Luxury
Experience
&
Local
DMC
Services
We work as your destination management company (DMC) in Hida Takayama: a single exceptional experience, a fully bespoke itinerary, or every detail on the ground handled from first enquiry to final departure.
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Our Experience
One and only experiences in this regions
Our established network of local partners opens doors to exceptional private experiences. Built for travellers who expect a higher level of service and access.
1
Our Experience
One and only experiences in this regions
Our established network of local partners opens doors to exceptional private experiences. Built for travellers who expect a higher level of service and access.
1
Our Experience
One and only experiences in this regions
Our established network of local partners opens doors to exceptional private experiences. Built for travellers who expect a higher level of service and access.
2
Experience Creation
Designed ony for your customers
We build original experiences around your clients' interests and itinerary, drawing on our local relationships and network of specialists.
2
Experience Creation
Designed ony for your customers
We build original experiences around your clients' interests and itinerary, drawing on our local relationships and network of specialists.
2
Experience Creation
Designed ony for your customers
We build original experiences around your clients' interests and itinerary, drawing on our local relationships and network of specialists.
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DMC Services
On-the-ground support, end to end
Itinerary design, accommodation, transportation, guides, dining, and reservations. We manage the logistics and guest support so you don't have to.
3
DMC Services
On-the-ground support, end to end
Itinerary design, accommodation, transportation, guides, dining, and reservations. We manage the logistics and guest support so you don't have to.
3
DMC Services
On-the-ground support, end to end
Itinerary design, accommodation, transportation, guides, dining, and reservations. We manage the logistics and guest support so you don't have to.
What
Makes
Us
a
Reliable
Partner
We are a locally based partner that brings business rigor to working with international travel professionals.
Local Roots
Based in Takayama, with a deep understanding of Hida: its people, culture, geography, seasons and producers.
1. Local Roots
Based in Takayama, with a deep understanding of Hida: its people, culture, geography, seasons and producers.
Local Roots
Based in Takayama, with a deep understanding of Hida: its people, culture, geography, seasons and producers.
Trusted Networks
Our relationships with local businesses, artisans and specialists open access to experiences that are difficult to arrange independently.
2. Trusted Networks
Our relationships with local businesses, artisans and specialists open access to experiences that are difficult to arrange independently.
Trusted Networks
Our relationships with local businesses, artisans and specialists open access to experiences that are difficult to arrange independently.
Operational Excellence
We coordinate every detail locally and provide reliable on-the-ground support throughout the journey.
3. Operational Excellence
We coordinate every detail locally and provide reliable on-the-ground support throughout the journey.
Operational Excellence
We coordinate every detail locally and provide reliable on-the-ground support throughout the journey.
International Standards
We understand the expectations of international luxury travellers and the operational requirements of professional travel companies.
4. International Standards
We understand the expectations of international luxury travellers and the operational requirements of professional travel companies.
International Standards
We understand the expectations of international luxury travellers and the operational requirements of professional travel companies.
Coverage
Area
Our base is in Takayama, but our DMC services extend the central Japan.
Through our trusted network of local partners, we can arrange travel, experiences, accommodation, transportation, and other services.
Our base is in Takayama, but our DMC services extend the central Japan. Through our trusted network of local partners, we can arrange travel, experiences, accommodation, transportation, and other services.
Hida Takayama
Historic old town & surroundings
Hida Takayama
Historic old town & surroundings
Hida Takayama
Historic old town & surroundings
Furukawa
Quiet town, 15 minutes from Takayama
Furukawa
Quiet town, 15 minutes from Takayama
Furukawa
Quiet town, 15 minutes from Takayama
Shirakawa-go
UNESCO World Heritage village
Shirakawa-go
UNESCO World Heritage village
Shirakawa-go
UNESCO World Heritage village
Kamikochi
Alpine valley, Northen Alps
Kamikochi
Alpine valley, Northen Alps
Kamikochi
Alpine valley, Northen Alps
Gero Onsen
One of Japan's three great hot springs
Gero Onsen
One of Japan's three great hot springs
Gero Onsen
One of Japan's three great hot springs
Matsumoto
Castle town, gateway to the Alps
Matsumoto
Castle town, gateway to the Alps
Matsumoto
Castle town, gateway to the Alps
Nakasendo Trail
Historic post road through the mountains
Nakasendo Trail
Historic post road through the mountains
Nakasendo Trail
Historic post road through the mountains
Tsumago-juku
Preserved Edo-era post town
Tsumago-juku
Preserved Edo-era post town
Tsumago-juku
Preserved Edo-era post town
Hakuba
Mountain resort, Northen Alps
Hakuba
Mountain resort, Northen Alps
Hakuba
Mountain resort, Northen Alps
Custom destinations
Other Japan Alps destinations upon request
Custom destinations
Other Japan Alps destinations upon request
Custom destinations
Other Japan Alps destinations upon request
Tomoa Ishihara
Founder & CEO of Four Circles Japan, Inc.
After working at global tech companies in Tokyo for 10 years, I returned home to build a company rooted in the people and relationships of Hida Takayama.
Partner
Hub
Full pricing, product catalog, and operational details. Everything in one place.
Full pricing, product catalog,
and operational details. Everything in one place.
Access requires partner authorization.
Please email info@takayamaandbeyond to request.
Partner
Hub
Full pricing, product catalog,
and operational details.
Everything in one place.
Access requires partner authorization.
Please email info@takayamaandbeyond to request.
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©2026 FOUR CIRCLES JAPAN, INC., All rights reserved.
©2026 FOUR CIRCLES JAPAN, INC., All rights reserved.