Travel brings people together
AI is a tool, people are the purpose. A place to discover the purpose of your journey.
Value Proposition
I believe that people who use WOW U are those who seek intrinsic value. While leveraging AI to efficiently gather information and add value to travel is, of course, possible, WOW U provides added value to your journey through interactions with local residents and exposure to their opinions.
In an era where information is readily available anytime and anywhere, WOW U delivers value that can only be experienced through traveling to the actual destination.Rather than information anyone can obtain, WOW U offers experiences that are unique to you—gained by being on-site and sharing moments with local people.
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- Encounters with People
- By meeting a guide who lives in the area, you can use that guide as a hub to meet and connect with even more people. For those who believe that the essence of travel lies in ‘encounters with the people who live in the region,’ this will be a unique, life-changing experience like no other.
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- Essential Culinary and Cultural Experiences
- Culture matures through the region’s climate, natural environment, and the people who live there. To truly grasp the essence of culture, it is not superficial experiences but connections with the people involved and the experiences gained through them that are most important.
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- Dedicated Concierge
- Travel is something that excites you from the moment you start planning. What maximizes that excitement is information from local people. Beyond just web-based information, you can receive personalized recommendations from locals that cater specifically to your preferences.
How to Use WOW U
Please select the purpose of your journey that is closest to your intention.
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・The essence of travel lies in encounters and conversations with local people.
・When you look back on past journeys, it’s the faces of the people you met that come to mind.GUIDECultivating human connections. Every destination has local people with their own stories; take a trip to meet them.
Find a guide
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・Experience tours recommended by a team of local professionals, rather than ordinary, cookie-cutter tours.
ORGANIZATIONCultivating human connections. Every destination has local people with their own stories; take a trip to meet them.
Find a guide
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・The purpose of travel is to experience the local cuisine of each region.
・I want to enjoy local dishes while having conversations with residents.
・I want to learn about the lives of locals and even step into their homes.HOME VISITDiscovering Japanese culture through food is best achieved by enjoying home-cooked meals in a typical household.
Find a HOME VISIT
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・I want to experience original tours created by guides.
・Rather than joining tours that many people experience, I want to customize and enjoy tours tailored to my own interests and preferences.ACTIVITYExpand your horizons by interacting with diversity. Take a look at guided tours on which you can connect personally with the guides and have truly extraordinary experiences.
Find an activity
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・I want to visit Japan, especially to deeply enjoy places outside of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
・I’ve searched websites, but they are only in Japanese. Still, I really want to go.ONLINE PLANNINGWe provide personalized information tailored to you that cannot be found through SNS, search engines, or AI.
Find an online planning
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・I want to find popular tourist attractions, hidden gems, and well-known spots.
・I’m interested in Japan’s history, traditions, and cultural landmarks, such as temples, shrines, and festivals.SPOTOpen the door to the real Japan. Browse unique and intriguing spots around the country that will surpass your imagination.
Find a spot
What is EXest,
the company behind WOWU?
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The Best Team -
A group of passionate professionals driving innovation and excellence. Stay tuned as we reveal the team behind our global success.
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Awarded in Asia -
Selected as one of the Top 10 Startups in Japan 2025 by Startupcity APAC and featured on the cover of the magazine.
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Welcoming Global Talent -
We actively welcome international interns and have hosted over 60 participants from abroad to date.
Getting Started with WOW U
Simple Usage
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Make use of WOW U
Search for the information you need from five tabs such as Guide, Organization, and HOME VISIT. Perform text searches or apply filters to access the information.
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Contact via the message button.
Contact via the message buttons or request buttons available on each page.
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No account registration required.
By entering your phone number, there’s no need to input a cumbersome ID/PASS. Communication via SMS is available.
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Make a Payment
Once you’ve decided on a plan, complete the payment via the payment URL sent to you by SMS. After that, enjoy an amazing experience with people who might just change your life!
General Use
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1
Make use of WOW U
Search for the information you need from five tabs such as Guide, Organization, and HOME VISIT. Perform text searches or apply filters to access the information.
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Contact via the message button.
Contact through the message buttons or request buttons available on each page.
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Account Registration
Enter your name, email address, and password. An authentication email will be sent to the registered email address; click on it. You can manage various experiences in a list format.
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Make a Payment
Once you’ve decided on a plan, complete the payment via the payment URL sent to you by SMS. Even if you make multiple bookings, you can manage everything centrally in the dashboard. After that, enjoy an amazing experience with people who might just change your life!
Join the WOW U Community
Share your passion and culture with travelers from around the world. Create meaningful connections and earn income doing what you love.
Become a Guide
Share your local knowledge and help travelers discover hidden gems while contributing to your local economy.
What you'll get:
- Earn ¥3,000 - 12,000+ per hour
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life
- Make meaningful cultural connections
- Special plan with POCKETALK AI translation support
Become a Host
Open your home to travelers and share authentic cultural experiences through cooking, crafts, and local traditions.
What you'll enjoy:
- Earn ¥5,000 - 30,000+ per experience
- Host comfortable from your own home
- Unexpected encounters beyond imagination
- Build lasting international friendships
Comments from WOW U
The best way to use WOW U is to explore local culture through HOME VISIT and create unique activities with a guide. Your experience could inspire someone’s new adventure anywhere in the world.
HOME VISIT is your gateway to the region. Over a meal, ask locals for hidden gems, from must-visit spots to unique souvenirs. Immerse yourself in the community to truly experience the culture and create unforgettable memories.
We believe that such experiences will enrich your life. While the number of people you can meet in a lifetime is limited, WOW U aims to maximize those connections and enhance their value.
In a world where it’s possible to live without interacting with others, we believe that the value of connecting with people is more important than ever.