Phenomenal cherry blossom trip 🌸
Japan | Apr 3 - Apr 13, 2026

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Jody C.
San Diego, CA | Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Thank you Ada, and all those involved in organizing an unforgettable cherry blossom trip to Japan.

Hotel Reviews
Karuizawa Hotel Longing House
Karuizawa

This was our least favorite town we visited, and our least favorite hotel. It is far from the hiking trail and the activity in the city. It had the least authentic Japanese vibe of everywhere we visited. The huge old dirty teddy bears sitting out in the rain were not a welcome greeting. The outstanding customer service we received throughout Japan was lacking in this town and this hotel. The room was fine. The breakfast was good. I would not recommend visiting this town or this hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Throw away old disgusting giant teddy bears that contaminate both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Location
There could be a free shuttle from the train station.
Staff
No one at desk, have to ring a bell and wait.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hiroshima Tokyu REI Hotel
Hiroshima
Authenticity & Character
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The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
Kyoto
Authenticity & Character
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Taoya Kisoji
Tsumago
Authenticity & Character
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Morino Hotel
Kiso
Authenticity & Character
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Onyado Nono Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Authenticity & Character
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Richmond Hotel Premier Tokyo Schole
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
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Activity Review
Half-day Tokyo Highlights: Meiji Jingu & Senso-ji Temple
Half-day Tokyo Highlights: Meiji Jingu & Senso-ji Temple
Tokyo

Naomi

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ada Huang
Ada
Ada Huang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Apr 26, 2026

Hi Jody,

Thank you again for sharing your feedback—I really appreciate it.

I’m very glad to hear that your cherry blossom trip overall was memorable. At the same time, I’m sorry that your stay in Karuizawa and at Karuizawa Hotel Longing House didn’t meet your expectations. I completely understand your concerns, especially given the high standard you experienced elsewhere in Japan.

Based on your feedback, we will no longer recommend this hotel for future trips.

Thank you again for your honest comments—they truly help us improve.

Warm regards,
Ada