So to sum up my trip.
Yes, I know I travel differently to others. I make no apologies for it.
I am who I am.
The culture and people in Japan are what I took away the most.
Unfailingly polite and respectful.
Everyone dresses immaculately and even the homeless in Shinjuku arrange their stuff as neatly as can be.
The food is amazing. We all know that.
Once the language barrier is broken (thank goodness for Google translate), the Japanese are wonderful people who take pride in making sure visitors enjoy their country.
There were a few things I didn't do that I planned on, such as a trip to the lakes for Mt Fuji, but I couldn't help being sick in Tokyo.
Overall it was a wonderful experience and I would absolutely love to go back.
Next trip - Hawaii in August.
Until then.
Happy travels.
EDIT: on my trip, a lot of people asked me if I was worried about coronavirus.
I said 'no'.
But almost everyone I spoke to asked me about the Australian bushfires.
The concern was genuine and when I confirmed the magnitude, the grief was equally as genuine.