Booking Opens July 31st

Packages

Double Occupancy (Shared Room)

$2,850 pp

Includes two beds in a shared room with one other JRNYS traveler for the duration of the trip. If you would like to room with a specific person that will be attending, you may indicate their full name during registration. If you do not have a roommate preference, we offer complimentary roommate matching based on traveler preferences submitted at booking.

Single Occupancy (Private Room)

 $3,850 pp

Includes a private room for the duration of the trip, offering additional space and privacy throughout the JRNYS experience. This option is ideal for travelers who prefer their own accommodations while still participating in group activities. Limited availability!

Couple Occupancy (Shared Room)

 $5,700 pc

Includes one shared room for two guests traveling together as a couple for the duration of the trip. This package is ideal for partners who want to experience JRNYS together while enjoying the energy of a hosted group trip.

**Packages include all specified items listed in the “What’s Included” section.

***Payment plans are available.

“

The world isn’t meant to be watched through a feed, It’s meant to be experienced.

-Garyn Gabriel, Creator of JRNYS

What’s Included?

  • 4-Star Accomodations

    Hand-selected 4-star accommodations in Tokyo and Kyoto, centrally located for easy access to the city’s best neighborhoods, food, and nightlife.

  • Airport Transfers

    Seamless arrival and departure transfers so you can land stress free and start the experience immediately.

  • Intercity Bullet Train

    High-speed rail travel between Tokyo and Kyoto.

  • Daily Breakfast

    Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel each morning

  • Welcome Dinner

    A curated welcome dinner to kick off the trip, meet your travel crew, and set the tone for the week ahead.

  • 1-Night Ryokan Stay

    A one night stay at a modern ryokan (traditional Japanese hotel) near Arashiyama Forest with multiple soothing onsens and a beautifully prepared traditional Japanese breakfast.

  • Scenic Kyoto Boat Ride

    Take in the beauty of Kyoto from the water with an included river boat ride experience.

  • Culturally Immersive Experiences

    Guided cultural moments selected by Garyn, designed to immerse you in Japan’s history, culture, and local atmosphere.

  • Signature JRNYS Programming + Built-in Free Time

    Structured itinerary with intentional flexibility to explore on your own, book optional upgrades, or relax at your own pace.

  • On the Ground Support

    Professional local coordination plus hosted support throughout the trip to ensure everything flows smoothly.

  • JRNYS Swag Bag

    A curated JRNYS welcome kit featuring exclusive merch, travel essentials, and thoughtful touches designed to make you feel part of the experience

  • JRNYS Farewell Toast

    At the end of the trip we’ll gather for a farewell toast — a relaxed moment to say goodbye, share one last connection with fellow travelers, and send everyone off with warm wishes as they head home.

Playday Add-ons

How Playday Add-Ons Work

For each Playday, we offer a curated selection of optional add-on experiences in both Tokyo and Kyoto. These are hand-selected activities that align with the JRNYS vibe: immersive, fun, and a little “out-of-the-box”.

To build your Playday:

  1. Review the available add-ons listed for your destination.

  2. Select the experiences that interest you.

  3. Add them to your booking.

  4. Confirm your payment option (add-ons can be paid in full or added to a payment plan).

You may choose one experience, multiple experiences, or none at all. Add-ons are completely optional. If you prefer to spend your Playday exploring solo, visiting a café you saw on TikTok, shopping in Harajuku, relaxing at an onsen, museum hopping, or simply sleeping in you are absolutely welcome to do so.

This is your trip!

What Are Playdays?

Playdays are intentionally built-in free days within the JRNYS itinerary designed for exploration, spontaneity, and personalization. While the core itinerary includes whole group experiences, Playdays give you the freedom to design your own adventure! Whether you want to dive deeper into traditional culture, food, fashion, nightlife, wellness, or simply wander with no plan at all, this is your time!

Unlike many group trips where you may feel pressured to participate in every scheduled activity or follow a “one size fits all” agenda, Playdays give you autonomy over your experience. You’re not locked into doing things that don’t align with your interests, AND you’re not left figuring everything out alone either! You may choose your own pace, lean into your niche, and tailor the journey to what excites you most.

TOKYO PLAYDAY ADD-ONS

  • Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift Experience

  • Samurai Kendo Practice Experience

  • Luxury Vintage Shopping Experience

  • Sushi Making Class

  • Tokyo Ramen Tasting Tour

  • Evening Kartoon Karting in Shibuya

  • Manga Drawing Class with a Pro Artist

  • DisneySea Park Full Day Experience

  • Anime Voice Acting Experience

  • J-Pop / J-Rock Live Concert Experience

  • Kawaii Nail Art Experience

  • teamLabs Planets

  • Anime, Gaming, and Pop Culture Experience

  • Shinjuku Red Light Walking Tour

KYOTO PLAYDAY ADD-ONS

  • Macho Bar Kyoto

  • Tea Ceremony with Kimono Experience

  • Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting Experience

  • Bowing Deers in Nara Experience

  • Ramen, Gyoza, and Onigiri Cooking Class

  • Universal Studios Japan

**The complete list of Playday Add-Ons, including detailed descriptions, pricing, and availability, will be available during registration in the booking portal.

**Playday Add-Ons are updated periodically, so we encourage you to check back in your WeTravel booking for any new experiences that may be added.

**Add-ons may be added to your reservation at any time prior to the listed deadline for that specific experience.

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Tokyo, check into the hotel, settle in, and meet your travel crew. In the evening, we’ll gather for a welcome dinner to kick off the journey.

  • Spend the day exploring some of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks on a guided highlights experience. In the evening, enjoy free time.

  • Tokyo Culture Quest - Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, We will explore the world of sumo by viewing a sumo match, learning the rules of the game, and meeting retired sumo wrestlers. The evening is free—explore at your own pace, or because it is Halloween night, join Garyn for an optional Tokyo bar-hopping tour to visit her favorite local spots. Don’t forget to bring a costume!

  • Tokyo Playday (Free Day) Enjoy a full free day to explore Tokyo your way. Choose from optional curated add-ons or spend the day discovering the city on your own.

    • Kartoon Karting Street Experience

    • TeamLab immersive digital art museum

    • Anime & Akihabara District Exploration

    • The City’s Best Ramen Food Tour

    • Kawaii Manicure Experience

    • Fast & Furious Tokyo Drift Experience

    • Tokyo DisneySea Day Trip

    • Samurai Kendo Practice

    • Sushi Making Class

    • Manga Drawing Class

    • J-pop / J-rock Concert Experience

    …and more.

    Mix and match add-on activities, or do your own thing. It’s up to you!

  • Check out of our Tokyo hotel and board the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto. Check into the beautiful ryokan and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing in the onsens or exploring the Arashiyama area.

  • Savor a traditional Japanese breakfast at the ryokan, then check out and embark on a Kyoto highlights tour featuring a scenic boat ride and visits to the city’s most iconic cultural sites. After the tour, transfer to our final Kyoto hotel and enjoy free time that evening.

    *Please note today is Japan’s Culture Day, a celebration of Japanese culture. There will be cultural events happening all around the city to explore!

  • Kyoto Culture Quest - Today is all about Samurai culture! Visit the Samurai Ninja Museum and participate in the Shogun Japan Samurai Experience, including armor styling and cinematic video shooting. You have free time in the evening.

  • Kyoto Playday! (Free Day) Spend the day exploring Kyoto at your own pace or join optional curated add-ons such as:

    • Kyoto Cooking Class

    • Traditional Japanese tea ceremony experience

    • Kyoto street food and market tour

    • Sake tasting experience

    • Macho Bar Experience

    • Visit Nearby Cities Nara & Osaka

      Mix and match add-on activities, or do your own thing. It’s up to you!

  • Departure Day. It’s time to say goodbye after a week of shared moments, laughter, culture, and connection. We transfer to Kansai International Airport (KIX).

Meet Your JRNYS Host

Hi, I’m Garyn — creator of JRNYS by Where Garyn At?

For years, I’ve traveled the world solo intentionally planning my own “outside-the-box” adventures, navigating new cities, and seeking experiences that go beyond the “typical” tourist path. I’ve always been drawn to the thrill of discovering hidden gems and experiences that most people don’t think to look for.

I LOVE a good immersive cultural experience or local moments you can’t simply Google. My travel style has always been about depth, intention, and real connection.

JRNYS was created to share that same energy with you! I want you to feel that rush of stepping into a new country feeling confident, prepared, and open to moments you will be talking about for YEARS. I design each experience the way I travel myself: structured enough to feel seamless and flexible enough to feel free.

As your host, I’m here to ensure everything flows so you can focus on being present and fully immersed.

Itterasshai — Let’s go and bring back the vibes!

-Garyn

Room Options & Payment Plans

There are two room types available for JRNYS. To secure your spot, you may either pay a deposit and select a monthly payment plan or pay in full at checkout. All bookings are managed securely through WeTravel.

Double Occupancy (Shared Room)
Perfect for solo travelers open to being paired or friends/partners traveling together. Each room includes two separate beds.

Single Occupancy (Solo Room)
For travelers who prefer their own private room and space.

Please note: Single rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to Book

  1. Click the “Book Now” button below to visit the JRNYS booking page.

  2. Select your preferred room type.

  3. Click “Book Now” and complete the traveler information form.

  4. Choose your payment option (deposit + installments or full payment).

  5. Submit your payment to secure your spot.

Your reservation is officially confirmed once you receive your booking confirmation email. After booking, please complete all required fields in your WeTravel “Booking Details” section to finalize your participation.

How to book