Julia Cook

Julia is a content writer from Seattle who made her first trip to Japan in 2017 and can’t wait to tell you about it. Her work has covered everything from literature to data science, with bylines in the Stranger, PASTE, and Bitter Southerner. She loves jazz, reads both Murakamis, and has ridiculous luck with gachapon.

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido: 2 Days on the Seto Inland Sea

If you are afraid of heights, do not attempt the Shimanami Kaido. A little harsh, perhaps, but it’s what I…

Thank you for considering Boutique Japan to help you plan your custom trip to Japan! Before reaching out to us, please make sure to read the below as it contains important information about our services.

We love working with travelers from around the world, but please keep in mind that we are a small, independent company and simply cannot help everyone who reaches out to us.

As demand is always high for Japan's most unique hotels and ryokans (and the best local guides and experts), we typically suggest planning nine to twelve months in advance, particularly for peak seasons such as spring and fall.

Due to overwhelming demand, we are fully booked for the next several months, and can only consider inquiries for trips taking place in December 2023 and later. Because our team of Japan specialists is small, there are times when we cannot assist even if your travel dates align with our general availability.

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