What sets our service apart from the rest?

Our motto: Time, Truth and Trust

TokudAw is a fully licensed travel agency and transportation provider that prioritises your safety, security, and comfort above all else. We think of this as time, truth and trust, and these core values are what set us apart from other tour providers.

Time, Truth and Trust

  • Time: We put your experience first

    We always put your time first and go the extra-distance to give you the best possible experience in Japan. When you travel with us, your time is spent enjoying moments with your loved ones, seeing the sights that matter to you, and not waiting around for transfers or figuring out logistics. 

    Many tour companies do well with their itineraries, but they struggle with the simple things. Your vacation is your time, and we respect this above all. You will never need to search for your driver, and you will never need to wait for them to arrive. Our drivers will always be there waiting for you when you need them. Even if your flight arrives early, or there are delays, we track your flights and ensure our service is perfectly aligned with your schedule.

    With our bespoke itineraries you will get to make the most out of your time in Japan. You can spend the time focused on the experience and the things that matter. When you travel with TokudAw, you can leave all the arrangements to us while you focus on relaxing.

  • Flexibility is everything

    Itineraries are fantastic, but it's your vacation, and we want you to feel empowered to make choices and plans of your own. That's why our guests each have access to our online concierge service to serve as your own personal assistant throughout your trip. 

    If you've seen a restaurant you'd love to try and need help to make a reservation, no problem. If you need some help with translation, or assistance with anything at all, just use our concierge service and we'll take care of it. Don't feel like your itinerary takes away your freedom, we can always be flexible.

  • Truth: We show you the real Japan and its people.

    We are passionate about Japan, and we love introducing our guests to all it has to offer! We want you to see the true Japan, to meet and interact with its people, and to have experiences that go deeper so you can take home lasting memories. 

    With TokudAw, your experience of Japan will bring together the best-known sights and the harder-to-find, authentic experiences that will put you in close contact with real Japanese life and real Japanese people, from traditional craftspeople to culinary masters. Many of our guests return home having made lifelong Japanese friends! Our tours get to the heart of each region, so that you can sample local specialities, participate in regional festivities and even learn a few local crafts and customs.

    We don't rely on the kinds of commercial attractions that pay tour companies a fee. Our teams of regionally-based itinerary planners will craft your tour based on their extensive knowledge of the region, ensuring your experience is unique and truly sensational.  

  • Trust: We are here for you

    Our guests rely on us, our drivers, our guides and all of our staff to make sure their trip goes smoothly. We take the trust you place in us very seriously, and your safety, security and comfort is our top priority. 

    We go to great lengths to ensure any cultural and religious requirements our guests may have are catered to with courtesy and respect, and put your interests and expectations first so that your vacation is exactly the way you like it.

    For some tour providers, each visitor is a number. For us, each of our guests is our guest. You can expect a devoted, responsive team ready to assist you, make adjustments for you, to cater to your needs and to fix any issues that might arise as a matter of priority. There is no automated system, or digital assistant. You can speak to real human beings who are there to help you.

    If you choose to make a booking with us you can be sure that the needs of you and your loved ones will always be put first. All of our guests are individuals with their own set of passions and preferences, but the principles of time, truth and trust will always be at the heart of the experience we create for you

  • Our drivers and guides put your needs first

    We only employ guides and drivers with whom we have an existing relationship, and who we know can deliver a premium quality service to our customers. They are multilingual, experienced at working with groups of all ages and backgrounds, and will always put you and your needs first. All of our guides are accredited, and all of our drivers are fully licensed with a Class 2 Professional Licence. Each of our guides and drivers undergoes extensive training with us to ensure they meet our high standards of service.


    We hire guides local to each of the regions we visit, so on top of detailed information about each of the locations you visit, they'll all have their own regional insights to share with you too, from local history to the finest local cuisines and traditions. But they are also trained to respond to any situations that might arise, providing assistance on everything from customs regulations to local laws, where to find necessary medication, vaccinations requirements, and providing support in case of medical emergencies. 


    Your safety is prioritised at all times. All of our drivers are equipped with translation apps, and we create messenger groups with our guests, drivers and TokudAw representatives, to ensure you are in constant contact with someone who can understand and provide assistance in case of emergency.

We are here for you

For some tour providers, each visitor is a number. For us, each of our guests is our guest. You can expect a devoted, responsive team ready to assist you, make adjustments for you, to cater to your needs and to fix any issues that might arise as a matter of priority. There is no automated system, or digital assistant. You can speak to real human beings who are there to help you.

If you choose to make a booking with us you can be sure that the needs of you and your loved ones will always be put first. All of our guests are individuals with their own set of passions and preferences, but the principles of time, truth and trust will always be at the heart of the experience we create for you.