Tour Sales Director,
Jeff was born in a south suburb of Chicago named South Holland and lived in Japan for 14 years. He now lives in Commerce Township, Michigan with his wife Yoshimi, son Shota, and daughter Mina. He enjoys playing with his kids, volunteering with his daughter’s marching band, cycling and training & teaching Aikido.
His suggestion in Japan: Hakone for its excellent cuisine and gorgeous hot springs.
Tour Arrangement Manager,
Michiyo was born in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido Prefecture though currently lives in Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture. Her main passions in life is traveling all around the world and enjoying their cultures.
Her favorite destinations in Japan: Shuzenji, Ishinoya and the Kii Peninsula near Mt Fuji.
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Tour arrangement leader,
Misaki Sawada was born in Osaka which is known as “the Kitchen of Japan”. She now lives in the mountains that surround Osaka. Misaki graduated from Otani University. During her studies she was able to visit the USA (Seattle, Los Angeles) and Canada. Her hobbies are reading Japanese Manga and watching movies.
Her favorite trip in Japan was in Kinosaki Onsen.
Tour Arrangement team,
Izumi has spent most of her life in the Kansai region, except for 10 years that she enjoyed in the UK.
Living abroad has made her appreciate her own culture and local beauties even more. She currently lives in Osaka with her family, including two cats and two dogs.
Her favorite place to visit in Japan is Okinawa (especially when to relax on a sunny beach).
She is also currently in the phase of rediscovering Kyoto. She has been living in the Kansai region for many years now, but still there’s always something new to discover no matter how many times she explore the region.
Her dream holiday would be to soak in an onsen from morning till night, have a meal brought to her room, and be truly pampered!
Her suggestion in Japan: Ishigaki in Okinawa
Guest Relations Supervisor,
Vincent Penez is from south France “La Provence”. He graduated from the ISEG Paris Institute. Vincent lived one year in Los Angeles and another year in Barcelona. He is living in Japan since 2009. He has traveled around the country. His best trips includes Hot Spring Baths in Yudanaka Onsen, climbing Mt Fuji, Miyajima and its Torii Gate, Ine to name a few. Hobbies include football (he is a big Fan of Olympique de Marseille), cycling and hiking.
His suggestions in Japan: Miyajima, Ine and Koyasan.
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IT Department,
Juan is from beautiful Madrid, Spain, where he graduated from the Madrid University. Juan has traveled all across Europe and Southeast Asia, and he is currently residing in Osaka. He is studying the Japanese language and works in the IT section of Rediscover Travel. Juan’s interests include computers and paddle tennis.
His suggestions in Japan: Tokyo and Kobe.
The tours featured throughout our website are intended to give you ideas for what's possible when you travel with us. Treat them simply as inspiration, because your trip will be created individually by one of our specialists to match your tastes and budget.
It was our first trip to Japan. Working with Jeff was a pleasure. His knowledge of the country and local contacts were very helpful. Choice...
Working with Jeff at Rediscover Tours was a wonderful experience. He helped me plan a 10 day trip of a lifetime to Japan with my mother...
I would like to take this opportunity to commend and thank you for the marvelous vacation we recently enjoyed in Japan. The entire experience exceeded...
Years after years we have selected the best specialists about Japan. They have at least lived a minimum of 10 years in the country. They are here to answer all your questions and to make your tour just the way you want it.
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Jeff was born in a south suburb of Chicago named South Holland and lived in Japan for 14 years. He now lives in Commerce Township, Michigan with his wife Yoshimi, son Shota, and daughter Mina. He enjoys playing with his kids, volunteering with his daughter’s marching band, cycling and training & teaching Aikido.
Michiyo was born in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido Prefecture though currently lives in Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture. Her main passions in life is traveling all around the world and enjoying their cultures.
Noriko was born in Nagoya. During her childhood she moved around Japan following her father’s office transfer. She especially liked her time in Shizuoka, facing Mt Fuji. She now lives in Minoo (in the suburb of Osaka). Noriko graduated from Hiroshima university. She’s been to Malaysia, Thailand and Europe (Germany and Bulgaria). Her hobbies are hiking, reading and surfing.
Great trips don't just happen It takes a lot to create a truly memorable holiday. You can rely on us to make your trip a perfect Japanese Experience
This is your trip. Together we will design it just for you.
Your interests will be front and center.
We handle your specific requests. We will inform accommodations, guides and partners of any meal requirements, allergies or disabilities you may have.
Your Japan expert has lived in Japan for many years or is Japanese.
We know the hidden treasures of Japan.
Because most of our staff live in Japan we are always aware of what’s happening in Japan. Throughout our network of partners we get first-hand information that will benefit your trip.
They add a whole new depth to your Japanese tour.
Our local guides are extremely professional and knowledgeable.
Your guide will listen to you, give you suggestions and show you sights you want. They are also very flexible and can make on the fly changes to fit your style, mood, weather and crowds.
Our office in Japan is here to assist you.
Rediscover Tours has been organizing travel to Japan since 2000.
You will arrive in Japan feeling safe and comfortable knowing that all the details have been taken care of and that our Japan office is just a phone call away. Indulge yoursefl!