Lyn simply shares Japan with 3-7 people in Spring and Autumn.
Each trip is personalised, fully-inclusive and raises funds to support community projects via Ibaraki Rotary Club or your not-for-profit.
Most nights, we are based in Lyn & Will’s 2 little cottages, midway between Kyoto and Osaka.
Cherry Blossom Rotary Exchange
28 Apr – 07 May 2027 | 11 days
Tailored around your interests and timed to see Japan’s famous cherry blossoms. With only 6 guests over 50, we can change our plans easily and go places tours can’t go. We meet the locals, including Ibaraki & Uji Rotarians, and gain insights into the real Japan while raising funds for earthquake victims in Japan.
Spring Escape with Matt & Lyn
12 – 22 April 2027 | 10 days
A fun, personalised, trip to Japan with cousins, Matt & Lyn. for 6 fabulous friends. We will catch the end of Japan’s famous cherry blossoms, visit some famous sites and live like locals in Lyn’s 2 charming cottages midway between Osaka and Kyoto.
Profits raised will be shared equally between Ibaraki Rotary Club in Japan and South Grafton High School.
Zonta Kyneton Fundraiser
28 Apr – 07 May 2027 | 10 days
I love this time of year in Japan - comfortable temperatures and an abundance of flowers everywhere. This trip is for 6 women who want to savour things at their pace, have the convenience of a personal guide/translator, and to raise funds for Zonta’s work supporting women and children.
Autumn Fire
28 Apr – 07 May 2027 | 10 days
This trip is timed to maximise your experience of Japan’s stunning Autumn colours and includes activities with Rotarians of Ibaraki City, Osaka (& Uji City). We will spend 8 nights in Lyn’s two traditional cottages in Ibaraki, midway between Kyoto and Osaka and two nights in the Noto Peninsula, visiting earthquake survivors and seeing the work we’re helping to support.
“Lyn’s happy and caring manner ensured a holiday full of surprises from ‘off the beaten track’ to the traditional ‘Must Do’s’. A wonderful experience we will be back for more.”
About me
Hi, I’m Lyn - when I first moved to Japan in 1990, I never imagined I would end up living there for three decades. But there are a lot of things about Japan that are addictive. Today, Japan and Australia feel equally like home.
My book: Turning Japanese in 101 easy steps
I wrote this book to help guests decide which experiences they would like to have while in Japan and I adapt each trip to fulfill your wishes. Turning Japanese in 101 easy steps will also give you a lot of insight into the intricacies of life and social norms in Japan.
Our cottages
Great WiFi | Kitchen | E-bikes | Car optional
Our two cottages, “Kaeru” and “Tanuki” are part of a fascinating village midway between Osaka and Kyoto.
They back on to a bamboo forest, overlook ricefields and share a common garden.
🐸 Kaeru (Frog or return home)
Traditional, with a double bed and tatami room with two futons. It provides a wonderful glimpse into pre-1950’s Japanese architecture while being recently renovated.
🦡 Tanuki (Racoon dog)
Contemporary Japanese living, with a queen bed, 2 single bed rooms and a futon bed in a tatami room. It sits two stories high and also has been recently renovated.