The name, the logo, and a quick Japanese lesson.

The Name: [ Junket ] means simply, to take a small trip for pleasure, one of which is often funded by someone else. In our case, knowledge and experience is the going currency.

The Logo: Inside the burning, red sun, (as depicted on Japan’s national flag) stands the iconically snowcapped Mt Fuji and a humble shrine gate.

The Lesson: Wrapped around our Mt Fuji you’ll find the Japanese character [ へ ], this character marks a place (Japan) in which an action (travel) is directed towards, similarly to the English word ‘to’, and because Japanese sentence structure is somewhat backwards from ours, reading our logo the ‘Japanese way’ it reads [Japan ‘to’ Junket], meaning, Junket to Japan.

DISCOVER YOUR JAPAN

At Japan Junket, our mission is to help you discover the true beauty and unique essence of Japan.

We design our itineraries with meticulous care and ease of use in mind, and every service we offer is born from a place of personal experience from both our own travels and those we’ve curated for others. Because we are passionate about bringing people to Japan, and Japan to the people, we approach every step of the process with your personal preferences, travel styles and budget in mind, in order to choose the best cities, the best sites, the best restaurants, and offer you personalized travel advice, to ensure you get to experience the heart and soul of this captivating country and discover YOUR Japan.

Japan Junket aren’t just travel planners; we're your dedicated travel companions. We have the experience to ensure that your Junket to Japan is a smooth affair no-matter where you’re headed or who you’re headed there with, whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Japan enthusiast, we promise to make every moment unforgettable.

Meet the driving force behind Japan Junket,

junket. noun (jun·​ket) a short trip for pleasure.

Dayna Hoskin

Dayna has Junketed her way through Japan every year she’s been able since she first stepped foot in the country in September of 2016.

The unique beauty of Japan captivated her, and she dedicated the next 7 years of her life to the study of the Japanese language and its culture. Dayna’s passion for the country and the unique experiences it has to offer inspired many of her family and friends to embark on their own journeys to Japan, and with Dayna as their guide, each grew profoundly attached to the country and its vibrant culture themselves.

Their encouragement led Dayna to create Japan Junket, a platform dedicated to sharing her unique insight and connection with Japan, with others looking to experience this beauty of Japan for themselves.

  • ★★★★★

    “As a first time international traveller, I cannot recommend Dayna's help and experience enough. She single-handedly managed both the needs of our larger group as well as smaller tailored recommendations for our own separate adventures in Japan. She was always friendly, and approachable for advice, and her planning was meticulous. She helped with the early hand-holding questions as well in depth recommendations for places to visit and things to try! “

    ~ Andy W.

  • ★★★★★

    “Dayna designed an itinerary that captured the essence of what drove me to visit Japan. I wanted to immerse myself in the world of Japanese Pro Wrestling, and Dayna delivered me an itinerary that allowed me to do just that. If you have a passion you'd like to explore in Japan, don't hesitate to trust Japan Junket.”

    ~ Jacob T.

  • ★★★★★

    “Beautiful Japan. Our trip was nothing short of amazing thanks to Dayna at Japan Junket. Her outstanding organizational skills and attention to all details both before and during our stay guaranteed that we maximized our 18 day visit to Japan. Our itinerary of seeing and participating in experiences was so jam packed, exciting and diverse. Dayna’s local knowledge, past experiences and mastery of the Japanese language guaranteed we were always experiencing the very best Japan had to offer.”

    ~ Trish M.

  • ★★★★★

    “Where to begin? Japan was an insane experience, but at the same time I have never been so stress free because of the hard work done by Dayna at Japan Junket! Every day was filled with greatness, Dayna's local knowledge of where to go just made it easy for us to concentrate on getting where we needed to be, instead of spending countless hours in preparation finding out where to go during our visit!”

    ~ Jordan M.

  • ★★★★★

    “I had the pleasure of booking my recent Japan trip through Japan Junket last year, and it was absolutely fantastic! Dayna took care of everything in the itinerary, and her knowledge of Japan (from the famous spots to those hidden gems) was spot-on! What's more, her ability to speak Japanese was a huge bonus when it came to booking things smoothly. Dayna is not only incredibly friendly but also genuinely passionate about Japan, and it definitely shines through in her work.”

    ~ Katie T.

  • ★★★★★

    “Dayna made our trip to Japan so memorable and stress free! She was able to recommend kid friendly experiences and helped us to navigate the public transport system to see the best of the country. Would recommend to anyone wanting personalised insight into visiting Japan. Thanks Dayna!”

    ~ Chloe H.

  • ★★★★★

    “Thanks to Dayna’s well thought out itinerary and her proficient Japanese language skills, my trip to Japan went perfectly! Her thorough planning ensured I didn’t have any of the headaches that usually comes with travelling, instead being able to enjoy every moment in the beautiful country of Japan. I would highly recommend Dayna’s services and will definitely be using her business again!”.

    ~ Ellie C.

  • ★★★★★

    “Planning with Dayna has been brilliant, and she is to be commended for providing a thorough itinerary and such a professional service. Every enquiry was promptly answered, and she really considered our interests when making suggestions. From the moment we landed in Japan until our departure, she had us sorted. The links to directions and access to our itinerary made for a very stress-free experience. We could not be happier and highly recommend Japan Junket to anyone who is planning to travel to Japan. ”

    ~ Megan W.

Japan Junket is so much more

than JUST a travel agent

So if your search history looks like this…

- Which attractions are worth seeing?

- How can I avoid the crowds?

- Where can I get the most authentic experience?

- Where can I eat with my food allergy?

- What area of Tokyo should I stay in?

- What do I need to know before I go?

- Whats the best way to get around?

- How much money do I need to take?

- Where can I get the most authentic experiences?

- How much time do I need in each city?

- Can you travel Japan without speaking Japanese?

- Japan's accessibility challenges

- Do I need a Visa?

- Is Japan a 'Kid-Friendly' destination?

- What is the best time of year to visit Japan?

- How do you navigate Japan's public transport?

- Which attractions are worth seeing? - How can I avoid the crowds? - Where can I get the most authentic experience? - Where can I eat with my food allergy? - What area of Tokyo should I stay in? - What do I need to know before I go? - Whats the best way to get around? - How much money do I need to take? - Where can I get the most authentic experiences? - How much time do I need in each city? - Can you travel Japan without speaking Japanese? - Japan's accessibility challenges - Do I need a Visa? - Is Japan a 'Kid-Friendly' destination? - What is the best time of year to visit Japan? - How do you navigate Japan's public transport?

…we are here to help!
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THE ‘CUSTOM MADE’ JUNKET

A travel itinerary made by the experts.

    • A detailed, day to day, itinerary tailored to your personal interests, travel styles and budget by Japan Junkets Japan travel experts. To be provided in both our interactive online format and a printable version to ensure that you have access to all the information you need at any given time.

    • Our itineraries contain everything from short summaries and histories on the sites you’ll be seeing, to travel distances, transit times, navigation links, business operating hours, pricing, tour recommendations, shop recommendations, workshop, restaurant and hotel recommendations, plus direct booking links AND our personal tips and tricks for getting the best out of each destination.

    • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

    • Personalized resources and advice catering to your individual needs such as allergy cards or accessibility information, to ensure you’re experiencing the best Japan has to offer. 

    • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    • Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience, guaranteeing you the best that Japan has to offer.

    • As your specialist Japan Travel Agent, we can book all your flights, hotels, transfers, car hire and travel insurance as well as some attractions and tours on your behalf at your request, (if you haven’t done so already)

    • Anything we recommend that we can’t book on your behalf, such as some attractions and tours, or anything that we can’t offer the cheapest price for, will be linked to directly to ensure making those bookings yourself is as quick and easy as possible.

  • Roughly $460AUD per week of travel.

    Expedited Delivery is available if you need your itinerary quicker than the average 14-day turn around, for an additional $100AUD per week of travel.

    Prices can vary depending on the specifics of your travels, this estimate was reached based on the average travel time of 2 weeks.

    Contact us with the details of your travels for a more accurate quote.

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THE ‘DO IT YOURSELF’ JUNKET

Specialist advice on your DIY itinerary.

    • Send us your itinerary and any questions you have about your upcoming travels, and one of our Japan travel specialists will look over your travel plans and offer their advice to ensure your Junket is as seamless as it can be.

    • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

    • Personalized resources and advice catering to your individual needs such as allergy cards or accessibility information, to ensure you’re experiencing the best Japan has to offer. 

    • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    • Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience, guaranteeing you the best that Japan has to offer.

    • As your specialist Japan Travel Agent, we can book all your flights, hotels, transfers, car hire and travel insurance as well as some attractions and tours on your behalf at your request, (if you haven’t done so already)

    • Anything we recommend that we can’t book on your behalf, such as attractions and tours, or anything that we can’t offer the cheapest price for, will be linked to directly to ensure making those bookings yourself is as quick and easy as possible.

  • Roughly $150~$250AUD per week of travel.

    Prices can vary depending on the specifics of your travels, and stage of your DIY itinerary. This estimate was reached based on the average travel time of 2 weeks.

    Contact us with the details of your travels for a more accurate quote.

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THE ‘JAPAN BY SEA’ JUNKET

Japan cruises and exclusive bundles.

  • Japan Junkets cruising specialists are CLIA accredited and have an extensive knowledge of the cruise lines and ships that operate in and out of Japan, as well as the experience and cultural insight to ensure that you can make the most of your time at each port destination.

    Our Japan cruise agents also often have access to exclusive deals, discounts, and upgrades that are not available to the general public. When you book your cruise with Japan Junket, you’ll benefit from current promotions that could range from onboard credits and special dining experiences, to complimentary excursions or room upgrades.

  • Carefully curated documents on everything from the ins and outs of international travel, to Japanese cultural, social and restaurant etiquette, tips and tricks for navigating Japan’s complex, but very convenient transportation networks, and essential information about Japan’s emergency services, and the Japanese yen.

  • We can assist you in translating any Japanese only webpages, social media posts, flyers, brochures, and booking or contact forms, to ensure that you have access to any and all of the rich experiences that Japan has to offer, regardless of your ability to speak Japanese.

    Should you need to make a booking at a venue, or even just ask a question of somewhere you’ll be visiting, that is only contactable via phone or email, we can, at your request, make contact on your behalf to ensure that the interaction is positive, and that there aren’t any miscommunications that may negatively impact your experience, guaranteeing you the best that Japan has to offer.

  • Bundle any combination of cruise + accommodation, flights, transfers, Travel Insurance & Japan Junket Services and save!

    Money - Up to 20% on accommodation when you bundle with a cruise

    Time - Planning a cruise involves a lot of moving parts, from selecting the right ship and itinerary to coordinating travel arrangements such as flights, transfers, hotels, and maybe even personalized travel itineraries if you choose to extend your Japan trip past just the cruise. But when you book a cruise bundle with Japan Junket, you can rest assured that everything is taken care of.

  • Our booking services for cruises and their bundled flights, accommodation or transfers are free!

    Refer to our Travel Consultancy pricing for custom itineraries if you're looking at extending your trip past just the cruise and want to make the most of your time in Japan.

Don’t limit yourself with a ‘Japan for the masses’ tour.

Discover YOUR Japan with a custom Japan Junket self-guided itinerary.

  • Travel when YOU want,

  • with the flights YOU want,

  • to do what YOU want,

  • eat what YOU want,

  • and sleep where YOU want,

  • in the destinations YOU want.

Embark on your Junket to Japan today.

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