Destination Partners
Built on Local
Partnerships
We cover all of Japan, but our strength lies in collaboration with local communities. Heartland Japan staff in each region work closely with local DMOs, suppliers, and guides to create and operate tours. We prioritize partnerships that provide our guests with authentic experiences beyond ordinary sightseeing.
Tohoku Region
Akita Inbound Tourism Association
Local DMO supporting community-based tourism and cultural preservation in Akita Prefecture.
Tsuruoka Tourism Bureau
Promoting Shonai region's food culture, Dewa Sanzan mountain pilgrimage, and rural heritage.
Michinoku Coastal Trail Association
Managing Japan's longest coastal hiking trail along the Sanriku Coast recovery region.
Kansai & Kii Peninsula
Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau
Official partner for Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route management, trail maintenance, and guide services.
Ise Shima Tourism Convention Organization
Coordinating cultural experiences, accommodation, and local guide services around Ise Grand Shrine.
Nachi Katsuura Tourism Association
Supporting travel around Nachi Falls, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and the coastal hot spring towns.
Shikoku
Shikoku Tourism Bureau
Island-wide tourism coordination for the 88 Temple Pilgrimage and adventure activities.
Iya Valley Community Association
Preserving vine bridges, thatched-roof farmhouses, and traditional mountain village life in Tokushima.
Shimanto River Tourism Association
Eco-tourism along Japan's last undammed river — canoeing, cycling, and local food experiences.
Kyushu
Kunisaki Peninsula Tourism Association
Spiritual trails, stone Buddha statues, and the unique Rokugo Manzan temple culture of Oita Prefecture.
Yakushima Eco-Tourism Association
UNESCO World Heritage island — ancient cedar forests, guided trekking, and environmental conservation.
Aso Geopark Tourism Association
Active volcano experiences, grassland hiking, and agricultural community stays in Kumamoto.
Become a Partner
Are you a local DMO, guide service, or accommodation provider? We're always looking for partners who share our commitment to authentic, community-based tourism.
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Curated small-group and private tours across regional Japan.
