TomCat's Suite Adventure

[serfty]

Danger well done with expanding our English language with the word Krugification. Now I know it probably is not the be all of champagnes but it has a certain " je ne sais quoi " about it so I like reserving it for travel on SQ. ...

SQKrugification? Bon Chance ...

 

[Milboo]

Yum! I am a fan of the chicken rice on BTC myself!

 

[blackcat20]

At least now you will now which airlines to book based on your champagne preference.

Haha no EK F for me
I need to fly SQ again just for Piper in the TPR; it was definitely the best of the three.

 

[Bindibuys]

Late arrival to this thread (sorry, been working on our F J Holden tour - restaurant bookings in Istanbul)
Having use of the 2 suites is just amazing. Safe travels.

 

[blackcat20]

We've transferred to the Conrad Tokyo this morning. The heavens have opened so catching the train was an interesting and soggy experience.

Staff here are lovely. Bags whisked off and shown to the lobby. Room ready after 20 minute wait so we enjoyed a coughtail in the bar. View is a bit obscured by rain.



Upgraded to executive room on the 37th (top) floor.



Duck was in the room but not bears so I'll make a call later.

 

[Magpie10]

Gosh loving the TR so far, can't wait for more, oh my the luxury you have before you is mind blowing, enjoy every single minute.

 

[blackcat20]

The bear arrived during the turndown service and we found him hanging out with some friends.

Lovely dinner that night in Ginza.

 

[blackcat20]

Took a train to Kyoto yesterday for the day. A few temples and the Torii gates.


And some fabulous fabric shopping for me.


Back in Osaka, we found a fabulous little Okonomiyaki place for dinner.


Unfortunately I forgot to take a photo of our room at the Westin. We had a little hiccup on arrival; I Had only booked for one person and they wanted to add an additional cost for a second person. On arrival in the room reception called to let us know the manager had agreed to waive the cost, but in the fuss the photos were forgotten. The room was a good size. A little dated but large bed, plenty of space, and the bathroom had a seated mirror/sink area that was separate from the loo/shower/tub.

 

[Pushka]

That fabric shop would likewise be heaven for my quilter SIL. (She makes themed quilts and laundry bags for the Aussie Service people serving overseas.)

 

[blackcat20]

That fabric shop would likewise be heaven for my quilter SIL. (She makes themed quilts and laundry bags for the Aussie Service people serving overseas.)

Found a couple of good shops. I've definitely added a few kg to my suitcase

 

[Pushka]

Found a couple of good shops. I've definitely added a few kg to my suitcase

Yes. The fabric is surprisingly heavy. And the trip has only just started! Cant tell her about this or she will be starting her order for when we go in 2018!

 

[blackcat20]

Ensconced in the JAL F lounge in HND right now. Booked in for a massage shortly, shoes are off being shined, and I have a glass of bubbles in hand.

Interestingly, the Laurent is far better than the Duval (though I didn't like the NV either).

 

[Katie]

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The bear arrived during the turndown service and we found him hanging out with some friends.

My first Bear arrived during turndown. Then my second one was attached (with a note!) to my handbag that was stored during the day before I had to go to Haneda.

 

[TomVexille]

JL F was amazing. Crew were simply outstanding. I'm not sure if I can make a call between them and SQ at the moment.

LHR security makes the TSA look positively efficient and friendly

And BA have welcomed us in the Concorde Room

 

[blackcat20]

From Osaka, we caught the Shinkansen back to Tokyo and spent our final night at the Hilton Odaiba. No upgrade, but we arrived late enough that we would not have been able to use the lounge anyway. Room was the smallest we've had so far, but comfortable bed and a decent bathroom (creaky floor excluded).


We were given four drink coupons to use in any bar in the hotel; we chose a quiet bar (not the lobby bar) and indulged in a few coughtails.


View from the room

 

[blackcat20]

Some more food photos from Japan

Our sushi stack


Chicken curry udon in Osaka


Soft cream; the Japanese seem to love their soft serve ice cream.


Ramen from Ippudo in Osaka


Bento box on the Shinkansen

 

[TomVexille]

And a couple more gratuitous ramen photos since it's my favorite food.

A Tokyo style


And a tonkatsu


And now my bento box that made for a decent train dinner

 

[Deleted member]

From Osaka, we caught the Shinkansen back to Tokyo and spent our final night at the Hilton Odaiba. No upgrade, but we arrived late enough that we would not have been able to use the lounge anyway. Room was the smallest we've had so far, but comfortable bed and a decent bathroom (creaky floor excluded).
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We were given four drink coupons to use in any bar in the hotel; we chose a quiet bar (not the lobby bar) and indulged in a few coughtails.
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View from the room
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And a couple more gratuitous ramen photos since it's my favorite food.

A Tokyo style
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And a tonkatsu
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And now my bento box that made for a decent train dinner

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This brings back fond memories of my last Japan adventure with Mrs GPH.
I'm loving the TR. have fun.

 

[drron]

Some more food photos from Japan

Our sushi stack
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Boy!Someone loves their sushi.
Or were the bears having a nibble.

 

[Pushka]

The food might be one thing I will struggle with in Japan. I have tried sushi and just cant seem to swallow it. Don't like the smell of the wrapping either. Its like my stomach rebels. Any suggestions?

Will enjoy the Italian food pics now.