We very much enjoyed our trip. Narumi was truly unflappable. She did an excellent job managing our group.
The highlights for the kids were the digital museum and Nara. Those were probably my top two sites as well. The screens at Nijo Castle were also a highlight.
The Palace Hotel was exceptional. The rooms were first rate and the service was excellent. We also found the service at the Hyatt in Kyoto to be excellent. My mother also enjoyed the Four Seasons. Her room had a view of the garden and pond, which she really enjoyed.
In terms of restaurants, the Chinese place in Kyoto was the best Chinese restaurant I’ve ever been to. I majored in Chinese in college and have spent time in China, so this is high praise coming from me! The food was very flavorful and the atmosphere was perfect. The last dinner at the Japanese restaurant was a wonderful experience.
We were very grateful to have had Narumi’s capable assistance during our trip. She bent over backward to accommodate us and did an excellent job. The drivers were also very good, especially our driver in Kyoto.