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This well-crafted tour features the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, engages us in local life, and takes you off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa.
This well-crafted tour features the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, engages us in local life, and takes you off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa.
Day 1: Depart U.S. for Tokyo, Japan
Day 2: Tokyo
Day 3: Tokyo
Day 4: Tokyo
Day 5: Tokyo | Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park | Hakone
Day 6: Hakone | Takayama
Day 7: Takayama
Day 8: Takayama | Shirakawago | Kanazawa
Day 9: Kanazawa
Day 10: Kanazawa | Kyoto
Day 11: Kyoto
Day 12: Kyoto
Day 13: Depart Kyoto for U.S.
Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Brandon Bond is a passionate advocate for mental health and holistic well-being. As the Mental Health & Well-Being Student Advocate in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan, Brandon spearheads college-wide strategic planning and intervention implementation efforts for public mental health and systemic well-being support needs. His work supports students from a range of underrepresented backgrounds, including students with disabilities, first-generation students, and LGBTQIA+ students.
I’m incredibly excited for this trip and to meet everyone! In addition to connecting with you all, As someone with a global mental health and well-being background, I’m eager to learn more about the Japanese concept of ikigai, particularly in how it relates to practices for longevity and happiness. As a UM undergrad, I took a course on Asian food and drink, and I’ve also done a few Asian street food cooking classes for fun. So, I’m really looking forward to exploring the food scene and getting an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine!
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