The story behind SENA

For centuries, travelers have looked to the stars to find their way. There is something we have always loved about that idea — looking up, finding a point of light, and trusting it to lead you somewhere new.

That thought became SENA 星那.

“星” means star, while “那” is a character often found in Japanese place names. We chose the two together to carry a sense of direction, place, and discovery — finding your way towards somewhere you may not have known before.

It also reflects the way we work.

We specialise in creating cultural experiences for the luxury market in Japan, working with travel companies, hotels and brands to bring to life what they want their guests to experience.

Sometimes that means finding the right person or place. Sometimes it means opening a door that is not usually easy to find. And sometimes it is simply understanding what a partner wants their guest to feel, and helping make that possible.

Japan has so much to discover beyond what is immediately visible. The people we meet, the stories behind a craft, a place with no sign on the door — these are often the things that stay with us.

SENA is our way of helping people find them.


Our founder

SENA was founded by Anna Nagae, a luxury travel designer whose career has centred on creating highly personal journeys in Japan.

Born to a Japanese father and Canadian mother, Anna grew up between two cultures. Her father’s family was in the kimono trade, and she has practised the Way of Tea for over twenty years.

In the tea room, some utensils have been treasured for centuries. Yet Anna often thinks about the flower. A treasured object can be passed on. A flower cannot. It fades, and that exact flower, in that exact moment, will never exist again.

There is value in what lasts. But there is also value in what happens only once.

That idea sits at the heart of SENA. We create cultural experiences shaped by the people, places and traditions of Japan, with attention to the small details that make a moment feel personal.

Today, SENA works with travel companies, luxury hotels, brands and regional partners to create experiences for their guests, bringing together local knowledge, trusted relationships and a deep understanding of Japanese culture.


Company Profile

Company Name
SENA & Co.,Ltd.


Founder & Representative Director
Anna Nagae


Registered Address
3F, 5-4-16 Hiroo
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0012
Japan


Corporate Number 

8011001178569


Travel Services Arranger Registration Number

21029


Telephone
+81-3-6403-0389