A Scandinavian perspective
Japan, curated for Nordic travelers.
Minimal, thoughtful picks for where to stay, what to eat, and what to see. Built on real research and lived travel.
Why Japan
A natural fit for Scandinavian sensibilities
Two cultures united by restraint, craftsmanship, and a reverence for nature.
Design & Craft
From ceramic studios in Kyoto to minimalist architecture in Tokyo, Japan shares the Nordic devotion to honest materials and purposeful form.
Seasonal Beauty
Cherry blossoms, autumn maples, winter onsen steam. Japan celebrates the passage of seasons with the same intensity as Scandinavia.
Quiet Spaces
Temple gardens, forest paths, ryokan stillness. Japan offers the same restorative calm that Nordics build into everyday life.
Stay
Hotels and ryokans that match a Nordic eye for detail.
Kanazawa Sainoniwa Hotel
Exclusive hotel tours and experiences
Hotel AO Kanazawa
Beautifully stylish rooms with private bath/sauna and Japanese tatami floors
SAIK Traditional Japanese Hotel
Renovated machiya townhouse with 4 private rooms reflecting Kanazawa's rich history
Maki No Oto
Stunning boutique hotel in beautifully renovated old Geisha tea house
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
253 spacious rooms with Japanese-inspired décor next to Kanazawa Station
Beniya Mukayu
16-room Zen-inspired ryokan with 'richness in emptiness' concept and private hot springs
Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
Lake Ashi views with modern amenities and traditional hospitality
Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa
Contemporary resort with onsen facilities and mountain views
Hotel Green Plaza Hakone
Open-air hot-spring baths with rare Mount Fuji views from Hakone
Hakone Ginyu
Traditional ryokan with private onsen and spectacular Mount Fuji views
KAI Hakone
Hoshino Resorts ryokan on old Tokaido road with river views and kaiseki dining
Kinnotake Tonosawa
Luxury onsen ryokan with private baths and Mount Fuji views
Moxy Shin Umeda
Playful Marriott brand with social spaces and vibrant design in Umeda
Hotel The Flag Shinsaibashi
Stylish boutique property in heart of Shinsaibashi shopping district
Cross Hotel Osaka
Design-focused hotel with contemporary aesthetics in central location
The Lively Osaka Honmachi
Vibrant boutique hotel with modern design and local neighborhood feel
Conrad Osaka
Contemporary luxury with Japanese design elements and skyline views
InterContinental Osaka
Large suites with lounge access in prime Osaka location
W Osaka
Playful design in Shinsaibashi, steps from Dotonbori nightlife hotspot
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka
Heart of prestigious Umeda business district across from Osaka Station
The St. Regis Osaka
Centrally located on Midosuji, the Champs Elysées of Osaka
Four Seasons Hotel Osaka
New icon of style and comfort in heart of Osaka's commerce and cultural hub
Marufukuro
Renovated traditional townhouse with intimate atmosphere and local charm
node hotel
Scandinavian-meets-Kyoto aesthetic with Danish restaurant and hip city base
Eat
Restaurants with honest ingredients and deliberate craft.
Sake Bar Hopping
Private sommelier guide
Rooftop Bar Experience
Private table at sky-high bars
Museum Cafe Experience
Private dining with art views
Seasonal Kaiseki Dinner
Multi-course meals celebrating seasons
Michelin Chef's Table
Private dining at top restaurants
Sushi Omakase Private
Exclusive counter seating
Kaiseki Cooking Class
Private multi-course preparation
Private Chef Cooking Class
In-home or private kitchen
Geisha Dinner Show
Private performance and dining
Sake Bar Hopping
Private sommelier guide
Rooftop Bar Experience
Private table at sky-high bars
Geisha Dinner Show
Private performance and dining
Museum Cafe Experience
Private dining with art views
Seasonal Kaiseki Dinner
Multi-course meals celebrating seasons
Tempura Cooking Class
Private oil-frying techniques
Michelin Chef's Table
Private dining at top restaurants
Soba Making Workshop
Private noodle-making with master
Kaiseki Cooking Class
Private multi-course preparation
Private Chef Cooking Class
In-home or private kitchen
Seasonal Kaiseki Dinner
Multi-course meals celebrating seasons
Sake Bar Hopping
Private sommelier guide
Rooftop Bar Experience
Private table at sky-high bars
Geisha Dinner Show
Private performance and dining
Ramen Making Class
Private noodle-making with master
See
Quiet sights, architecture, and natural spaces.
Shirakawa-go Wagon Tour
Traditional horse-drawn carriage
Airport Concierge
VIP lounge access, fast-track services
Boat Tour (VIP)
Private cruise on local rivers
Vintage Car Tour
Classic car driving experience
Rickshaw Experience
Traditional jinrikisha rides
Luxury Coach Tour
Premium coach with English guide
Private Jet Charter
For inter-city travel
Bullet Train VIP
First-class reserved seating, concierge
Helicopter Tour
Private aerial views of Kanazawa
Private Car Service
Luxury sedan with English-speaking driver
Seasonal Nature Walk
Private guide through seasonal changes
Tanabata Festival
Exclusive festival experiences
Night Illuminations
Private viewing of seasonal light displays
Festival Behind-the-Scenes
Private access to preparations
New Year Celebration
Private shrine visits and ceremonies
Festival VIP Access
Reserved seating and insider access
Autumn Foliage Tour
Private guide to best fall colors
Cherry Blossom Private Tour
Spring exclusive with premium viewing
Wagon Tour
Private horse-drawn carriage experience
Farmhouse Cooking Class
Private traditional cooking
Seasonal Village Tour
Cherry blossoms, autumn foliage
Local Craft Workshop
Private artisan experience
Sake Brewery Tour
Private distillery visit
Traditional Village Hiking
Private guide through countryside
Guides and research
Editorially curated guides and tips for Swedish travelers in Japan.
Partner Packages
Clear collaboration formats for hotels and restaurants targeting Swedish travelers to Japan.
Hotel Spotlight
Dedicated place profile, city-guide placement, and premium social publishing.
Restaurant Feature
Curated food guide, editorial copy in Swedish, and visibility in the Eat section.
City Collection
Bundled exposure across multiple places in the same city for maximum planning value.
Work with me
I collaborate with select hotels and restaurants to create thoughtful, Scandinavian-leaning travel content for Japan.
Partnerships
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