Japan 2023

We came for the cherry blossoms but we missed sakura season. 😅 They bloomed early this year.

I went to Japan for 10 days with my sister Van in April 2023. My friend Sally asked for a full report and because I have a terrible memory, and Vannie and I did so many things, I thought it’d be best to write down everything — for my own benefit, and to share with Sally. To read in chronological order, start at the bottom of the page.

If you are reading this and you are not Sally, I include some context on why Japan has always had such significance for me. If you’re in need of a Tokyo tour guide, check out my friend Satoshi Nakamura. He knows of lots of off-the-beaten-track gems. His most popular offering is his Studio Ghibli tour. Contact him via his website (which focuses on his primary job, HR consulting), johnnynakamura.com. Book two months in advance!