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I did this trip last year. We spent several days at the end of the trip back in Tokyo and took the train from Kyoto. It was easy, and we bought tickets at Kyoto station just prior to departure. We ha… (View Post)

It's a very casual tour. There were a few dresses and one sports coat at the welcome and final dinner, and that's it. The only thing you should overpack is N95 masks. (View Post)

Read about typhoon season in Japan. That should help you decide. (View Post)

I did the trip in early November, so there were no heat issues to deal with. (View Post)

The walk to and around the lake through the old city is nice. Be advised that Hanoi is the least pedestrian-friendly city I've ever been to, as sidewalks are used for scooter and motorcycle parking, … (View Post)