Best of Japan

I loved this tour, not just for the beautiful sights but for how much I learned. Japan is so different from North America in terms of culture, manners, even how people move through a city. I found it fascinating. The tour guide didn’t just take us from place to place. He taught us about Shinto traditions, post-war history, Japanese etiquette (like how to bow or take off your shoes in homes), and more. I felt like I came home not just with photos, but with a better understanding of the world. We saw cherry blossoms, temples, even deer in Nara Park. Hiroshima moved me deeply. The whole trip was emotional and eye-opening, but in the best way. I’m 66, and this tour was easy on the body and stimulating for the mind. What more could you ask for?

Genuinely it was awesome. Guide spoke really good English and Spanish (our group was mixed). She even warned us about entrance lines, how to avoid crowds. Hotel in Osaka was central, we walked to Dotonbori at night. They left little luxuries—like a funicular ride, boat cruise, cable car. We didn’t worry about anything logistical, very comforting at our age to have hassle-free transfers and everything being ready beforehand.