I was on a 18-day trip to Japan, and Joshua made my trip to Japan absolutely remarkable! Joshua took us beyond the touristy spots and showed us all of Japan. It felt like I had an insiders perspective which made it all so much more enjoyable. These personal experiences made my trip truly memorable, and I owe it to the insightful suggestions of Josh, not only our guide but our friend.
A wonderful introduction to Japan [Ancient and Modern] This trip balanced history with ultra-modern culture. At one point, I started the day with a traditional bath at our ryokan, then we visited the snow monkeys and by evening we were in the centre of Tokyo's night life. The last week of March was cherry blossom time in Kyoto but early April was too late for most of the blossom in Tokyo: I guess you can't have everything! Also bear in mind Mount Fuji's modesty: I've now visited Japan twice but haven't caught the slightest glimpse.
We enjoyed every minute of it. It combined a wealth of opportunites to get closer to an understanding of the Japanese view of life with many of the 'must see' sites. Add to that the exposure to a fantastic cuisine and a great bunch of fellow travelers, and what more could you ask for?