Kinkan Trip is a personal Japan travel consultation service where you chat 1-on-1 with a local Japanese advisor before and during your trip. Unlike travel agencies or guidebooks, we provide honest, experience-based advice on itineraries, hidden spots, restaurant choices, and real-time support while you travel.

Who is Kinkan Trip for?

Kinkan Trip is for international travelers planning a trip to Japan who want personalized, local advice rather than generic tourist recommendations. It's especially useful if you already have a rough plan but want a local to review it, or if you want guidance on places and experiences you wouldn't easily find on your own.

How is Kinkan Trip different from a travel agency?

Kinkan Trip is not a typical travel agency. We are a 1-on-1 consultation service. We don't sell tour packages. Instead, we act as your trusted local friend in Japan - reviewing your plans, giving honest advice, and helping with selective bookings when needed. We tell you what's truly worth doing, and what you can skip.

What kind of questions can I ask?

You can ask anything related to your Japan trip. Common questions include: Is this route realistic? Is my schedule too packed? Is this restaurant truly worth it? Are there any must-visit spots in this area? You can also ask about hidden gems, timing, local etiquette, transportation, and real-time decisions while traveling.

What are the available plans and pricing?

Kinkan Trip offers two plans. The Standard Plan is $199 and covers 30 days of 1-on-1 chat before your trip, itinerary review, personalized recommendations, and 1 important reservation handled for you. The Premium Plan is $799 and covers 90 days of support before and during your trip, itinerary optimization, up to 5 reservations, real-time problem solving while traveling, and priority support.

What is included in the Standard Plan?

The Standard Plan ($199) includes: 30 days of 1-on-1 travel chat, travel plan review and optimization, personalized local recommendations, access to spots tourists usually miss, and 1 important reservation handled for you. It covers everything you need to plan your Japan trip before you go.

What is included in the Premium Plan?

The Premium Plan ($799) includes: 90 days of 1-on-1 travel chat (before and during your trip), full itinerary review and optimization, up to 5 reservations handled for you (including high-demand spots), real-time problem solving while you travel, and priority support. It is designed for travelers who want continuous support throughout their entire Japan journey.

Can Kinkan Trip help with restaurant and activity bookings?

Yes. Booking assistance is included in both plans. The Standard Plan includes 1 important reservation. The Premium Plan includes up to 5 reservations, including high-demand restaurants and experiences that are difficult for tourists to book on their own.

How do I communicate with my advisor?

After signing up and completing a short questionnaire, you can choose to communicate via Instagram DM or the Kinkan Trip chat - whichever is easiest for you. All conversations are 1-on-1 with your local Japanese advisor.

How do I get started with Kinkan Trip?

Getting started takes just a few steps: (1) Create a free account on Kinkan Trip. (2) Answer a short questionnaire about your trip - when you're traveling, your interests, and any concerns. (3) Choose your plan (Standard or Premium) and your preferred chat method. (4) Start chatting 1-on-1 with your local Japanese advisor.

Can I get support while I am already in Japan?

Yes. The Premium Plan includes real-time support during your trip. If your plans change, something goes wrong, or you need quick local advice while traveling, you can message your advisor during business hours. The Standard Plan covers pre-trip planning only.

What languages is Kinkan Trip available in?

Kinkan Trip consultations are conducted in English. The service is designed specifically for international travelers visiting Japan.

Who provides the travel consultation?

Consultations are provided by a local Japanese advisor based in Japan with deep knowledge of travel across the country. The service is operated by VAbeat Inc, in partnership with WANNAGROW Inc, a licensed travel agency (Type II, Registration No.2-8811) under Japan's Travel Agency Act.

Is Kinkan Trip a licensed travel agency?

Kinkan Trip's booking services are provided in compliance with Japan's Travel Agency Act through WANNAGROW Inc, a licensed Type II travel agency (Registration No.2-8811). VAbeat Inc and WANNAGROW Inc are group companies.

What makes Kinkan Trip's advice different from guidebooks or social media?

Kinkan Trip provides honest, personalized advice based on real local experience - not sponsored content, affiliate links, or generic tourist recommendations. We review your specific plan and give direct feedback, including when to simplify, adjust, or skip certain choices. We also help you discover places that most tourists never find on their own.

Can Kinkan Trip help me avoid tourist traps?

Yes. One of the core benefits of Kinkan Trip is helping you avoid tourist traps, overrated restaurants, sold-out attractions, and unrealistic schedules. We focus your time and money on experiences that truly fit your travel style.