It is AJTB’s intention that the company’s products and services help to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation between Japanese and English speaking cultures. See our testimonials.
The company name AJ Travel Bureau (short for Australia/Japan Travel Bureau) denotes our area of expertise and interest specialising in tours to Japan for westerners and to Australia for Japanese people. (It is also serendipitous that my initials are ‘AJ’).
I have a BA in Asian Studies from the Australian National University and extensive experience working and living in Japan for five years as a translator and interpreter. I also have a CIT Diploma of Tourism and extensive experience working in several key sectors of the travel industry in Australia and Japan, including the development and implementation of complex itineraries for up to 200 people at a time. Furthermore, I have 10 years experience as an administrator working in various Departments of the Australian Federal Government.
It seemed a logical step for me at some time to create a travel company where I could utilise skills acquired during my professional career to develop cultural experiences introducing Australians and Japanese to each other’s culture. The tours I create are unique with the aim of providing grass roots cultural insight into these two very different countries. Also, as a practitioner of several Japanese sports (including iaido, jodo, aikido and kyudo) it is my intention to assist in providing opportunities for western people to train in Japan and provide them with some valuable cultural experiences there.
To provide friendly, professional support for travel arrangements for sporting or cultural groups visiting Japan to foster a deeper understanding of Australian and Japanese society and culture. AJ Travel Bureau takes ownership and responsibility for designing, arranging and leading small group tours to Japan from beginning to end. AJ Travel Bureau aims to inspire its clients through quality tours designed to provide unique experiences and insight into Japanese culture through the facilitation of the clients chosen sport, art or cultural activity. This is achieved through one great tour at a time.
To provide cost-effective dedicated travel for recreational travellers, Japan-related sporting, cultural, arts groups, and to deepen bilateral personal, sporting and cultural understanding and appreciation.
AJ Travel Bureau is committed to:
AJ Travel Bureau (AJTB) is an independent Tour Operator specialising in travel services to Japan. Contact us today to start your adventure in Japan or for expert assistance with your business, travel or club heading to Japan.