H.I.S. (OTCMKTS:HISJF) Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based travel agency established in 1980 by Hideo Sawada. Originally focused on outbound package tours from Japan, the company has since expanded into one of the country’s largest travel service providers. It trades over the counter in the United States under the symbol HISJF, reflecting its ambition to reach a broader international clientele and to support Japanese travelers abroad.
The company’s primary activities include planning and selling packaged tours, arranging airline reservations, booking hotels, and coordinating cruise travel. H.I.S. operates both retail outlets and an extensive online platform that allows customers to customize itineraries, access promotional fares, and book group travel. It also provides inbound tourism services for foreign visitors to Japan, offering guided experiences, local transportation, and cultural excursions designed for leisure and business travelers alike.
Beyond conventional travel services, H.I.S. has diversified into hotel and resort development, theme park management, and technology-driven travel solutions. The firm owns and operates hospitality properties in Japan and overseas, collaborates with local governments on tourism initiatives, and invests in travel‐related startups. Digital endeavors such as online marketplaces, mobile applications, and virtual tour offerings underscore its commitment to innovation and customer engagement.
H.I.S. maintains a presence in Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania through a network of branches and affiliate offices. Its leadership team, headed by founder and chairman Hideo Sawada, continues to pursue global expansion, strategic partnerships with airlines and hotel chains, and sustainable tourism practices. Under their stewardship, H.I.S. aims to adapt to evolving market trends and reinforce its position in the competitive international travel sector.
