Six weeks and counting

I'm starting to get a little excited.  In six weeks time my mother and I will begin our 12-day tour of Japan.  Overnight, Kozantei Ubuya Ryokan, a traditional Japanese style hotel in Kawaguchiko, confirmed our reservation and complimentary "western-style breakfast".  I've booked this special boutique hotel as a 70th birthday gift for Mum.  Each room in the hotel has stunning view of Mount Fuji which can be enjoyed from the comfort a hot tub on your own private balcony.  I hope it really does look like the photo above!