How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in japan.

Get Connected

When you find a local who you want to take tips from or meet up with, click the connect button and start chatting with them.

Take Tips & Trips

Get the best tips and advice from locals, or plan a trip together, meet up, and let them show you around their town.
Megumi
Megumi
Connect with Megumi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Megumi to know about the hidden gems of Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Connect with Megumi to explore Taito City, Tokyo, Japan together
Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Why not enjoy a uniquely local experience in this town, long known as cultural hub?
Aya
Aya
Tokyo
I can show you around some nice places that aren't tourist traps.
Ely
Ely
Connect with Ely to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ely to know about the hidden gems of Hamagawamachi, Takasaki, Gunma 370-0081, Japan
Hamagawamachi, Takasak...
winter skiing,snowboard, hot spring, more adventures in gunma Japan and other cities
Brahim
Brahim
Connect with Brahim to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Brahim to know about the hidden gems of Tokyo
Tokyo
Hey there, fellow traveler! 🌏 As a Tokyo local, I'm here to make sure your solo adventure is noth...
Dashon
Dashon
Connect with Dashon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Dashon to know about the hidden gems of Okinawa, Japan
Connect with Dashon to explore Okinawa, Japan together
Connect and lend Dashon's vehicle or get a ride
Okinawa, Japan
I know a lot of low key bars and restaurants
Bronson
Bronson
Connect with Bronson to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Bronson's home
Tokyo
From charming streets and local markets to stunning viewpoints and cozy cafés, there’s something ...
Akira
Akira
Connect with Akira to meet up for coffee or drink
Nakano, Tokyo
I'm japanese who live in Tokyo. I love traveling, cooking home made, retro things, and i own a cl...
Rajan
Rajan
Connect with Rajan to meet up for coffee or drink
Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
Hey there! Welcome to Nagoya! I'm a solo traveler enthusiast and I'd love to meet up for a coffee...
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What GAFFL Users Are Saying
Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"

Why GAFFL is the Best Place to Meet Locals in Japan

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Japan. We have a 3-step verification process which includes social media, phone number, and valid government ID, so you can feel safe about meeting locals in Japan. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Japan together.