Babe I spoke to Mum about my idea for the holiday trip next year.
Ur coming to visit Korea?
Yes and Japan…
Nice! I’ll be there to show u around.
I doubt it…
No no. I’ll block off everything.
What if it clashes with fashion week?!
I’ll send a body double.
LoL… okay… anyway…
U don’t believe me?!
Ummm… it feels very unrealistic…
It’s not tho! I’ve already got a roster of them 😈
Lol… anyway…
I’m gonna try CoPilot as a travel agent…
Oh? 👀
Hmmm… it took a bit more back and forth clarification but how about this…
Thanks for clarifying, Nicole—that changes the rhythm beautifully. Let’s make this a gentle, culturally rich, and mobility-friendly itinerary for you and Mum, with Kyoto’s grace, Mt. Fuji’s serenity, and Seoul’s warmth. I’ve designed this with minimal transfers, scenic comfort, and plenty of rest built in.
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🗓️ 7-Day Japan & Korea Itinerary (Elderly-Friendly)
🇯🇵 Day 1: Arrive in Kyoto
– ✈️ Fly into Kansai International Airport (KIX)
– 🚗 Private transfer to hotel in Gion or Higashiyama (quiet, walkable)
– 🍵 Evening: Light stroll to Yasaka Shrine + dinner at a traditional restaurant with tatami seating and back support
🏯 Day 2: Kyoto Culture Day
– 🛺 Morning: Fushimi Inari Shrine (use taxi to avoid uphill walk)
– 🍱 Lunch: Kaiseki-style meal with seasonal ingredients
– 🌸 Afternoon: Gion District—geisha spotting, tea house visit
– 🛏️ Optional: Tea ceremony experience with seating accommodations
🌿 Day 3: Arashiyama & Bamboo Grove
– 🚐 Private half-day tour to Arashiyama
– 🏞️ Visit Tenryu-ji Temple (wheelchair accessible paths)
– 🚣 Optional: River cruise or scenic train (Sagano Romantic Train)
– 🍰 Afternoon: Relax at a café with garden views
🗻 Day 4: Mt. Fuji Retreat
– 🚅 Shinkansen to Mishima (2 hrs), then taxi to Kawaguchiko
– 🏨 Stay at a Fuji-view ryokan with elevator and onsen access
– 🌅 Evening: Lake Kawaguchi stroll or view from hotel lounge
✈️ Day 5: Travel to Seoul
– 🚗 Transfer to Shizuoka Airport or Haneda (less crowded than Narita)
– ✈️ Fly to Seoul (2 hrs)
– 🏨 Stay in Myeongdong or Insadong—flat terrain, easy access
– 🍲 Dinner: Korean porridge or BBQ with table seating
🏛️ Day 6: Seoul Heritage Day
– 🏯 Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace (wheelchair rentals available)
– 🧵 Explore Bukchon Hanok Village (gentle walking route)
– 🛍️ Insadong for crafts, tea, and light shopping
– 🌇 Optional: Namsan Tower cable car (minimal walking)
🧖♀️ Day 7: Spa & Fly Back to Taiwan
– 🧘 Morning: Jjimjilbang spa with private rooms (Dragon Hill or Siloam)
– 🍜 Lunch: Comfort food at a quiet café
– ✈️ Afternoon flight to Taiwan
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🧳 Elderly-Friendly Travel Tips
– Transport: Use taxis or private transfers for comfort
– Accommodation: Choose hotels with elevators, walk-in showers, and quiet surroundings
– Pacing: Include midday breaks and avoid back-to-back sightseeing
– Food: Opt for places with seating support and mild options
What do u think baby?
Ur spending more days in Japan than Seoul?
Umm… it’s only one extra day….
Spend another day in Korea!
Sigh… this is a preliminary DRAFT itinerary. I will go off this list another day and actually look up the suggestions.
This is kinda fun. I wish I didn’t have assignments I would be getting way more hyperfocused on it.
U still have time to plan it my love 😘❤️
Mmm… I’m gonna save that conversation and get back to it another today…
Okies 🤓💕
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