• My kids were adamant that we take a family vacation to Japan this year. • Despite being a seasoned traveler, the idea of planning this trip overwhelmed me. • I decided a small family group tour was the way to go.

When deciding where to go for our summer vacation, my children were adamant that we should go to Japan. My 10-year-old son is a huge fan of anime and ninjas. My 14-year-old daughter loves big cities like New York and longed to experience modern and cosmopolitan Tokyo. It seemed like a good choice that everyone would enjoy, but I was still hesitant to book plane tickets.

Although I have traveled extensively around the world and have always wanted to visit Japan, the thought of planning a trip there was overwhelming. Eventually, my children wore me down and convinced me that

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