TokudAw, Japan’s leading luxury travel provider, has joined forces with SWIFF to bring unmatched hygiene to its fleet of private vehicles, Japan Private Drivers. This partnership pairs cutting-edge antimicrobial technology with TokudAw’s commitment to comfort and safety, guaranteeing a spotless ride for every traveler. The SWIFF spray is plant-based, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic—perfect for multigenerational families, travelers with allergies, or anyone seeking peace of mind.

The collaboration is spearheaded by TokudAw’s Managing Director, Wanping Aw—a scientist at Keio University—and SWIFF founder Dr. JJ Richardson. Together, they’ve developed a sanitization protocol that combines rigorous science with everyday practicality, raising the bar for premium travel in Japan.

In Fodor’s No List 2025, TokudAw Inc., was invited for a comment in the internationally renowned travel publication, Fodor. Fodor published an annual list of ‘no-go’ destinations for the year ahead, in what it describes as an effort to highlight ‘destinations where tourism is placing unsustainable pressures on the land and local communities’. In Japan, Kyoto and Tokyo have been selected as destinations beginning to suffer.

TokudAw Inc was featured in SCMP for its efforts in curating accessible tours with Accessible Japan.

Tokyo, Japan – TokudAw, the expert in bespoke travel and business services in Japan, is thrilled to announce its official registration as a Designated Store under Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This recognition enables TokudAw to offer exclusive tax-free services to embassies and consulates in Japan, providing additional support for their official government events and diplomatic operations.