Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: December 6, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
The Japan Travel Guy is committed to being transparent about how we earn money. This page explains our affiliate relationships and how they work.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Some links on our website are "affiliate links." This means if you click on the link and purchase a product or service, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
Our Affiliate Partnerships
We may earn commissions from the following types of partners:
Hotels & Accommodations
- Booking.com
- Agoda
- Hotels.com
- Other hotel booking platforms
Flights & Transportation
- Skyscanner
- JR Pass retailers
- Other flight comparison sites
Travel Services
- Airalo (eSIM)
- Klook (tours & activities)
- Viator (tours & activities)
- GetYourGuide
Travel Insurance & Other Services
- Travel insurance providers
- VPN services
- Other travel-related products
How This Affects Our Content
Our recommendations are based on personal experience and research, not commissions. We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe will help you have a better trip to Japan.
Affiliate relationships do not influence:
- Which products or services we recommend
- The order in which options are presented
- Our honest assessments and reviews
- The accuracy of our travel information
Why We Use Affiliate Links
Running a travel website requires significant time and resources. Affiliate commissions help us:
- Keep our content free for all visitors
- Continue creating new guides and resources
- Maintain and improve the website
- Travel to Japan to keep our information current
Your Support
When you use our affiliate links to book hotels, flights, or activities, you're supporting our work at no extra cost to yourself. We genuinely appreciate it!
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us at hello@thejapantravelguy.com.
FTC Compliance
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials in advertising.