Hi mom and Don. Made this page for you It has the calendar of what everyone is doing everyday. Turn the phone sideways and click 'Agenda' on the google calendar if you want to see a list format. Also if you scroll down I put what's happening each and every day. I also put the images of all the flight and hotel information that you will need. I also put some top food lists to try for you mom and dessert, and food list to try if you have allergy to pork! haha. Scroll all the way down for the list :)
March 5th, 2023 Day 1 Flight from LAS VEGAS to LAX
Catch flight at 6:30am, lands at 7:48am
spirit airlines CONFIRMATION CODE
WJ1K3G
9am joey lands. all of you Find the Fourpoints Sheraton FREE hotel shuttle
JOE MEETS FAMILY AT BAGGAGE CLAIM CAUROSEL
The airport offers free shuttles to and from the hotel. Look for the shuttle at the departures level of the terminal you arrive at (not the arrivals level). It picks up at every terminal so no need to move between terminals. The shuttle service runs 24 hours a day, every 20-30 min depending on traffic. In the morning, you just need to wait for the shuttle in the lobby. No reservations required.
2pm - 5 pm Check-in to the hotel. Fourpoints Sheraton LAX.
The reservation name is under "Lucey Wargo". Confirmation number is 72494201111898. The Picture is below.
8PM - 5AM eat, REST AND SLEEP.
5:30AM MEET KAELYN AND ANNA'S FAMILY AT SHERATON FOUR POINTS HOTEL LOBBY
Here is what I recommend for the long trip tomorrow. You have an 11 hour flight.
Here are some tips for surviving a long international flight:
1. Get as much sleep as possible before your flight, so that you can try to sleep during the flight as well.
2. Bring a neck pillow, eye mask, and earplugs to help you sleep more comfortably.
3. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a light sweater or a jacket as cabin temperatures can fluctuate.
4. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and avoid drinking alcohol, as it can dehydrate you.
5. Pack light and bring your own snacks, as the food options on long flights can be limited.
6. Bring a book, magazine, or other entertainment (such as a tablet or mp3 player) to pass the time.
7. Get up and walk around the cabin every so often to keep your blood flowing and prevent blood clots.
8. Pack painkillers, aspirin or ibuprofen in case of headaches or muscle aches.
9. Have a good plan for entertainment, whether that be music, reading, podcasts, videos or playing games.
10. Lastly, try to relax and enjoy the flight as much as possible, and look forward to reaching your destination! I hope these tips help to make your flight more comfortable. Happy travels!
Day 2 Flight from LAX to Tokyo
5:30AM MEET KAELYN AND ANNA'S FAMILY AT SHERATON FOUR POINTS HOTEL LOBBY
kAELYN'S number is
You all go together from the Four Points hotel lobby shuttle
The flight leaves at 9:40am on Monday. This means get to the airport by 7:00am to check in your flight, and check in your luggage.
- Find Kaelyn at lax airport. You, Don, Joe, Kaeyln and Anna's parents are all on the same flight. Her number is XXXXX
It's a very long flight, 11 hours.
While on the flight:
Compression socks. Your feet will get really swollen and big.
Get up and walk around the cabin every so often to keep your blood flowing and prevent blood clots.
Download movies beforehand. Remind me to make sure I download some movies for you and Don.
QR CODES TO ENTER JAPAN
March 7th, 2023: Day 3 First Day in Tokyo
March 7th Day 3 Tokyo
OK everyone lands around 2:45 PM by the time we get out of the airport to the hotel we check into in our rooms. It’ll probably be around 6 PM so we should take the first night to explore the area we’re staying in get dinner and rest early.
Anna booked a big shuttle bus for everyone to the hotel
5-6pm check-in to Via Inn Shinjuku
We check out in 3 days so settle in.
I say stock up on toiletries and snacks at these Grocery and convenience stores, right down the street.
7pm Dinner in Shinjuku area or Sleep
Walk around shinjuki, explore the pachinko gaming slots, the stores, shops
Options for Dinner - conveyor belt sushi
Or
Ramen
10pm piss alley bars
March 8th Day 4 Tokyo
This is the first night after sleep. Rest in, everyone gets breakfast on their own. Meet at the train station because we are all going to Meiji Shrine.
8-10am Breakfast on own.
Here are convenience store options, very close.
10:30 - 11AM Meet up at the Via Inn Lobby, Take Taxis to Meiji Shrine.
11am: Walk around Meiji Shrine
Meiji Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. It is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken. The shrine was built in 1920 and is located in a forested park area that covers an area of 175 acres. It is a popular spot for visitors to Japan and is especially known for its traditional architecture and beautiful gardens.
1-2pm: Explore harajuku: Food & Shops
Harajuku is a neighborhood in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, Japan, known for its fashion and street culture. It is particularly famous for its Takeshita Street, a popular shopping destination for teenage fashion and accessories. Harajuku is also home to Meiji Shrine, which I just mentioned earlier, as well as several other historical places such as the Yoyogi Park, Jingu Stadium and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. It's a popular spot for tourists, but also for Japanese people to enjoy themselves.
Harajuku Gyozaro specializes in mass producing pan-fried and steamed Gyoza. I see this shop as more of a quick stop or a snack place, although with enough Gyoza pieces you could definitely make a meal out of it! This shop has been around for a long time and they've been dishing up Gyoza for years. It's a simple food to prepare, so the cook time and turnaround is pretty quick. If there's a queue, it goes by fairly quickly. What I can say is that the price is astonishingly cheap. 6 Gyoza for 340¥. Extremely affordable.
3-5PM - Break - Return to Via Inn to Rest & Relax or continue exploring.
Optional: Dominique ansel dessert
7:30pm Shibuya crossing
Shibuya Crossing is a popular, busy pedestrian crossing located in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, Japan. It is said to be one of the busiest intersections in the world, with thousands of people crossing the street at any given time. The area is also known for its shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.
The crossing is right outside the second busiest station in the world, Shibuya station, which has about 3 million passengers a day, and Shibuya is a very popular area with something for everybody, although it’s especially popular with young people, there’s a huge amount of bars, restaurants, cafes, clothes shops (everything from luxury brands to cheap teenager oriented clothing) every other kind of shop you can imagine: skincare, drug stores, toy shops, gift shops, department stores, ikea, anime related shops, home centers, etc. as well as karaoke, soaplands, girls bars, clubs. A lot of people work there, and a lot of people go there for fun, shopping, drinking, etc.
Meeting Point: stone doggy
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5tWhK3iutTWQTKek8?g_st=ic
SHOPPING SUGGESTIONS
https://goo.gl/maps/Pmpj7K9WYusq9rXH7
10PM Return to Via Inn
March 9th
March 10th
Checkin to Bright Hotel.
March 11th
March 12th
March 13th
Welcome home Mom and Don! Hope you have a lovely trip! Attached is you LAX to LAS Spirit trip ticket. You'll arrive at 8am today.
HERE ARE 14 POPULAR JAPANESE FOODS TO TRY, ALONG WITH A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF EACH DISH:
1. Sushi - raw fish and seafood served with rice and other ingredients such as wasabi, ginger, and soy sauce.
2. Ramen - Chinese-inspired wheat noodles in a savory broth, typically topped with meat and vegetables such as pork, chicken, and mushrooms.
3. Udon noodles - thick wheat noodles, often served in a mild, soy-based broth.
4. Tempura - seafood and vegetables that are coated in a light, crispy batter and fried.
5. Yakitori - skewered and grilled chicken, usually seasoned with soy sauce and other spices.
6. Takoyaki - balls of batter filled with octopus and topped with various sauces and garnishes such as mayo and green onion.
7. Okonomyaki - a savory pancake made with meat, seafood, and vegetables, topped with various condiments such as mayo, soy sauce, and tonkatsu sauce.
8. Mochi - glutinous rice cakes that can be filled with sweet or savory fillings such as azuki bean paste.
9. Matcha - a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves, used to make tea and many desserts.
10. Unagi (grilled eel) - freshwater eel broiled and garnished with honey-based sauce.
11. Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlets) - thin slices of pork that are breaded and fried.
12. Sashimi - raw fish and seafood that is typically served with soy sauce and wasabi.
13. Soba noodles - thin, buckwheat noodles that are usually served in a mild, soy-based broth.
14. Takuan (pickled yellow daikon radish) - a sweet and sour pickled yellow daikon radish, which is often served as
WHAT ARE 14 DESSERTS I SHOULD TRY IN JAPAN AND THEIR DESCRIPTIONS
Here are 14 popular Japanese desserts to try, along with a brief description of each one:
1. Mochi - glutinous rice cakes that can be filled with sweet or savory fillings such as azuki bean paste.
2. Matcha - a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves, used to make tea and many desserts.
3. Dorayaki - pancakes with sweet azuki bean paste in the middle
4. Taiyaki - fish-shaped pancakes filled with sweet azuki bean paste
5. Yakiimo - grilled sweet potatoes(a favourite in autumn)
6. Anmitsu - a sweet made of small cubes of agar jelly, a sweet syrup, and a variety of fruits, possibly served with sweet red bean paste.
7. Kuzumochi - kuzu starch in sweet azuki bean soup
8. Daifuku - a soft, sticky rice cake filled with sweet red bean paste
9. Dango - small dumplings made from rice flour, usually skewered and grilled
10. Warabi mochi - a sweet, translucent jelly made from bracken starch and served over with kinako (soy flour)
11. Monaka - a wafer shell filled with sweet azuki bean paste
12. Konpeito - small, multicolored sugar candies
13. Umeshu - a sweet and sour fruit liqueur made from unripe ume fruits
14. Ennicho-manju - steamed buns that are filled with sweet red bean paste, chestnut or chocolate. Thank you for asking and have a good day! Note: These are a few among a long list of Japanese desserts you can try, if you are lactose intolerant or vegan, most of these will not be suitable for you so It's important to know more about the ingredients in each dish before ordering
WHAT JAPANESE FOOD CAN I EAT IF I'M ALLERGIC TO PORK?
If you're allergic to pork, you'll want to avoid dishes that typically contain pork as a main ingredient such as tonkatsu, katsudon, and gyoza. Here are a few Japanese dishes that do not typically contain pork:
1. Sushi - raw fish and seafood served with rice and other ingredients such as wasabi, ginger, and soy sauce.
2. Ramen - Chinese-inspired wheat noodles in a savory broth, usually topped with grilled chicken or beef, and vegetables such as mushrooms.
3. Udon noodles - thick wheat noodles, often served in a mild, soy-based broth.
4. Tempura - seafood and vegetables that are coated in a light, crispy batter and fried.
5. Yakitori - skewered and grilled chicken, usually seasoned with soy sauce and other spices.
6. Takoyaki - balls of batter filled with octopus and topped with various sauces and garnishes such as mayo and green onion.
7. Okonomyaki - a savory pancake made with meat, seafood, and vegetables, topped with various condiments such as mayo, soy sauce, and tonkatsu sauce.
8. Mochi - glutinous rice cakes that can be filled with sweet or savory fillings such as azuki bean paste.
9. Matcha - a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves, used to make tea and many desserts.
10. Unagi (grilled eel) - freshwater eel broiled and garnished with honey-based sauce.
11. Sashimi - raw fish and seafood that is typically served with soy sauce and wasabi.
12. Soba noodles - thin, buckwheat noodles that are usually served in a mild, soy-based broth.
13. Takuan (pickled yellow daikon radish) - a sweet and sour pickled yellow daikon radish.