Japan - Spring 2017

[chiaro di Luna]

Never thought I'd do this, but I have booked two lie flat business seats to Japan for next Spring! I was watching Air Canada flights for about a month when the two seats priced out at less then the cost of one. It's been a long time since I got this kind of deal.
My return flights are: YYZ-YVR, overnight in hotel at airport &
YVR-NRT .
3 nights in Tokyo
I'm researching the Japan Rail Pass for 7 days
Then go from Tokyo-Kyoto
Daytrips by train from Kyoto for 3 days
Bullet train to Yokohama-1 night
Ship for 8 nights
1 night Narita
1 night Vancouver

Any suggestions, websites, photos, advice is appreciated.

 

[chiaro di Luna]

Well, I'm hoping for some input, advise of any kind as my trip draws near. I'm about to purchase my Japan Rail Pass, and am researching what to see in Tokyo, Kyoto, Yokohama and the ports of call. Any ideas?

 

[JustTravel]

No ideas from me but let me ask a friend who is from Yokohama but came to the US as a twelve-year old and who is also planning a another return trip to Japan this spring.

 

[Sluggh]

I blogged from Tokyo in 2014 and can add only that you're in for the most absurdly welcoming destination you can imagine. Best retail and restaurant experiences in the world, hands down.

 

[JustTravel]

My friend has no specific suggestions. She said that there are too many things to do and she is having a hard time choosing. She is doing her research online and narrowing down places to see during their short visit.

 

[flennie]

For Tokyo, don't miss Asakusa. It's a more traditional neighborhood than the rest of Tokyo. Go to Shinjuku at night to see the glaring neon lights - it's really amazing. There are also the Imperial Palace, Tsukiji fish market (good place to get sushi), Ameyoko shopping street in Ueno. There are just too many sights to name all. Tokyo is HUGE.