping, restaurants, and transportation.
All the hotels are clean with comfortable beds and modern amenities, so you get a good night’s sleep and wake up refreshed for a fun day of sightseeing.
Best of all, breakfast is included everyday, and all the hotels have a great selection of both Japanese and Western foods, so you can have a healthy, nutritious breakfast to start your day.
“The hotels on our tour were great! Their locations were perfect for getting to and from the airport and for catching trains for our day trips. The Western-style breakfast buffets were tasty, convenient, and offered a wide variety of foods to start the day off right.”
Personal Pre-Departure Support
We’re here to help you prepare from the time you register for your tour until the day we meet you at Narita Airport in Japan. We answer all of your questions and offer advice to make sure you’re equipped with everything you need to know before and during your trip.
Before the trip, you get our very own 50-page Japan Guide, Food Guide, Area Restaurant Guide, and Hotel List. You’re also invited to have a free phone or video consultation with us to answer any last minute questions you may have.
The result? You know what to expect, how and what to pack, and you get all your questions answered, so you can feel confident that you’re fully prepared before you leave for Japan.
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About
Becki and Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists
Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.
We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!
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