About SushiyamaTravels
A travel blog turned boutique travel agency in Chicago — crafting authentic journeys with a playful, culinary-minded spirit.
Our Story
SushiyamaTravels began as a personal travel journal sharing immersive trips, memorable meals, and warm local encounters. Founder Sushiya Yamamoto turned that passion into a boutique Chicago agency focused on thoughtful, well-paced itineraries — from weekend city escapes to extended cultural journeys.
We combine on-the-ground recommendations, culinary discoveries, and practical planning so you arrive as a curious traveler rather than a checklist-runner. Whether you want a food-forward route through Japan, a slow-exploration weekend in the Midwest, or seamless family travel logistics, we handle the details so you can focus on the experience.
Based in Chicago, we collaborate with a curated network of local guides, boutique hotels, and trusted partners worldwide to deliver authentic, responsible travel.
Curated Itineraries
Personalized day-by-day plans tailored to your interests — culinary routes, cultural highlights, and off-the-beaten-path discoveries.
Bookings & Logistics
Flights, accommodations, transfers and local guides booked with a focus on value, convenience and a seamless travel flow.
Small Group & Private Tours
Intimate, expertly guided experiences that prioritize authenticity and meaningful local engagement.
Why Travelers Choose Us
- Local knowledge with blogger-style curiosity — recommendations grounded in real trips and relationships.
- Attention to detail: we plan logistics so your trip runs smoothly without feeling scripted.
- Responsible travel: we partner with providers who respect local cultures and environments.
- Flexible, friendly service — great for first-time planners and seasoned explorers alike.
Ready to start?
Schedule a complimentary planning call and let us tailor a trip you’ll remember.
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Meet the Founder
Sushiya brings years of travel writing and practical trip-planning experience. Her approach is simple: listen first, curate second, and leave space for serendipity. She loves markets, trains, neighborhood cafés and the conversations that turn a place into a memory.
Based in: Chicago, IL