Luxury travel in Japan that feels like a well-kept secret

TokudAw opens doors to secluded mountain temples, tucked-away ryokans, and hidden towns where you can feel Japan’s history underfoot. Get there at your own pace, with a driver who knows the way.

This isn’t the Japan you find in brochures.

It’s the cool touch of tatami under bare feet in a 200-year-old tea house.

It’s the crisp mountain air on a secluded path known only to locals.

It’s letting the scenery unfold as your driver takes care of the journey.

It’s the hypnotic rhythm of an artisan reviving ancient techniques, just for you.

It’s the quiet hum of conversation over a home-cooked meal in a countryside inn.

It’s the soothing warmth of a private onsen beneath a canopy of stars.

It’s the stillness of standing at the heart of Japan’s most sacred sites.

This is luxury travel with TokudAw.

Our luxury travel tours at a glance

  • Custom Private Tours

    Explore Japan on a hyper-personalized itinerary, designed with your interests at its core. Guided by local experts, who handle the driving while you sit back and soak in the scenery, experience the culture, food, and hidden places at a pace that suits you, without the limitations of fixed schedules or crowds.

  • Multi-Generational Tours

    Tailored for families spanning all ages, our multi-generational tours are crafted to cater to the specific needs of each traveler. We build itineraries with flexibility in mind, from accessible routes for older family members to adventure-filled activities for younger ones.

  • Accessible Private Tours

    Our accessible tours ensure that Japan’s beauty is within reach for all. With wheelchair-friendly vehicles, hand-picked accessible restaurants, and flexible routes, every detail is planned with your comfort in mind.

  • Ancestry Tours

    Walk in the footsteps of your ancestors. Visit your family’s places of origin and explore regional landmarks with personal significance. With a genealogist on hand, your personal driver at the wheel, and guides who know the local area deeply, these tours turn family history into a living, breathing journey.

  • Japan Private Drivers

    Travel comfortably with TokudAw’s in-house transportation fleet, servicing areas around Tokyo. For journeys further afield, we partner with rigorously vetted suppliers, all of which are experienced, multilingual drivers who know Japan’s roads and regions like the backs of their hands. It’s undoubtedly the most relaxed and convenient way to explore the country’s highlights.

  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

    A unique glimpse into Japan’s traditions, flavors, and serene beauty. Hone your skills with samurai and ninja guides, savor regional flavors with master brewers and market tours, and unwind in Gunma’s tranquil snowcapped onsens.

Why TokudAw?

✔ White-glove service

From the moment you arrive, our team handles every little thing—this could mean adjusting plans on the fly, recommending a hidden local spot, or getting your favorite tea ready after a long day.

✔ Luxury travel, built around you

IThere’s no preset agenda—just a bespoke travel experience engineered from your interests, whether it’s a tea ceremony in a centuries-old garden or a morning hike to a hidden shrine.

✔ Comfort in motion

Move through Japan without a single worry. Our fleet of high-spec private vehicles gives you the freedom to go wherever, whenever. No need to cram in on crowded trains or navigate the other side of the road—just sit back and enjoy the ride.

✔ Concierge support—on demand

If you need an impromptu reservation or a last-minute recommendation, our team is on hand 24/7. We make sure the small things never become stressors, so your focus is on enjoying the trip.

✔ Made for every kind of traveller

With trips that welcome solo explorers, couples, and families of all ages, TokudAw tailors every experience to suit each traveler’s interests. Everyone finds their own rhythm here, from the adventurous to the relaxed.

✔ Japan through a local lens

Get to know the places and stories that don’t make the guidebooks: quiet shrines tucked into the hills, family-run ryokans with generations of history, trails only locals wander. It’s travel with soul, depth, and a real sense of connection to the native culture.

Our travelers share what TokudAw means to them

  • We will recommend TokudAw to friends and families. We appreciate you and the drivers listening to our needs and providing care and guidance for excellent customer satisfaction.

    Carol and Yasuhiro

  • Thank you for the great organising. We enjoyed our trip here.

    Ben and Fiona

 FAQs

  • TokudAw tours are deeply personal and immersive, not your typical sightseeing. We meticulously tailor every experience, from private drivers and exclusive cultural access to handpicked stays and local experts who know Japan intimately. Our focus is on quality, luxury, and above all, authenticity, which means you’re getting a once-in-a-lifetime experience made for you and you only.

  • Our tours cover all the details so you can travel without a hitch. We take care of everything: curated experiences, private transportation, restaurant bookings, and accommodations tailored to your needs and preferences. You’ll also have round-the-clock support if anything changes or you want to adjust plans (because let’s face it, the Japanese language is tricky). Need dietary accommodations, special accessibility options, or even a last-minute change in itinerary? Consider it handled.

  • With TokudAw, you’re traveling through Japan the way locals live it. Our guides and drivers know the off-the-beaten-track places, the family-owned inns, and the best places to enjoy Japan’s quieter, more intimate side (unless you’re craving the pulse of the city, of course).

    We avoid tourist crowds when we can, taking you to places where you can really connect with the culture and people—that mesmerizing temple that’s rarely visited, or perhaps a home-cooked meal in a countryside inn. It’s travel that goes beneath the surface.

  • Absolutely. We plan with every generation in mind, from young children to grandparents, so everyone can find something special in the experience. Our tours are adaptable, and we can make adjustments on the go to suit different energy levels or interests.

     

    For those with accessibility needs, we offer wheelchair-friendly transport, specialized support, and routes designed for comfort. Whether it’s a relaxing family onsen day or a day packed with activities for all ages, we make sure everyone gets to enjoy Japan at their own pace.

Now is the time to see Japan differently.

Discover a side of Japan most never see. With hyper-personalized planning and door-to-discovery private transport, we’re here to design your dream trip.