When focusing on a specific client base for travel, it is vitally important to really know the market you are aiming at. I believe the company I am writing to you about fall into the category of .getting it right.Magnet Tours is one of the first tour operators in Japan to focus specifically on Gay travelers. Seeking to fill a void in the market for expert advice and planning for gay and lesbian travel to Japan. Magnet Tours opened its doors in 2009 and established a U.S. office in 2010”.
They offer attractive packages that I would say are aimed at first time travelers to Japan. They plan things out in such a way that you will spend a vast amount of your time occupied with fun activities. There are opportunities for you to spend time wandering on your own, however if you a happy being guided through your stay, that option is available.
Lets take a look at their Kyoto package which is the longest currently available. It also allows you to spend time in both Kyoto and Tokyo, which is a great combo for a first visit to Japan.
Your adventure in Japan begins as most international trips do. You arrive in Narita International airport, which in my opinion is one of the easiest airports to navigate, despite its size. Your options for getting into Tokyo are basically the train or a bus. The train is cheaper, but the bus I find to be more convenient, especially if you have bags. Of course you could get a helicopter to take you into the city if you are feeling extravagant.
Once you arrive at your hotel of choice you will be given “Tokyo+Kyoto Package Kit”, which includes:
Tokyo hotel voucher
Kyoto hotel voucher
Tokyo Gay Bar Hop Tour voucher
Japanese Pop Culture Tour Akihabara voucher
Kyoto 1 day Rental bicycle voucher
MK Shuttle taxi from hotel in Kyoto to airport in Osaka
Kyoto Afternoon Tour voucher
Luggage transfer voucher
A 3,000-yen Starbucks gift card (approximately US$36) for breakfasts/cafes during your stay
A map of Tokyo & Kyoto
I won’t run you through the rest of the trip here, you can see it for yourself on the webite: Gay travel Japan.