I just found out where one of the places is where we are staying. It's called Ryokan and it's a traditional Japanese style hotel. If you'd like to check it out, here's the link: http://www.ryokan.or.jp/english/ryokan_style.html. Once you click on the link and are re-directed to the page, you will see red boxes on the left side of the page. Click on each and read about what a Ryokan is and what to expect when you're a guest. Take a look at the beautiful pictures. I am so excited that I will be able to experience traditional Japan. I will be taking A LOT of pics and vids while I'm at the Ryokan. For those of you who have seen "Memoirs of a Geisha," this is the real deal. I'm in Heaven and I haven't even left for Japan yet.