Linda S. & Ken N. (United States)
Attended Tour: 8 Days Essence of Spring | Southern Japan - Cherry Blossom Seasonal Tour From Osaka To Osaka

Overall satisfaction:

Thursday, May 26, 2016 Updated

Our Japan tour met our expectations

Best Place Visited on the Japan Tour: Takachiho/ Good Kaisei Dinner / Dance, especially the last dance

Best Experience on the Japan Tour: Touring Kumamoto Castle and being in Kumamoto.

Want to Visit again/next time: Kofu- Takeda Jinja / Kawanakajima / Hiigata (some interesting places in Hiigata)

In certain places, guides should stay with the group and explain in detail what we are seeing and visiting as opposed to letting us roam on our own.
It would be nice if the guide also explained about the Japanese traditions and customs.
For example, how kids have to go through Juku and try to get into the best Jr High, High school, etc.
Dont visit Himeji on Sat/Sun. We would love to have gone in and looked inside

1. How would you rate the accommodations? (Comfort, cleanliness, location)

Good

Takachiho was good with shinto dance show. Dogo with Onsen

2. What did you think about the food? (Taste, variety)

Very Good

Kaiseki at Takachiho, Japanese buffet at Dogo, All lunches were very good,

3. Was the tour guide helpful? (Knowledge, communication, attitude)

Good

Story telling and explanations of places we are about to visit

4. How would you rate the sightseeing spots we have visited? (Favorite place, least favorite)