Affiliate Disclosure
Last Updated: March 7, 2026
Other Planet Japan (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a participant in several affiliate advertising programs. This page explains how these programs work and how they may affect your experience on our Site.
How Affiliate Links Work
Some of the links on OtherPlanetJapan.com are affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and make a purchase or booking, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay remains exactly the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the website.
Our Affiliate Partners
We participate in affiliate programs with the following companies and platforms:
- Accommodation & Travel Booking: Expedia, Rakuten Travel, Stay22
- Tours & Activities: Klook, KKday, Viator, GetYourGuide
- Transportation: JRPass, Yamato Transport
- SIM Cards & Connectivity: Airalo, Holafly, Japan Wireless
- Shopping: Amazon.com
- Travel Services: Travelpayouts
This list may be updated as we join or leave affiliate programs.
Our Editorial Independence
Affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. We only recommend products, services, and experiences that we believe provide genuine value to travelers visiting Japan. Our recommendations are based on firsthand experience, thorough research, or both.
We will never recommend a product or service solely because it offers a higher commission. If we feature something on this Site, it is because we believe it will genuinely improve your experience in Japan.
Why We Use Affiliate Links
Affiliate commissions help us cover the costs of running this Site, including hosting, photography, travel research, and content creation. This income allows us to continue providing free, high-quality Japan travel information to our readers.
FTC Compliance
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255). We are committed to transparency about our affiliate relationships.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, please feel free to contact us.