Thank you for attending the Johnson Family Trip – Joetsu, March 2024

Your itinerary is written below. Please note that plans may change due to inclement weather, excessive crowds, new ideas, or unforeseen physical conditions. If you have any questions, please email johnsons_niigata@icloud.com.

We are looking forward to having you.

Day 1 – Saturday, March 23

Time	Location	Activity
07:00	Aoyama 4-10-37	Depart home and drive to Joetsu
09:00 ~	Shinano, Nagano	Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum
12:00 ~	TBD	Lunch
14:00 ~	Naoetsu,	Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari
17:00 ~	Takada	Check-in at Toyoko Inn
18:00 ~	TBD (near hotel)	Dinner in a restaurant
20:00 ~	In hotel	Free time / relaxation
22:00 ~	In hotel	Lights out

Day 2 – Sunday, March 24

Time	Location	Activity
07:00	Toyoko Inn	Wake-up call, then buffet breakfast
09:00 ~	Toyoko Inn	Check-out of hotel
09:30 ~	Nakayashiki, Daizu	(Mt.) Kasugayama ruins & shrine, Rinsen-ji Temple
12:00 ~	TBD	Lunch (and souvenir shopping)
14:30 ~	Joetsu Cultural Center	笑いイチin上越（イベント）
18:00 ~	TBD (in Joestu)	Dinner in a restaurant
20:00 ~	Joetsu to Niigata	Drive home to Niigata
22:00 ~	Niigata	Arrive home

Things to bring

• Spending money for souvenirs (& tip for driver) 💰
• Phone and phone charger 📱
• Smiling, happy face and conversation 😀