The JAPAN Plan

Japan Lovers: Are you tired of the crowded tourism places & want to create an enriching Japan trip?

Introducing the JAPAN Plan:
My custom travel planning package to help you plan the best trip of your life seeing Japan’s hidden gems.

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The JAPAN Plan stands for:

J – Journey Customization

  • Initial consultation to understand your trip goals, budget, duration, & more.
  • Personalized itinerary design to match your objectives
  • Get a balance of popular spots and hidden gems

A – Authentic Experiences

  • Get the full cultural experience with local customs guidance, authentic restaurants, and more.
  • Avoid “bad weather” seasons in Japan & take advantage of the seasonal opportunities available
  • Gain dining & other cultural etiquette instruction to avoid indirectly offending the people of Japan

P – Peace of Mind

  • Remove the stress of transportation planning with my done-for-you transportation plan
  • Know what to expect & what to pack… Remove ALL the guesswork and unknowns from your trip
  • Avoid holiday closures 
  • Get language barrier solutions

A – Adventure Optimization

  • Get the insider info about various hike and activity difficulty ratings
  • Receive time-efficient routing so you can make the most out of your trip
  • Maximize your budget and avoid extra costs you may not be aware of
  • Receive family-friendly options, or solopreneur adventures
  • Get the best photography opportunities in advance

N – Navigation Support

  • Get restaurant reservations made for you
  • Know the best shopping districts

You Will:

  • Feel calm & confident about your plans when you arrive to Japan
  • Enjoy special hidden gems of Japan with your loved ones or on your solo trip
  • Remove the guesswork and overwhelm of trying to fit everything in your travel schedule
  • Maximize the potential of your trip
  • Remove the doubt about if you planned the right things or not

Client Testimonials:

If anyone needs advice on your Japan itinerary or other travel tips, Yen is your guy; at a very reasonable price too and varying with your needs!

Yen attracted us to the Kurama – Kibune trail. NO REGRETS AT ALL!

We spent the early afternoon in Kibune. Lunch was a very delicious home cooked fish lunch on tatami floored table. Certainly a 5+ for cozy atmosphere, very local service & great food reasonably priced too!

Originally, we wanted to stay later for the 9pm train, but fortunately Yen highlighted that last bus to Kibune train station is 6pm! If we missed it, we would have to walk some distance for more than 30 minutes. May not sound daunting, but as we passed the road on the bus we were relieved we did not have to end this pleasant trail walking on smog filled road albeit along river.

Thank you, Yen for this great tip!

– Japan Plan Client, Kim Ng

Before talking with you, I was feeling a bit unsure overall of my roughly plan of my trip. There were so many options and moving parts—it felt like too much. After our planning session, then i feel clear, excited, and so much more confident. I now have a structured plan that feels both doable and aligned with what I actually want from the trip.

One of the most helpful parts of our session was how you asked the right questions to really understand what I was looking for, even when I wasn’t totally sure myself. You helped narrow things down and gave actionable steps that made the process feel easy and stress-free.

I’ll advice people whom on the fence about getting help with planning their trip, seek help. You’ll save yourself time, stress, and second-guessing. Having expert guidance made all the difference for, and can focus on enjoying the anticipation of the trip instead of worrying about the details.

– Japan Plan Client, Yin Ki

WHY THE JAPAN Plan Package & WHY NOW?

  • Avoid poor planning & missing out on Japan’s best experiences
  • Take the time and guess work out of searching and planning your trip
  • Go prepared to your trip with all the right things
  • Steer clear of indirectly offending someone on your trip due to not knowing the customs
  • Prevent going to places during their closed hours
  • Visit Japan at a time of year that’s optimal for the weather and experience you are looking for
  • Avoid overpaying for certain accommodations & instead, have support with finding quality options within your budget

BEFORE & AFTER JAPAN Plan

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The JAPAN Plan IS FOR YOU IF YOU WANT TO…

  • Take the work out of planning your trip to Japan while experiencing a memorable trip
  • Enrich your Japan travel experience by having a Japan expert support you every step of the way
  • Connect better with the locals and get to know more countryside gems
  • Explore other beautiful prefectures of Japan outside of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto
  • Fully maximise your budget and time to get the best out of your Japan trip
  • Avoid missing out on the local delicacies of each prefecture

The JAPAN PLAN IS NOT FOR YOU IF YOU ARE…

  • Only planning to explore the big cities Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto
  • Going to Japan on a guided tour that already provides a full itinerary
  • Making a quick stopover in Japan (i.e. a few hours or just a couple of days).

What’s Included?

  • Initial Consultation: Together, we will discuss your goals for your trip, duration, how many people, etc. so that I can plan an itinerary that you love.
  • Proposed Itinerary: Based on your interests, duration of your trip, and budget, I’ll customize your dream itinerary. I will also add special deals, recommendations, packing tips, etc.
  • Refinement and Q&A Session: Get your questions answered about your itinerary and request any adjustments if needed.
  • Itinerary Guide: The full breakdown of your travel plans to take the stress out of your trip planning
  • Transportation Plan: How to get around on your trip with ease
  • Packing Checklist: Essentials to bring for your trip

MEET YOUR TRAVEL PLANNER

Hi, I am Yen (same as the Japanese Yen) and a Japan travel addict myself from Malaysia.

Ever since young, I enjoyed watching anime (アニメ) and reading manga (漫画) as well as playing video games, which I later developed a deeper fascination for its culture and history.

As I moved on to university, I enrolled in a degree of Accounting Finance and at the same time took up a major in Japanese. Later on, I went on an exchange to a small city in Japan called Oita (大分).

Throughout my time in Japan, I took the opportunity to explore the neighbouring cities & the experience had opened my eyes to the hidden beauties of Japan’s lesser known countryside, especially the mountains & the ocean views.

Fast forward today, I am utilising my Japanese skills for Finance in multiple million-dollar multi-national companies and have travelled to over 15+ cities in my dream country.

And I support people who want to visit Japan & make the most out of their trip with my JAPAN PLAN Package.

FAQS

  • How will our consultation and Q&A session take place?
    Our sessions will be on Zoom or Google Meet, whatever your preference is.
  • Could you book us a tour or tour guide?
    Yes, based on your travel preferences and goals, I will put together a plan for your trip & can recommend and book tours or tour guides for you.
  • How long does my Japan trip need to be for this package to make sense?
    I recommend this package to anyone who is visiting Japan for 4 days or longer.
  • Which time of year is the best time to visit Japan?
    It depends on what you most want to see as each season has their own perks and attractions. We will discuss your goals in our initial consultation.
  • Do I need to bring cash to Japan?
    Yes, but there are more and more places in Japan now accepting credit cards.
  • What if I have more questions about how this package works?
    Contact me with any questions by emailing contact@yentravelsjapan.com or schedule a Free Consult here.
  • How far in advance to my trip should I book this package?
    The sooner the better to make sure you can have reservations at the places you most want to go. I recommend booking this package 3-4 months prior to your trip.
  • How do I sign up?
    Click here to sign up & you will get an email from me with the invoice and the onboarding email within 24 hours.

The investment for this package is MYR 350, however when you sign up by 15th June 2025, you will get an early bird rate of MYR 250.

Kongosho and Kuramadera main hall