Gary and Elizabeth ★★★★★
AnimeJapan | Highlights of Japan (TYO) 9 DaysOne of the best experiences was at the Robot Restaurant
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Taka K. ★★★★☆
Anime Japan Tour | Tokyo 6 DaysThe meals were flavorful and very good
Nicholas A.(United States) ★★★★★
Golden Route of Japan | Anime 9 DaysOveall very good experience! My only suggestions would be for the tour guide to slow down so we can enjoy more fully. Also, having the bus for the entire trip would have been better than using the rail pass. Thank you!5
Tatiana C.(United States) ★★★★★
Golden Route of Japan 7 DaysI was on a tour for the first time in Japan and I really liked the whole experience. Our bus driver Sato was simply excellent! Always on time, providing us smooth, safe, and comfortable rides. He is very coursefull and causious driver. Thank him very much! I liked such experiences like tea ceremony, rickshaw ride, and lunch with Maiko because they were very personal and touched us deeply!
Taina R.(United States) ★★★★★
Golden Route of Japan | Anime 9 DaysThank you for the experience, the tour made my first time in Japan. Very enjoyable!
Sherilyn S.(United States) ★★★★★
Golden Route of Japan | Anime 9 DaysI really enjoyed this tour overall as a "highlights" view of Japan. It would have been nice to spend more time in certain areas, but considering how much we were able to see, I can understand the timimng on certain days or area. If'd also have been neat if provided on how to get around dining our free time (ie. buying a train ticket, suggestions of restaurants, etc.). I'd recommend this japan tour to a friend.
Brian ★★★★★
Japan Cherry Blossom Tour - Essence of Spring 6 Days (from Tokyo to Osaka)Great food. Hiro was excellent, knowledgable and very helpful
Shelley ★★★★★
Japan Cherry Blossom Tour - Essence of Spring (from Tokyo to Osaka)We loved every day of our tour! Hiro was professional, knowledgeable, warm and friendly. The Grand Nikko hotel was excellent in every way. The other accommodations were okay, but not as comfortable. All the activities were well chosen. We especially enjoyed the teppanyaki lunch, the cliff side setting, the rikshaw through the bamboo forest and deer park. All the activities were very interesting and family friendly, which we appreciated. I know that food is an important part of the cultural experience but we did not enjoy some of the traditional Japanese meals. Perhaps at these meals it would be possible to include options that were friendlier to a Western palate. My kids walked away pretty hungry a couple days and that’s hard with an active schedule. Overall, this tour was a fantastic way to experience Japan!
Marie ★★★★★
Japan Cherry Blossom Tour - Essence of Spring 6 Days (from Tokyo to Osaka)It was our first time to visit Japan. We were happy about the places that we were able to visit in four short days. The first and last day were just arrival and departure days. It was great to be able to experience the culture firsthand. Overall it was a good and satisfying trip.
Anthony ★★★★☆
Grand - Cherry Blossom Seasonal Tour Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)Generally the tour was good, Cherry Blossom on second half was perfect. One comment, lunch is too near breakfast & should be replaced by evening dinner. Some days were with Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, too much time eating, lunch could be eliminated.
Yomaris ★★★★★
Japan Cherry Blossom Tour - 9 Days Essence of Spring | HiroshimaAll the locations were fantastic, Our guide went above and beyond to accommodate my soybean, avocado allergies, was extremely knowledgeable and was so attentive to details, very respectful Hideki San!. Everything was great except for the hotel dormy inn which deserves 1 star.
Csrla ★★★☆☆
Japan Cherry Blossom Tour - 9 Days Essence of Spring | HiroshimaWhen I booked the tour I requested a 4 stars hotel, but expect for Tokyo and Hiroshima was 3 and even 1 star hotel ( Dormy Inn was definitely the worst: not clean, very old, very bad smell in the room and so poor breakfast) in Kurashiki I was very, very disappointed for that, i didn’t dare to take a shower for the condition of the bathroom.) The amount That we paid wasn’t for such a cheap accommodation.Regarding the tour I should advise to skip the Edo Museum, there isn’t to much to see over there. While more time should be given to other more Interesting places in Tokyo and some Placeces in Hakone. Mr Hideki, our guide, was excellent and only because he was able to smooth all the tour was done in professional way. Also the driver, Mr Ito, was always ready to facilitate any need of all of us.
Michelle R. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: This is very hard to decide-Amuse Museum, Sashiko Museum, Kubota Art Museum, Indiago Dye at Aizenkobo. Best experience had in Japan: I love the hands on workshops, paper making, shiibori, stenciling, a sashiko experience would also be fun. And I loved every time and place we got to see how things are made. Any place went to visit next time: It was an excellent trip and I loved every minute of it. My only criticism is I think the group was slightly too large.
Joyce P. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: We loved the Illumination, Asakusa, Hoto - I can’t pick one. Best experience had in Japan: Dying the scarves in the Shidori work shop, Kimono fashion show and shopping the streets with local vendors and flavors. Any place went to visit next time: The Imperial Palace, the Thousand Gates in Kyoto. We were initially disappointed after a long and frustrating trip to travel to Japan that we were on our own to find our way to the hotel. Hiroko was waiting to welcome us at the hotel with a word of welcome and a snack, so that eased some frustration. Having more information prior to coming regarding Luggage allowances and transfer would relive a lot of anxiety when changing to another.
Martha S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: The Quilt show, The Sashiko Museum Best experience had in Japan: Hiroko & Shun provided entertainment, safety and generosity with time and gifts Any place went to visit next time: As overall tour of Japan I had a ball this group was perfect, helpful and friendly. I’m 78 years old and had a bit of problem with stairs but I received help & encouragement from every body they made my trip traveling alone wonderful.
Rosemany S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Quilt Show, Ichiku Kubota, Amuse Museum Best experience had in Japan: Final dinner, workshop, bus talk & Hiroko Any place went to visit next time: Didn’t have time to go to fish market in Tokyo . Would liked more time at Noritake, light show and would be interested in the extended tour of Kawashima textile Museum. Thank you for the diary!
Betsy V. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Shibori Museum, Amuse Museum, Kubota Art Museum & Aizen Kubo, Koito weaving – stage Curtains Best experience had in Japan: Watching people work, and learning about their trades. Any place went to visit next time: More sightseeing, historical sights not necessarily about textiles This was an excellent trip. I would be happy to talk to prospective clients about the trip. It would have been easier with a smaller group. It’s nice that there is an option to extend the trip. One day earlier in Tokyo. Took a fish market tour. Plan to go other sights in Kyoto.
John L. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Kyoto Shishu Restoration Studio – being able to observe close-up the works. Aizen kobo – the opportunity to meet Ken-ichi Utsuki & see his work. Best experience had in Japan: The farewell dinner with the maiko. The opportunity to find so many unique fabrics I wouldn’t be able to get at home. Any place went to visit next time: Almost everything we went on this tour – it was great! Although a few stops were limited in the amount of time allowed, I wouldn’t want to subtract anything from the tour, to accommodate more time somewhere else. Considering distances, traffic, etc. I think the itinerary we had was well thought out and provided a number of once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you, Hiroko! The farewell dinner with the maiko was wonderful, truly a unique experience. Thank you for arranging for us – and I can say I’ve played a drinking game with maiko! I’ll never forget that. Touring with quilters is fun!
Agusta E. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Kubota Art Museum Best experience had in Japan: Shibori Workshop Any place went to visit next time: Ninenzaka + Temples
Kathy H. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: The quilt festival, amuse, Sashiko Museum, Kubota Museum, Textile Museum, Fish Market Best experience had in Japan: Quilt festival - So many! Any place went to visit next time: Japanese Garden Should have shipped everyone luggage to Kyoto even they have 2 pieces. Nowhere in materials did you say that only 1 bag would be covered. I would have liked a more formal intro to everyone in the group by name. I have a hard time talking to everyone & learning names. The welcome tea party was ok but I ended up sitting with people I knows & I have still never sat with some members at the group and I don’t know their name for sure.
Mai H. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Ichiku Kubota Museum Best experience had in Japan: Shibori Museum made our own shibori. Any place went to visit next time: Country side close to mount Fuji.
Roger S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: The illumination Best experience had in Japan: The farewell dinner Any place went to visit next time: Fushimi Inari Shrine
Maureen S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Quilt Show & Sashiko Museum Best experience had in Japan: Visiting so much different shops, Museum, etc … Any place went to visit next time: Fushimi Inari Shrine
Carol ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Quilt festival & Ichiku Kubota Museum. I enjoyed all of the places we visited. Kyoto Shishu Restoration Studio was a favorite Best experience had in Japan: Nabanano Sato illumination, making paper at Ozuwashi Any place went to visit next time: I appreciated having the video on Ichiku Kubota before we arrived at the museum. It would have been helpful to have some more background on some of the other places we visited and tips about what to look for. Some of the information we received from Japan Deluxe tours before the trip was very helpful. It would have been helpful to get information about what qualified for tax relates, need to have passport with for tax relate, etc
Cathy D. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Such a great variety! Loved it all. Best experience had in Japan: The most fun was the scarf dying. Loved the small specially techniques we got to learn about. Any place went to visit next time: Have been on many things with guides. Hiroko was one of the best!!!! Can’t wait to come back and see even more of Japan! More time at illumination!
Diane F ★★★★☆
commentBest place visited in this tour: Amuse Museum & Sensoji Temple Best experience had in Japan: Illumination in Nabanano Sato Any place went to visit next time: Beautiful gardens Pre-stay in Tokyo – We went to imperial Garden, Tokyo sky-tree for shopping. We also took the train to Harajuku for people watching.
Catie M. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Quilt Show Best experience had in Japan: Silk scarf Any place went to visit next time: The large temple in Kyoto. The first day, I would have liked to start earlier at the Quilt Show rather than wait for the welcome tea. The earlier start I was able to get on Sunday was so much less crowded. Day2 afternoon on the subway was too much changing of subways. Perhaps a bus to the one stop we needed to get to? On bus to the location.
Judy S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Quilt Festival Best experience had in Japan: Shibori, scarf was so fun Any place went to visit next time: Onsen More time in the Asakusa area. Having Sanshiro was a real plus. He was always helpful and cheerful. If more than one connection, maybe bus rather than subway train. Some people had a difficulty with stairs at the station. More time at the illumination
Christian B. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: All the places. Loved the crafts Best experience had in Japan: Meeting the people. Any place went to visit next time: Not sure. This was my first tour! Loved it will do again. The final Dinner was so much fun!
Judith S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Kubota Museum + Ozu Washi Best experience had in Japan: Shopping in TokyuHands + Buying special order name stamps. Any place went to visit next time: Kubota Museum, Nippori Fabric town, Asakusa, Ozuwashi Even better experience in Tokyo than last year. Loved the addition of Ozu Washi! Great to experience non-fabric related activity also. So sad to hear Amuse Museum is closing. It was a little gem. Thinking again to Hiroko for making my trip a special memory Quilt excursion. You are the best! Appreciate what you do and effort you made.
Daunnie Y. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: The Quilt Show Best experience had in Japan: The Quilt Show Any place went to visit next time:? Our farewell Dinner & time with the Maiko was a perfect finish to our trip. It was fun and educational. Delightful!!!
Bob C. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Tokyo, Kyoto, Himeji Caslte, Edo Museum Best experience had in Japan: Being exposed to Japanese culture and history Any place went to visit next time: Have not decided yet Outstanding tour by JDT. Mr. Keigo made the tour outstanding thank you very much. Our bus driver was polite, courteous, and professional. We felt very safe while riding on the tour bus.
Elizabeth S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: (I am not done with the tour yet, but so far it was the Deer Park) I am, very much looking forward to visiting Hiroshima! Best experience had in Japan: I was pretty excited about riding the bullet train! Any place went to visit next time: I would need to do some research Our bus driver Kenji was outstanding!! The bus was very comfortable, always clean, and kept cool in the heat. There were NOT enough "Wi-Fi Hotspots" on the bus to accommodate everyone. It's first-come, first-serve and no one gets off it! (This would be my only negative comment) I will highly recommend Japan Deluxe Tours as everything was so easy and seamless to do in planning this trip. Yoshihiro in the LA office was extremely helpful with the entire planning process, and the JDT website is terrific and user-friendly.
Warren O. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Akihabara Best experience had in Japan: Going through all the railways and no cars Any place went to visit next time: Kyoto Animation
Bongchim K. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Shibuya Crossing Best experience had in Japan: Music, Culture, Museum Any place went to visit next time: Northern Japan
Sandy J. ★★★★☆
commentBest place visited in this tour: Ghibli Museum in Mitaka City, Tokyo Best experience had in Japan: Robot Restaurant Any place went to visit next time: Gundam Base Tokyo Overall, I had a wonderful experience. Our guide, Keigo, was extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make this a great trip for us. I couldn't be happier with the sights we visited and the food we got to enjoy. I would highly recommend this tour to my friends and family.
Kozo T. ★★★★☆
commentBest place visited in this tour: Nara & the Japanese Tea Ceremony Best experience had in Japan: Being able to eat good food you can't get in the U.S. Any place went to visit next time: Hokkaido & Okinawa Suggestions: Especially on hot days, perhaps have bottles of water available on the bus. Let people know how long each ride is so they can schedule bathroom breaks.
Jessica T. ★★★★☆
commentBest place visited in this tour: Nara Deer Park (because I love animals!) Best experience had in Japan: Seeing my husband's culture and making new friends Any place went to visit next time: Osaka, Hiroshima, just other areas in Japan in general. Hokkaido, Okinawa. Lots of things packed into a few days, it was nice to be carefree and have someone else plan things out and provide transportation.
Dyan G. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Akihabara Best experience had in Japan: There are so many! I liked learning the history of all of Japan! Any place went to visit next time: I want to come back to Hiroshima Thank you! It was a wonderful tour! Everything was great!
Hiskey Family ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Hard to have a best. Each place was unique. Did appreciate the combination of Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park. Best experience had in Japan: Experiencing a ryokan and using hot-springs/ walking through different parts of Tokyo. Bullet train was a great experience. Any place went to visit next time: Fushimi Inari Shrine to walk the entire route We thought the balance of traditional sites and pop culture sites was well balanced. An excellent trip for families with teenagers. Kazu was a superb tour guide. We always felt we were in excellent hands. He is a true treasure. Very Thoughtful.
Philip B. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Hakone Yumoto Hotel Best experience had in Japan: Hot Springs Resort Any place went to visit next time: Hiroshima The tour was wonderful. I believe Kazu-san made this trip even more of a gem.
Vincent & Cheryl ★★★★☆
commentBest place visited in this tour: Kyoto (Geisha District) and Kiyosumi Garden Best experience had in Japan: Tea Ceremony and Ryokan Any place went to visit next time: North of Japan
Ryan J. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: My favorite was the Onsen/Hakone area. Best experience had in Japan: Most likely soaking in the bathhouse and staying in the traditional room. Any place went to visit next time: Next time I hope to see Hokkaido & Hiroshima. Overall, I really enjoyed the tour & would recommend it highly to anyone wishing to come to Japan.
James M. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Shinjuku Best experience had in Japan: Experiencing all the forms of culture from rural + urban areas Any place went to visit next time: I think all the places I wanted were covered. I don't have any suggestions. Everything was well suited to my tastes and enjoyable.
Niamb S. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Itsukushima Shrine/Miyajima Best experience had in Japan: the Onsen Visit Any place went to visit next time: an overnight stay in Osaka to see the aquarium. Fantastic tour that got so much in during the tour days we had. Yayoi made the tour with extra stories and tips whenever we asked. Great trip and memories. We will recommend this to everyone & would love to return on another tour.
Cormac T. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Asakusa Temple Best experience had in Japan: Japanese cuisine was excellent Any place went to visit next time: Osaka An excellent tour package that I will highly recommend to both family & friends.
Brian I. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Lost Village Best experience had in Japan: Taking the Shinkansen (Bullet train) to Fushimi Any place went to visit next time: Northern Japan Our driver was excellent. Very safe.
Helen I. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Golden Pavilion/Itsukushima Shrine Best experience had in Japan: Ride on Shinkansen Any place went to visit next time: Hokkaido, Okinawa Our driver was excellent, felt very safe.
Trevor M. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: Peace Park/Shibuya Crossing Best experience had in Japan: People who helped me Any place went to visit next time: Himeji Castle/Sumo Thank you - you have a wonderful country.
Beverly M. ★★★★★
commentBest place visited in this tour: So pleased to actually see Mt. Fuji Best experience had in Japan: Trying all the different food Any place went to visit next time: Himeji Castle/Sumo/More time in Tokyo I have really enjoyed your beautiful country.