Osaka & Nara
Japan | Apr 20 - May 3, 2025

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Aline D.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on May 04, 2025

Eleanor took care to arrange our trip full of tours we requested. She also checked in during the trip to make sure we had everything we needed. We especially loved our tour guides in Nara.
Thank you!

Hotel Review
Osaka Tokyu REI Hotel
Osaka

Breakfast was amazing. We got a room with 1 bed that was definitely too small for 2 people.

Authenticity & Character
Hotel was clean & modern, but not special
Location
Close to transportation
Staff
Helpful and caring
Cleanliness & Comfort
Small beds, get a room with 2 beds if you're sharing
Activity Review
Exploring Yoshino: A Journey through Mount Yoshinoyama and Historic Temples
Exploring Yoshino: A Journey through Mount Yoshinoyama and Historic Temples
Nara

Our guide was wonderful, knowledgeable & interesting. She clearly knew all about the area and had great lunch recommendations. Yoshino is beautiful & peaceful in the off season.

Quality of Experience
It was beautiful & our guide was lovely
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Comfortable clean ride
Local specialist: Eleanor Chen
Eleanor
Eleanor Chen
Local specialist in Japan and China | Replied on May 04, 2025

Hi Aline,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to me to hear that you enjoyed your trip, and I’m so happy to know the guides in Nara and Yoshino left a positive impression. It was a pleasure planning your journey and staying in touch throughout—I always want to make sure everything goes smoothly.

I’m especially glad that you had a peaceful experience in Yoshino, and that the local food recommendations hit the mark! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever plan another trip to Japan—I’d love to help you again.

Warmest regards,
Eleanor