Travel should never come with barriers.
A new way to travel and experience sign language, made by Deaf people.
Travel and sign-language experiences across Japan,plus online Japanese Sign Language classes.Experiences everyone can enjoy with confidence,connected through sign.
Connected by sign — a journey through Japan.
Adventure Map
Your Japan adventure map
Tours & JSL classes
Tokyo Old Town
Tokyo Old Town Walk & JSL Café Workshop
¥35,000
/ group of 1–4 · tax incl.
Hakone Art & Views
Hakone Art & Scenic Views
¥35,000
/ group of 1–4 · tax incl.
Fuji & Fruits
Mt. Fuji Views & Seasonal Fruit Picking
¥35,000
/ group of 1–4 · tax incl.
Deep Culture
JSL & Deep Culture
¥8,000
/ person · tax incl.
Express JSL
Express JSL
¥5,000
/ person · tax incl.
Custom Order
Custom Order
Ask us
Why choose Routrip
Travel created by Deaf people, connected through sign. A special journey, brought to you by Deaf people.
Typical tours
100% Deaf-led
✓
✕Rarely
Guides fluent in sign
JSL · IS · ASL
✓
✕Interpreter, if any
Text-based support before, during & after
Email / Instagram
✕Phone calls
Deaf-friendly cafés & shops on the route
✓
✕None
Small groups
Up to 8
20–40
Hearing friends & family welcome
✓
✓
0
sign languages
0
Deaf guides
0%
Deaf-led
0
business days to reply
New!
TokyoOld Town
Day trip · 7–8 h
Explore Tokyo’s shitamachi (old town) around Asakusa together with a Deaf guide. The historic sights you would miss without an audio guide are explained in sign and with visual materials — no reading required. Then we settle into a Deaf-run café or rental space for a 90-minute JSL & Deaf Culture class: “this one, please”, “the bill”, “how much?” — the Japanese signs you will actually use on your trip, taught with fun.
- 01Local Deaf guides
- 02Hands-on JSL & culture
- 03Deaf-friendly café
Our mission
Mari & Manae
I’m Deaf, born in Kyoto and currently living in Tokyo. I’ve had the pleasure of guiding many people over the years. I love meeting new people and learning about different cultures and ways of life from around the world! And of course, I LOVE food too! 🤤 I’m also a huge cat lover and live with five cats! 🐈 【Things I Love】 Traveling, shopping, milk tea, cute things, cats, and manga I’d love to chat with you in International Sign while exploring Japanese culture, delicious food, and fun places together! 🫶🏽 I’ll do my best to make your trip to Japan a fun and memorable experience that makes you think, “I’m so glad I came to Japan!” Let’s enjoy Japan together! 🤟🏽
Hi! I’m a Deaf native from Saitama, Japan. I lived in the U.S. for 4 years and have traveled to 26 countries so far. Through my global travels, I’ve experienced how amazing it is to connect with local Deaf communities and dive deep into their cultures. 【Things I Love】 Traveling, manga, anime, and good food! I’m currently obsessed with Chiikawa (my favorite character is Usagi! YAHA! 🐰✨). I’m here to help you create unforgettable memories and connect with Japan through Sign Language. I hope you’ll fall in love with Japan even more! Pre-trip online JSL lessons are also available to get you ready. I can't wait to see you in Japan!🤟
Why we started Routrip
When I traveled abroad, my most cherished memories were always the moments I met local Deaf people.
Times when we connected directly through sign language and smiles. The travel guide was offered directly by Deaf locals.
I want Deaf travelers visiting Japan to have this exact experience.
Routrip (Rou / Deaf + Trip) is a 100% Deaf-led travel guide service. All of our travel tours and classes are delivered by us, in sign language, through our own Deaf lens.
Come and see our Japan, together with us.
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Deaf life in Tokyo, JSL mini-lessons and tour days — @routrip.jp
