For Travel Professionals Ready to Escape Planning Purgatory
Build Japan Itineraries in Hours
With Vetted Local Guides.
Plan. Post. Partner.
Plan by browsing our library of ready-made tours from vetted Japanese guides
and drag them into a proposal. Post your jobs so guides can bid on them.
Partner directly with your chosen guide to finalize the itinerary.
Give your clients a starting point in hours — not days.
Why the Old Way Doesn’t Work
All travel agencies lose time, money, and opportunities—while guides struggle to connect with the right partners.
Endless back-and-forth emails across time zones.
Confusing, expensive or incomplete DMC quotes.
Time-consuming guide searches and getting lost in translation.
Rebuilding itineraries from scratch every. single. time.
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500+ Reviews
Clients Satisfaction
200%
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Location
Tokyo, Japan
Date 6 Sep - 12 Sep 2025
One shared digital workspace for agents and guides.
Finding the right guides can be a challenge—agencies spend time searching, and guides struggle to connect with clients willing to pay for their expertise. Pagoda acts as the middleman, cutting through the chaos and delays, connecting you directly with the guides and clients that match your standards.
4.8 Stars
Client Reviews
500+
Guided Tours
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How it works
1. Plan you clients trip
Upload your client’s wishlist or trip outline.
2. Post, Guides Apply Instantly
Vetted experts will inform you about their availability.
3. Partner and Collaborate In Real Time
Chat, Google Meet, edit, and refine itineraries together.
4. Book & Pay In One Step
One invoice. One payment. No Processing Fee.
What Makes Us Different
Up to 75% Faster Planning
Save time without losing creative control.
Vetted Network
Every guide and DMC is rigorously screened.
White-Labeled Proposals
Export your proposal with your logo, and contact details.
Direct Agent-to-Guide Communication
You choose who you work with and speak to them directly.
Bespoke-Only Focus
No flights, no hotels (except a select few exceptional ryokans), and no group tours—only private, tailor-made journeys with Pagoda.
Two Solutions, One Goal: Your Success
Pagoda Pro & Explorer aren’t just about Japan.
Agents: Invite all your suppliers worldwide into your marketplace, turning scattered contacts into a $99/month time-saving powerhouse.
Guides: Invite past clients and leads from anywhere in the world into your marketplace, transforming scattered connections into a $149/month efficiency engine.
Ask yourself: how much is 75% of your time worth each month?
Pagoda Foundation
Perfect for getting started and testing the waters. Full access to the Japan marketplace to create custom itineraries, communicate with partners, and build unforgettable experiences—zero monthly fees, no hidden costs.
Free
Pagoda Pro
Your own marketplace. Invite suppliers worldwide, save 75% of planning and communication time, build proposals in hours instead of days, connect with the right guides, and grow the independent brand you deserve.
$99
/Per month
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Pagoda Explorer
Are you a tour guide or small tour operator passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? Whether you lead tours yourself or manage a team, Pagoda Explorer gives you direct access to travel agents around the world.
$149
/Per month
How We Help
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Independent Agencies
Stand out with our unique, high-touch trips to Japan.
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Niche Advisors
Check Out Our Tour Library — Private Tours and Custom Services Ready to Go.
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Host Agencies
Offer your community a one-stop-shop for Japan travel planning.
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Local Guides & DMCs
Get direct access to motivated agents and better collaboration tools.
why it works
Pagoda Travel isn’t another booking site.
It’s the world’s first B2B platform designed to bridge the gap between travel agents and local guides—streamlining collaboration, protecting your brand, and making bespoke travel profitable.
Be among the first to redefine custom travel.
Build Custom Itineraries in Minutes
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Kyoto & Osaka Highlights
Different Dates Available
Any Date
Kyoto - Osaka
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Cherry Blossom Trail
Different Dates Available
Any Date
Osaka - Kyoto - Tokyo
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Mount Fuji Adventure
Different Dates Available
Any Date
Tokyo - Hakone
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Temple Visit
Different Dates Available
Any Date
Osaka - Kyoto - Tokyo
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Got Questions?
We've Got Answers
Explore Our FAQ Section for Clarity and Insight!
How does the bidding process work?
When an agent posts a job, eligible guides can submit bids. Agents can review profiles, compare proposals, and chat or meet on Google Meet with the guides who will be taking care of their clients before making a decision.”
Can I use PagodaTravel for multi-destination trips?
Yes. The itinerary builder was created specifically for planning multi-stop and multi-destination trips. You can add as many locations, activities, and services as you need, and keep everything organized in one place.
How are payments handled?
All payments are processed securely through Wise. This ensures safe, fast, and reliable transactions between agencies and operators, with funds moving through a trusted global payments provider.
Do tour guides need to be licensed?
Japan does not require a license for general tour guides who provide cultural explanations and accompany guests, as the national guiding license became optional in 2018. However, a license is required for tour conductors who manage packaged group tours and handle itinerary operations on behalf of a travel agency. To maintain quality and compliance, every operator is manually vetted by our admin team before they can accept jobs.
Is there support if something goes wrong?
Yes. If you run into issues, our support team is ready to step in and help. Whether it’s a technical problem or a dispute between parties, you’ll always have reliable assistance available.
