Taketombo — You & We

You.
We.

What is your interest, and what drives you to want to be part of this movement? We'd love to hear from you.

If you are...

Taketombo travelers come from different backgrounds and countries, but share a certain quality of curiosity. See if any of these sound like you.

Slow traveler in rural Japan

Slo Traveler

You invest in meaningful experience, not possessions. You are willing to take time to see and experience the culture of a new visiting place, even if it means staying longer and traveling to fewer destinations. You value quality over quantity in your travel experience. No rush.

Learner in Japanese craft workshop

The Learner

You are passionate about art, craft, and culture — looking to gain new insight or knowledge about humanity, arts, and culture from traveling. Curiosity and adventure are in your DNA. You are never afraid to interact in a foreign country, believing that sincerity, doodling, and body language are universal communication tools.

Japan repeater traveler

The Repeater

You never seem to have enough of Japan — or you are constantly scouting for something off the regular tourist course. You've done Tokyo and Kyoto. You know there is more. You're right.

Socially responsible traveler in Japan

Social Responsible Traveler

You are highly aware of the socio-cultural and economic impact of traveling. Being able to give back to the community makes your global travel experience even more fulfilling — and your circle of friends has expanded into a community from all over the world.

We are

Taketombo — who we are

We are a social enterprise, a craft incubator, and culture travel experts — all three at once. We believe travel can be a force for good when it reaches the right places, the right people, and creates genuine exchange.

Makers

We are makers and advocates — people who believe in the value of things made by hand, by skilled people, with time and care. That belief is what drives every program we create.

Connectors

We are connectors — bridging international travelers with rural Japanese artisan communities that rarely receive outside visitors, or the recognition they deserve.

Advocates

We advocate for rural Japan. For craft traditions that are fragile and irreplaceable. For a different kind of tourism — slower, more intentional, more meaningful.

Builders

We build lasting relationships with artisans, communities, and travelers. Not transactions. The programs we create are designed to outlast any single visit.

Do any of these
sound like you?

Read the Curious Cases of travelers who've joined our programs — or get in touch and tell us what interests you. We'd genuinely love to hear from you.

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