Our trip to Japan was, by far, the most enlightening and enjoyable holiday I have ever been on.
The organisation was made easy thanks to the continued help and advice of the Japan Centre. From booking ryokans to advising us on cultural etiquette, their team's advice proved invaluable.
The trip itself ran smoothly all the way through, even though we spoke shamefully little Japanese. Everyone we came across helped us and ensured we got from A to B without a hitch, and always with a smile and lots of enthusiasm. We met many people along the way, made friends with ryokan owners and random strangers who were keen to practice their English, and fell in love with Japanese food, Japanese culture and, most of all, Japanese people.
I would go back to Japan in a heartbeat and have already convinced many of my friends to make it their next adventure as well.