Japan anime holiday, 7 days

Planet

Transport:
As you move from place to place, you’ll use the metro system and public buses, which is an effective way to help lower your carbon footprint, mingle with the locals and soak up the scenic views as you make your way to the next location.

There is no car travel at all. A lot of our activities are based on walking from place to place. These walking trips will provide you with light exercise - looking after your well being, while also reducing the carbon footprint on the planet - looking after the planet’s well being!

Accommodation:
The hostel we stay in is locally run and passionate about doing their part when it comes to the environment. Whilst you’re staying here, we encourage you to use local services on offer, this way your money goes straight into the local community and economy.

Wildlife:
During your free time, you may find that Tokyo has many animal cafes to discover within the city. Though popular among tourists seeking unique experiences, often raise ethical concerns regarding the treatment and welfare of the animals involved. Responsible travellers and consumers should carefully consider the ethical implications of supporting such establishments and seek out alternative ways to engage with animals that prioritise their well-being and conservation.

Top Tips:
Tap water is safe to drink in Japan so to all of our travellers we suggest packing a reusable water bottle to ensure you have water on hand at all times and help minimize the trail of plastic left behind. There are lots of refill points and most restaurants will also provide water bottle refills. We also recommend packing as light as possible, to help keep your carbon footprint low.

People

Local tour guides:
By hiring local tour guides we help support the local people and provide employment opportunities.

Local experiences:
Explore neighborhoods like Akihabara and Nakano Broadway, known as hubs for anime and manga culture. While there, interact with locals by browsing through small, independent anime shops, chatting with store owners, and discovering hidden gems recommended by locals.

As a sign of respect, we think that it is important for travellers to learn a few key words or phrases in the native language, so we offer a written language guide in Japan. We also offer classes to learn about the local culture including a calligraphy class.

All of our customers’ interactions are with local suppliers, and we promote integration between travellers and local people through our “unmissable” included activities and our optional activities, and opportunities for authentic cultural immersion.

Our Adventure Leaders are trained in ensuring that customers are aware of local customs and traditions, educating them on when it is appropriate to take photos and/or videos.