Bella was amazing! She planned a detailed it...
Japan | Oct 15 - Oct 30, 2026

J
Julia H.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2026

Bella was amazing! She planned a detailed itinerary for us in less than two weeks. We added complexity with a lot of changes to the plan, and she adjusted the itinerary quickly, usually within 24 hours. Communication with her via the portal was easy, and she got back to us quickly on changes and questions we had. The trip gave us a varied view of Japan. She filled our days with a variety of tours including cultural, historical, and market visits. We would highly recommend Bella and Kimkim to anyone planning a trip to Japan. The knowledge she provided in terms of locations, hotel selection, and places to visit was invaluable.

Activity Reviews
Guided Tour in Tokyo:  Temple, Sumo Show and Anime Adventure
Guided Tour in Tokyo: Temple, Sumo Show and Anime Adventure
Tokyo

Sky Tree and Temple were amazing. Sumo show was hit or miss - half the group loved it, other half felt it was a little cheesy. Electronics market was cool, but most in the group had no interest in Anime.

 Explore Tokyo's Rich Heritage: Tsukiji Outer Market,Imperial palace,Sushi Making Class, Shibuya crossing & Michelin Tempura by public transport
Explore Tokyo's Rich Heritage: Tsukiji Outer Market,Imperial palace,Sushi Making Class, Shibuya crossing & Michelin Tempura by public transport
Tokyo

Great day. Sushi making was better than expected and enjoyed by all.

Discover Kyoto's Timeless Treasures by public transport: A Guided Tour of Culture, Cuisine, and Charm
Discover Kyoto's Timeless Treasures by public transport: A Guided Tour of Culture, Cuisine, and Charm
Kyoto

Amanda was a great guide. Sake tour was interesting, but a long travel for a relatively short visit. Great opportunity to taste a variety of Sakes. Temples were fantastic and lunch was great. Group was very tired by the time we hit Gion, so didn't enjoy it as much as we should have - but beautiful.

Hakone Adventure: Exploring Mt. Owakudani and Majestic Landscapes  in Public Transportation
Hakone Adventure: Exploring Mt. Owakudani and Majestic Landscapes in Public Transportation
Hakone

Great tour. Enjoyed all parts of this - train, boat, gondola, and eating our egg.

Refined Kanazawa & Shirakawa-go Day Tour: Market Flavors & Iconic Thatched Farmhouses  (Private Guide & Public Transportation)
Refined Kanazawa & Shirakawa-go Day Tour: Market Flavors & Iconic Thatched Farmhouses (Private Guide & Public Transportation)
Japan

Kenji was great, best guide of the trip. Views from Shirakawa were amazing, and the thatched farmhouses were interesting to learn about. Shirakawa was a quite a bit more commercial than we expected but we had a great lunch at one of the restaurants

Afternoon Culinary Adventure at Nishiki Market and Tea ceremony
Afternoon Culinary Adventure at Nishiki Market and Tea ceremony
Kyoto

Tea ceremony was really cool. We all really enjoyed dressing up in Kimono's and the presentation was great.

Local specialist: Bella Wu
Bella
Bella Wu
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Nov 07, 2026
Dear Julia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and incredibly kind words! ❤️ It truly means a lot to me! It was an absolute pleasure helping you and your family plan this special journey. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the variety of experiences Japan has to offer, from its fascinating culture and history to its vibrant markets and beautiful destinations. Thank you again for your trust and for recommending me and Kimkim. Your appreciation is the greatest reward for all the... Read more

Dear Julia,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and incredibly kind words! ❤️ It truly means a lot to me!

It was an absolute pleasure helping you and your family plan this special journey. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the variety of experiences Japan has to offer, from its fascinating culture and history to its vibrant markets and beautiful destinations.

Thank you again for your trust and for recommending me and Kimkim. Your appreciation is the greatest reward for all the care and effort that goes into planning each journey.

I hope the memories you made in Japan will stay with you for years to come, and I would be absolutely delighted to help you plan another adventure someday!

Warmest wishes,
Bella ❤️