We are trying to decide where to go next year for vacation and my first choice will be Japan.
Has anyone been to Japan and can recommend places to go? Do you go with tour? I would prefer not to go with tour but I heard that Japanese speaks little english (and I speak no Japanese). Do you stay in Ryokan? Did you do the communal bath? Kabuki? tea ceremony? Festivals? I am researching this on the internet but was wondering if anyone can recommend "off the beaten path" places/activities?
Also do you remember how much you spent daily for food, acommodation, transportation, etc? Did you rent car or use public transportation? I probably would prefer to take public transportation.
If you can, please recommend economical options since I am cheap.
Thanks.
Jane
Has anyone been to Japan and can recommend places to go? Do you go with tour? I would prefer not to go with tour but I heard that Japanese speaks little english (and I speak no Japanese). Do you stay in Ryokan? Did you do the communal bath? Kabuki? tea ceremony? Festivals? I am researching this on the internet but was wondering if anyone can recommend "off the beaten path" places/activities?
Also do you remember how much you spent daily for food, acommodation, transportation, etc? Did you rent car or use public transportation? I probably would prefer to take public transportation.
If you can, please recommend economical options since I am cheap.
Thanks.
Jane