Joshua Lassman-Watts · Japan Fixer & Concierge · 16 Years in Tokyo

45 minutes with someone who is actually on the ground.

A focused conversation about your Japan travel history, what you're looking for next, and whether Connections or a bespoke itinerary is the right fit. Honest recommendations. No obligation. A clear follow-up within 48 hours. Joshua brings 16 years on the ground, the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2024, and features in National Geographic and The Guardian.

Most people arrive at this call after they've exhausted the usual research — the travel blogs, the agency proposals, the forum threads — and still have the sense that the Japan they're imagining is slightly out of reach. That instinct is usually correct. The gap between what you can find yourself and what's actually possible is exactly where this kind of relationship operates.

The call isn't a pitch and it isn't a general consultation. It's a conversation about your specific situation: where you've been, what you've already experienced, and what you're trying to access next. I'll tell you honestly whether Connections makes sense, or whether something more specific would serve you better.

What the call covers

  • Your Japan travel history — what you've seen, what landed, what felt like a miss
  • The experiences you're trying to access on your next visit — specific or still forming
  • Whether Connections membership or a bespoke itinerary is the right structure for you
  • An honest assessment of what's achievable and what requires more lead time
  • Any specific questions — a restaurant, a region, a type of experience you've been looking for

Who it's for

  • Repeat Japan travellers who want access beyond what standard luxury operators offer
  • Those seriously considering a Connections membership and wanting to understand if it fits
  • Anyone planning a significant trip — a milestone occasion, a long stay, or a return that needs to be different

How it works

  • Duration: 45 minutes. One-to-one, by video. Enough to cover your situation properly.
  • Before the call. A short note from me a day or two ahead with a few questions about your trip. The call starts where it matters, not with background.
  • After the call. Within 48 hours, a follow-up with a clear recommendation — Connections, a bespoke itinerary, or simply the newsletter for now — plus any specific suggestions from the conversation.

Book Your Call — $100

Choose a time that works

Select a slot below. All times are shown in your local timezone. I'm based in Tokyo (JST), so early morning or late evening slots work well across European and US timezones. Payment is taken at the time of booking.

If you go on to join Connections, the $100 is credited toward your membership.

A note on fit: This call is best suited to those who travel to Japan regularly or are planning a significant trip and want on-the-ground expertise. If you're planning a first visit or are working within a more modest budget, the free newsletter is a better place to start.