About Season
Japan, Seen Through
Seasonal Eyes
Season was founded on a simple belief: that Japan reveals its most extraordinary self when experienced in harmony with the natural calendar.
Our Story
Who We Are
Season began as a small editorial project in Fukuoka — a city that sits at the crossroads of Japan's ancient culture and modern dynamism. Founded by a team of travel writers, photographers, and Japan specialists, we set out to create the most honest, beautifully presented seasonal guide to Japan available in English.
We believe that timing is everything. The same temple, the same mountain, the same quiet street lane — each transforms completely between March and December. Our guides are designed to help you arrive at exactly the right moment, with the knowledge to truly appreciate what you're seeing.
Based in Tenjin, Fukuoka, our small team combines deep local expertise with a passion for helping international visitors connect meaningfully with Japan's natural and cultural rhythms.
Every piece of content on our portal is written and reviewed by people who live in and love Japan — not content farms or AI generators, but real experiences from real places in real seasons.
Our Values
What Guides Us
Accuracy
Every date, recommendation, and piece of practical information is verified by our team before publication and updated each season.
Responsibility
We promote respectful, low-impact tourism — visiting during shoulder seasons, following local etiquette, and supporting local businesses.
Depth
We go beyond surface-level guides to provide genuine cultural context and the kind of knowledge that transforms a holiday into a meaningful journey.
Simplicity
We present information clearly and honestly — no clickbait, no sponsored rankings, no hidden agendas. Just good information, beautifully presented.
Our Mission
To help every visitor experience
the Japan that locals know
Japan is overwhelmingly generous to those who approach it with curiosity and patience. Our mission is to give every visitor the knowledge and confidence to move through Japan with sensitivity, awareness, and deep appreciation — at whatever time of year they arrive.
We are proud to be based in Fukuoka — a city that perfectly embodies Japan's ability to hold antiquity and modernity in elegant balance.
Get In Touch
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you
Whether you have a question about planning your Japan trip, want to suggest a destination, or are interested in working with us — our team in Fukuoka is always happy to help.
Address
4-2-1 Tenjin, Fukuoka, Japan
Response Time
We aim to respond within 2 business days (Japan Standard Time)
Languages
We respond in English and Japanese