We had a fabulous time during our 15-day trip...
Japan
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Apr 24 - May 8, 2025

We had a fabulous time during our 15-day trip to Japan! The trip was planned and coordinated by local specialist Shona. She did a great job in planning the trip the way we wanted (including all the train reservations). We visited Tokyo (5 Nights), Kyoto (5 Nights), Matsue (2 Nights) and Osaka (2 Nights). In Tokyo and Kyoto, we had several private full day trips to points of interest as suggested and planned by Shona. Our local tour guides Yumi (Tokyo) and Yuji and Ken (Kyoto) were all great in explaining the importance of the sites we visited. In Matsue and Osaka, we chose to do the sightseeing on our own but followed suggestions from Shona. The selected Hotels in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka met our expectations. In Matsue we chose to stay at a Ryokan which provided a great cultural experience with Japanese traditions including the prefixed Japanese style dinners). If anyone is planning a trip to Japan, I would highly recommend Shona as your local travel specialist.
Hotel Reviews
Great Location. Delicious breakfast spread
A tastefully designed hotel
An excellent Japanese Ryokan. Not much English spoken here. On site natural hot spring water Onsen. Highly recommended for cultural experience.
Great Hotel lobby with multiple on-site restaurants. Delicious breakfast spread

I’m absolutely delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your trip to Japan—honestly, your happiness brings me even greater joy! Thank you sincerely for recognizing the efforts of both myself and our driver/guide team. It was our privilege to be part of your journey.
I truly hope fate brings us together again in the future—it would be my pleasure to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience.
Best Wishes for ever
Shona