Shizuoka

Before going, I thought the price might be a little high, but there were lots of fun things to do, like photo spots and foot baths, and the scenery was great, so I'm glad I went!

My family participated in Plan B. Our guide, Kate, was very kind and provided helpful reminders. The instructor assisted throughout the lesson and was very dedicated. We felt we spent over two hours teaching. Even as the instructor was leaving, they kept an eye on the students from a high vantage point, which made us feel at ease. The whole family was very happy at the end of the trip. Here are a few suggestions for future participants: 1. Prepare some portable food beforehand. The restaurant only opens at 11:00 AM, and we need to meet at 11:30 AM, which is too rushed. 2. If it's your first time, allow at least 20 minutes for renting and dressing. 3. If your child lacks strength or patience, they can play in the snow tub and snow. 4. Since the learning area will change frequently, only carry items that can fit in your pocket. Put everything else in the lockers. Plan ahead for your essentials (money (the largest locker is 700 yen, so prepare in advance), credit cards, and tickets). 5. I was very tired after a whole day, but I didn't sweat too much that day, and my underwear wasn't wet, so it seems I don't need to bring another set of clothes.

It was a lucky day! The weather was beautiful, and we even saw the white-capped Mount Fuji under a clear blue sky. The lingering snow along the way added to the beauty. Although only about 70% of the cherry blossoms were in bloom, they were still delicate and vibrant. Our tour guide was fluent in English, Japanese, and Chinese, and his humor made our last day of the trip very enjoyable.

Meeting in Shinjuku in the morning, the bus was very punctual, the tour guide Wanting was super nice, introduced Japan all the way, 2 and a half hours to the Yeti ski resort. Although the ski resort is not very large, the 4 ski trails are enough for beginners and intermediates to play. In the afternoon, go to Gotemba Premium Outlet, it is simply a shopping paradise! The traffic was smooth throughout, the guide was very kind, the trip was loose and not rushed, and even your luggage could be put in the car, which was really zero burden. First time to Japan to play snow + shopping, this tour is great value for money, highly recommended to friends who want to play in the snow in a day and want to shop!

I redeemed the JR Tokyo Wide Pass directly at Narita Airport this time. The process was smooth and the instructions were clear, which was a big plus as I didn't have to go to a counter in the city. For someone who had just landed and still had luggage, less travel meant less expense, so the overall first impression was that it was "friendly to beginners." 🧳🗺️ In actual use, the biggest advantage is the wide range of routes covered. Places near Tokyo like Karuizawa, Kawaguchiko, and Nikko can all be covered in one trip. 🚄 As long as the itinerary is planned in advance, taking JR trains for long distances over several consecutive days quickly recoups the cost, making it very cost-effective. Seating arrangements and transfers were also smooth, requiring minimal planning. 📍 Overall, this pass is suitable for "itinerary-oriented" travelers. Those who plan their routes in advance and focus on key destinations will benefit the most. It's not for impromptu, random travel, but as long as the direction is clear, transportation costs can be kept very low. 💡