Japan Travel Review: Tokyo, Knife & Sword Making, Bar Hopping, Sumo Experience, 18-Night Vacation

Review by traveler

Robert V.

11.27.2022

General Info

Traveler Review

Which Country (Countries) did you visit on this trip?

Japan

Your overall comments on the trip and the travel company:

Overall a very good trip! Excellent guides and accommodations!
Himanthi at this travel company did an outstanding job of matching me up with attractions that were of interest to me. Some I knew about and suggested and others she pointed out. Any problems or concerns were promptly and professionally addressed.

What were the most enjoyable or memorable parts of your trip?

I really enjoyed the experiences where I could interact with the locals and craftsmen. Really enjoyed the knife and sword making, the bar hopping and the sumo experience. All were very enjoyable and enlightening! Really enjoyed some of the museums that would not be part of most group tours.

If you could take your trip again, what would you do differently?

I would book more guide time in Tokyo. Biggest source of stress was navigating the Tokyo metro. The stations are very crowded and while there is English used, I usually wanted more. I never could find an app that was of much help. I'm from the US where, for the most part, trains are not a thing, so I'm really not used to how these systems operate. Figuring it out took a little time.

Travel Company Comments:

Thank you Bob for taking the time to write a lovely review. Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and the guided tours along with the experiences. I am glad we could make it happen after one year! It was a pleasure putting together the itinerary for you and making the arrangements. All our guides were extremely happy to meet you as well. Thank you so much for using our services.
I am sorry there wasn't any user friendly Tokyo Metro App we could suggest for you in Tokyo. Hoping there will one we could suggest, if you plan another holiday to Japan in the future and of course add more assistance tours in Tokyo.
Best Wishes,
Himanthi