Aichi / Inuyama
A Castle Town with Living Traditions
Discover Inuyama Castle, kimono, samurai armor, and calligraphy through hands-on experiences.
WANO KUNI — LOCAL STORIES OF JAPAN
Discover the Japan
Few Travelers See.
WANO KUNI uncovers local culture, landscapes, and stories across Japan—and turns them into journeys that stay with you.
LOCAL
STORIES
SHARED
STORIES
SHARED
About us
Go Beyond
the Familiar.
The most memorable Japan is often found beyond the famous sights.
It lives in quiet streets, seasonal food, traditional crafts, and the stories shared by local people.
From Aichi, Gifu, and Osaka to communities across Japan, WANO KUNI turns authentic local life into meaningful travel experiences.
The rising sun and cherry blossoms represent Japan's living culture and the connections that grow from local communities to the world.
Our brands
One Company.
One Travel Brand.
WANO KUNI develops the vision. HIDDEN JAPAN brings it to life.
Company
WANO KUNI
Our company discovers local resources, develops ideas, shares stories, and builds partnerships.
HIDDEN JAPAN
Our travel brand guides visitors to lesser-known places and authentic cultural experiences.
Places
Local Stories,
Across Japan.
Every region has its own character. We create journeys that respect each place and connect today's destinations with the stories still waiting to be discovered.
Growing routes across Japan
Osaka / Minoh
Daruma, Nature, and Good Fortune
Meet the countless daruma of Katsuoji Temple, where mountain scenery and wishes come together.
Gifu / Next story
Mountains, Rivers, and Local Wisdom
We are developing new journeys inspired by Gifu's landscapes, crafts, and ways of life.
Experiences
Travel That Feels
Truly Local.
Castle towns, bamboo forests, temples, calligraphy, and craft—each experience brings you closer to the people and spirit of a place.
How we work
Made Locally.
Shared Globally.
Find What Makes
Each Place Special
We work with local people to uncover culture, knowledge, and stories rooted in everyday life.
Shape It into a
Memorable Journey
We design thoughtful, sustainable experiences that respect the story behind each place.
Share It with
Travelers Worldwide
We bridge language and culture so each destination can be understood and appreciated.
Company
Local Stories.
Meaningful Journeys.
Creating lasting connections between travelers and local communities.
WANO KUNI plans and operates inbound tours and cultural experiences in partnership with people across Japan.
We value travel that goes beyond sightseeing—time that reveals the history, character, and people behind each destination.
- Company name
- WANO KUNI Co., Ltd.
- Travel brand
- HIDDEN JAPAN
- Services
- Inbound tours / Cultural experiences / Local partnerships
- Regions
- Aichi / Gifu / Osaka / Expanding across Japan
Partner with us
Let's Create
Something Meaningful.
We welcome conversations with local businesses, communities, cultural practitioners, and travel partners about new experiences, partnerships, and storytelling.
Contact details will appear here once the inquiry channel is connected.
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