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Japan Surprised Us ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต | First Time in Tokyo & Kyoto

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Creator's Key Takeaways

One of the first things we noticed about Tokyo is just how easy it is to get around.

For a city this big, it felt surprisingly calm.

The ride itself was incredibly smooth and comfortable, especially considering we were cruising at speeds of up to 175 mph.

Kyoto moves at a much slower pace than Tokyo. It feels more reflective and grounded.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Book a hotel near Tokyo Station or Kyoto Station for easy access.
โœ“Share meals to try more food in a short time.
โœ“Buy bullet train tickets correctly to avoid delays.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Small hotel rooms in Tokyo โ€” Be prepared for compact spaces, but rooms are clean and functional.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best things to do in Tokyo and Kyoto for first-time visitors?
QHow easy is it to get around Japan's public transportation?
QWhat are some must-try foods in Tokyo and Kyoto?

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Tokyo4 Happy Bacon
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Join us for a delicious and fun adventure as we explore Tokyo and Kyoto for the first time and share the things that surprised us most about traveling in Japan. Sailing from Alaska to Japan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOAZECRI8cs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GQ18Mc7ICM *Official Website* https://weretherussos.com *Newsletter Sign Up* https://bit.ly/wtrsignup *Books by We're the Russos* https://amzn.to/48bzWcK *Book a Call with Joe* Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Letโ€™s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. https://weretherussos.ck.page/callwithjoe Joe and Kait have been sharing their travel adventures and tips since 2015. For travel guides, essential gear and tips from the road visit https://weretherussos.com and youtube.com/weretherussos ========================= ยฉ We're the Russos, LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved. ========================= - Disclosures - Weโ€™re the Russos is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.