Go JAPAN by TravelJoy

asia's most unfortunate traveler

This is Sharlene. She's a Visual Artist - she enjoys getting inspired by sights all over the world and loves creating beautiful things. She's also Asia's Most Unfortunate Traveler!

meet sharlene

If your answer is yes, you could win a trip to Japan!

Maybe you’ve caught a hacking cough. Or maybe your luggage got swept away in a surprise flash flood. No matter how unfortunate your story, send it in and stand to win a trip to Japan*! You’ll be protected by SOMPO throughout your journey, no matter what your trip throws at you. What’s more, you’ll get to star in your very own travel diary!

Maybe you’ve caught a hacking cough. Or maybe your luggage got swept away in a surprise flash flood. No matter how unfortunate your story, send it in and stand to win a trip to Japan*! You’ll be protected by SOMPO throughout your journey, no matter what your trip throws at you. What’s more, you’ll get to star in your very own travel diary! *Terms and Conditions Apply

*Terms and Conditions Apply

Vote for your favourite
and send him/her to Japan!

The power is in your hands. Vote for your favorite
unfortunate traveler and send him or her to Japan! But not to worry, he/she’ll be fully protected by SOMPO
throughout his/her journey, no matter what his/her trip is like.

Who is Asia's Most Unfortunate Traveler?

Watch this space to find out whom you'll be voting for!

Help us choose Asia’s Most Unfortunate Traveler:

Tap on each finalist to find out more about their unfortunate travel story and vote for your favourite. Voting closes on 10 Nov!

Tell Us Your Unfortunate Travel Story in 3 Easy Steps!

step 1

Tell us what your name and email address is.

step 2

Tell us your story and send us a picture of you in your unfortunate situation.

step 3

Submit your story and stand a chance to win!

let's go!

SOMPO presents Go JAPAN Travel Guide

Help Sharlene plan her trip to Japan and make it a joyful one. Contribute a tip to the guide, and you’ll stand a chance to win flights for 2 to Japan and a pair of passes to Universal Studios Japan*. Check it out

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Go JAPAN TravelJoy Promotion

A comprehensive plan tailored for travelers visiting Japan, Go JAPAN by TravelJoy also includes other benefits including:

Cashless medical visits in Japan
Free translation hotline
24-hour emergency assistance in Japan
Exclusive Japan Travel by NAVITIME app features
Free data on WAmazing SIM

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Asia’s Most Unfortunate Stories

Read more unfortunate stories all over Asia. And if you have an unfortunate travel experience, we’d love to hear from you too!