Japan Unseen: 2 Weeks of Cherry Blossoms, Exploration, and Local Adventures!🀩✨

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Shreya

Guided trip
What's special?
special πŸ•οΈ Camping Opportunity
special 🀝 Networking Events + Local Expertise
special 🎁 Surprises
This will be my 5th trip to Japan, and I'm more excited than ever! 🀩 My journey began back in April 2018 when I spent a month in Beppu, a hidden gem away from the usual tourist spots. That experience ignited my love for Japan - its culture, people, and endless surprises! 😍 Over the years, I've had the privilege of exploring this beautiful country in-depth, thanks to my friends who've been living here for the past 7 years. Japan is a perfect juxtaposition with contrasts that coexist in a unique and intriguing way: 🏯 You can immerse yourself in Kyoto's centuries-old temples, then zip to futuristic Tokyo and dive into the buzzing Shibuya crossing - all in just a little over two hours, thanks to the high-speed Shinkansen! πŸš„πŸš„πŸš„ πŸ™‡ Japanese people are incredibly polite and respectful, bowing to greet you. But don't be surprised to find Akihabara's vibrant anime and gaming culture, which is also home to the largest sex shop in the world!!! πŸ”žπŸ”žπŸ”ž 🏯 Osaka's ancient Osaka Castle coexists with cutting-edge robotics at the Robot Restaurant. It's a place where tradition meets the future! πŸ€– In two weeks, I want to curate the best experiences that balance all the touristy stuff with the refined charm of this gorgeous island country! 😍 The itinerary here is flexible and customizable based on the group's preferences. πŸ˜‡ We'll spend most days together until early evening, with weekday evenings free for relaxation, recharging, or exploring on your own! I'm happy to share what I know and offer tailored options based on your preferences! πŸ˜ƒπŸ₯‚ After you book, I'll ask you a few questions to personalize the common experiences and provide you with suggestions for your free time! What's included: 🏑 Accommodation πŸ€Όβ€β™€οΈ Activity fees and entry tickets to common experiences πŸ₯ͺ Breakfast 🀠 A Crash Course in Japanese 🀝 Local Community + Networking Opportunities in Tokyo A few things to keep in mind: 🎫 Buy a JR Pass - it's excellent value for money and lets you travel freely across major lines! 🍱 Due to different dietary restrictions, I can only include breakfasts. However, I'm happy to provide a list of recommendations for fantastic food spots! πŸ•οΈ Camping activity depends on the group size and availability. Here's what I'll be up to during our adventure together: βœ”οΈ Keeping everyone safe, happy, and healthy (Reminder: We're all adults here, so make sure you're responsible for your fun! πŸ˜„) βœ”οΈ Planning awesome activities, finding comfy places to crash, and making sure everyone is well-fed. βœ”οΈ Making sure our travel plans go off without a hitch – from getting in to jetting out. βœ”οΈ Helping you plan your free time activities. βœ”οΈ Being your travel buddy, entertainer, and trusted guide! I could go on writing because I'm so excited to lead this trip! 😍 Ready? Book now and join me on this unforgettable adventure to witness cherry blossoms in Japan! It's going to be one of your best travel experiences ever, I promise πŸ™ŒπŸŒŸπŸ—ΊοΈ

I'm a digital entrepreneur based in Paris, who's currently rebranding and exploring new possibilities as a creator and storyteller! In the last 7 years, I've been to Β±30 countries and have traveled solo to more than half of these places. Consequently, I ended up making friends for a lifetime in all these beautiful places 😍 After having spent a decade working in media, fashion, and events as a MarkComms expert, I made a conscious decision to redefine what work means to me. And by that definition, work = play that pays! πŸ˜‰ Since the time I posted this trip, I : 🏝️ Lived in Bali for 6 weeks! πŸ•Ί Produced and hosted my podcast: Bye The Rules. It's on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ€ Lived between Paris & London to explore the underground music scene (I'm also a part-time DJ! πŸ™ƒ) 🎊 Traveled to Morocco to work at the OASIS Fest where I ended up meeting the most beautiful people in my life! πŸ₯Ή ⏭️ Spent 3 weeks in Seattle & San Fransisco, to figure out my 'next move' in life & business I guess that's a lot about me in one go, and I'm happy to share more in person, when you JoinMyTrip! πŸ˜ƒ If you're still reading this, I would LOVE to have you on my trip and I'm so eager to know more about you.. 😍

🏨 April is the busiest season in Japan; a lot of good options run out quick! I've booked shared accommodations for our trip. While I've aimed for individual beds to the best ability, some places may require sharing due to availability. If you have concerns or need different arrangements, please contact me directly for a comfortable experience. πŸ™Œ

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Digital Entrepreneur based in Paris. Currently rebranding myself as a Creator, Podcast Producer and a DJ! 🀩

2.6 based on 5 reviews

Cristina

3/5
What is the best way to start? Most of it has already been written by the other group members. I will try to give as neutral an assessment as I can. I think the most important thing is that Shreya is a very caring person who has made an effort and tried to create something good. I definitely wanted to emphasize this. However, I must honestly admit that I probably had different ideas or expectations of this trip. I will try to comment on this. My expectation was that my guide would be familiar with the areas we visited and that we would visit places/sights together. I was well aware that we wouldn't be out and about all day, but that we would at least set off together and do things together until the afternoon. I wasn't aware that there would be 6 of us (4 men and 2 women) sleeping in one room for the whole trip, sometimes on the floor or couch (so that we don't have to share 1 double bed and thus maintain a certain intimacy) with only 1 toilet and 1 shower. I thought for 2000€ / 2 weeks (mainly the accommodation was provided, 2 meals together and about 40€ for entrance fees) we deserved better as everyone works hard for their money. I am very disappointed... as sorry as I am (as Shreya is a lovely person) but I would never recommend JoymyTrip to anyone. Rather the opposite... I would strongly advise against it
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Trip Itinerary
1

Tokyo

Day 1-5
Day 1 - Tokyo Arrival - Touch down in Tokyo! πŸ›¬ - Dive into Shibuya's bustling energy. Day 2 - Modern & Traditional Tokyo - Tokyo Tower's epic views! πŸ—Ό - Ancient vibes at Asakusa's temples. - Sip tea, Japanese style! 🍡 Day 3 - Nikko Day Trip - Explore Nikko's nature and history. - Back to Tokyo for some nightlife! πŸŒƒ - OR we can rent a camper van and camp under the stars with a small BBQ! 😍 Day 4 - Tokyo Offbeat - Quirky Harajuku street fashion! πŸ‘— - Get your Ghibli on - visit the Ghibli studios! πŸŽ₯ - Late-night street eats in Omoide Yokocho.
2

Kyoto

Day 5-8
Day 5 - Kyoto-bound! - Hop on the Shinkansen to Kyoto. πŸš… - Fushimi Inari's orange gates! 🍊 - Meet geishas in Gion. πŸ‘˜ Day 6 - Kyoto's Golden Beauty - Golden Pavilion and tranquil gardens. 🏯 - Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - Instagram alert! 🌿 - Treat yourself to Kaiseki. 🍱 Day 7 - Zen & More Kyoto - Zen meditation vibes at a private Japanese mediation class πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ (can be replaced with another interesting activity) - Kiyomizu-dera's stunning views. 🏞️ - Gion streets come alive at dusk. πŸŒ†
3

Osaka

Day 8-9
Day 8 - Hello Osaka - Day trip to Osaka! πŸ™οΈ - Osaka Castle and Dotonbori food frenzy. 🍒 - Night back to Kyoto Osaka also has Universal Studios, which is a great experience. However, there isn't much to do in Osaka apart from what I've mentioned; Kyoto is a far richer experience - which is why we do only day trips to Osaka.
4

Nara

Day 9-11
Day 9 we're back in Kyoto - Nijo Castle's historical magic. 🏰 - Philosopher's Path strolls. 🚢 - Yuba, anyone? Let's try some authentic Japanese tofu skin πŸ₯’ Day 10 - Nara Day Trip - Nara's friendly deer gang! 🦌 - Explore Todai-ji. 🏯
5

Hiroshima

Day 11-13
Day 11 - Hiroshima Adventure - Day trip to Hiroshima. ✈️ - Peace Memorial Park and Okonomiyaki feast. 🍽️ Day 12 - Kyoto Vibes - More Kyoto wonders! 🎎 - Artsy experiences up for grabs. 🎨 (Hiroshima is also a day trip from Kyoto, and we will return at night)
6

Tokyo

Day 13-14
Day 13 - Back to Tokyo - Shinkansen back to Tokyo. πŸš„ - Ueno Park's museums and art. πŸ–ΌοΈ - Final Tokyo shopping spree! πŸ›οΈ Day 14 - Farewell Japan - One last look around Tokyo. πŸ™οΈ - Head home with epic memories! 🏑
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Camping & Hostel & Hotel & Apartments & Bed & Breakfast & Other
14 days trip
Tokyo, Kyoto & 4 more
Transportation
Train
Questions and Answers

Hey, would it be possible to come 2-3 days later? According to the planning, you'll be in Tokyo for ... Read More

Absolutely! Another one of our tripmates is joining later, so I've moved around things to accommodate for late arrivals! I've sent you my WhatsApp in your inbox. Let's connect there and get you sor... Read More

Do you already have a plan for exactly when and where you will meet on 02.04.24?

Hi, yes - we meet directly at the accomodation because people are landing at different times. If you need, I can organise airport transfers for you separately 😊

Hi shreya, Is it possible to participate even if you don't want to go to Hiroshima?

Hey Cristina! Thanks for your question. We are not going to Hiroshima. [ am unable to make edits to the original version of the itinerary. The confirmed cities are Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and depending ... Read More

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