A year-end and New Year's getaway to Minami-bora-kanayama hot springs with three generations of family members｜Private Jumbo Taxi with zero transfer fees

"This year's New Year's holidays are going to be relaxing with everyone in the warm southern suburbs," we decided. However, when traveling on a crowded train with elderly parents and carrying a stroller and large luggage—the planning stage is often fraught with difficulties. In this article, we discuss some of the pitfalls that can arise during the planning stage from the Saitama and Tokyo 23 wards.Onsen in Nanbo-shon and KuyamaWhile traveling with three generations, we went along the flow from the time we left home until we arrived at the lodging, visited the sights the next day, and returned home.charter jumbo cabWe will specifically introduce how it works in each situation.

The reality of waiting after saying "I want to go to the hot spring"

Parents who have passed their retirement age, their grandchildren in elementary school, and babies in strollers. The most important aspect of traveling during the year-end and New Year holidays when three generations come together is whether everyone can move around without difficulty. Even if they decide to go to Minami-bora-cho and Kanayama, many families will hesitate when it comes to transportation.

The train has unexpected difficulties with transfers and stairs.

If you take the train to Kanayama, you will have to change trains at Tokyo Station or Kujin, which will involve transferring from a special express train or regular train. While this is not a problem for those in good health, it can be a real strain for parents with limited mobility. The long wait times for getting on and off the train and the stairs at the station add up, leaving you with little energy to enjoy your sightseeing when you finally arrive. During the year-end and New Year holidays, trains are also very crowded, and traveling with a large suitcase can be even more challenging.

If someone is "driving," that person alone cannot enjoy the journey.

If you think of it this way, driving a car can be very tiring. Driving the Akihabara-Kanayama Highway in unfamiliar conditions for a long time during the year-end and New Year holidays is exhausting. Moreover, with five to nine people in a family, it’s impossible to fit one car, so we split up into two groups—the conversation between the family members inside the car gets interrupted, and the trip that was supposed to be a great experience becomes fragmented.

From your home to the onsen resort, follow the flow of the day.

What would a two-night stay for three generations be like if you were using a charter jumbo taxi? We’ll follow the flow from our homes in the 23rd wards of Saitama and Tokyo (the time is just a guide).

1. Picked me up at the front door in the morning:A large HiAce Wide Super Long arrives at your home at the specified time. Luggage, folding wheelchairs, and strollers are all loaded into the cargo compartment together. There is no need to carry the luggage to the station.
2. A quick trip via the Aqua Line:After passing Tokyo Bay Aqua Line and Hokoura, we take the Mikazuki JCT to the Kanayama Expressway and the Futtsu Kanayama Road. From Tokyo, it takes about an hour and a half to Kanayama; there is never a need to change trains. You can travel in the car while chatting with your family members and children.
3. Resting at Hahohara:Even during the long travel season of the year-end and New Year holidays, you can take a break at the Haimohara while enjoying a restroom break and the scenery. The pace is gentle enough for small children and elderly parents.
4. After arrival, head straight to sightseeing:First, we stopped at Kanayama Castle (Koyasan Park) and Kitaura Beach, and then headed to our hotel after taking in the evening scenery. We were able to move around freely without having to pack our luggage into the car.
5. Check-in at the front of the onsen inn:Park your car in front of the inn's entrance. If the inn is barrier-free, you can move from the entrance to your room and the public bath without worrying about the height difference. There are also inns in Minami-bora and Kanayama that have private open-air baths and rooms suitable for wheelchairs.
6. The next day, we went on to pick flowers and visit tourist attractions:The warm southern part of Funabashi is a popular destination for flower picking from the beginning of the year. After checking out, you can simply leave your car there, so you can freely explore places like the roadside station and the Onojima Sakizaki Lighthouse.
7. In the evening, door-to-door to my home:Even if there are more souvenirs, we pack them all together in the luggage compartment and deliver them to the front door. There’s no need to worry about changing buses on the way back or driving in traffic jams.

Spots in Minamihori-cho and Kanayama that you want to visit

With a charter, even classic guidebooks and the "must-see" places of each family can be combined on one vehicle. We'll list some candidates from the temperate southern region of Funabashi that are suitable even in winter.

Answers to questions you might have while traveling with an elderly parent

We will answer the questions that you often ask during inquiries about traveling with three generations.

Are there any parts of the foot that are disabled and can be used by people in wheelchairs?

The large-sized HiAce Wide Super Long has plenty of space inside the vehicle, making it easy to get in and out of. Foldable wheelchairs and walkers can also be loaded directly into the vehicle. You can also discuss in advance the most convenient parking location for getting in and out, depending on your assistance needs and your own condition.

Is it okay if there are a lot of luggage or souvenirs?

The advantage of large vehicles is that even with up to nine people on board, you can pack your suitcases together in the luggage compartment. On the way, you can change clothes and bring warm clothing, and on the way home, you don’t have to carry your luggage on your lap, as you can bring local souvenirs with you.

Won't the price go up?

It's a one-unit rental fee, soThe burden per person decreases the more people there are.When divided among three generations of 5 to 9 people, there are often instances where the cost does not significantly differ from the express fare for everyone. Above all, by freeing the whole family from the “difficulties that are hard to put into monetary terms,” such as the hassle of changing trains, the burden of carrying heavy luggage, and the fatigue of being a driver, it becomes possible.Pricing pagePlease check it out, orweb formYou can get a free quote from us.

Reservation Flow

1. Contact:Please provide the date, number of people, and destination (lodging or tourist attractions in Minami-bora and Kanayama) from the web form.
2. Plan and Estimate:We propose the best vehicle, route, and price estimate. We also ask for your preferences regarding stops and waiting times.
3. Booking Confirmed:We will confirm the content after you are satisfied with it.
4. Boarding on the day:We will pick you up at your front door and take you to your accommodation or sightseeing spot. We will also send you home with a door-to-door service.

summary

For a three-generation trip to Nanbo-cho and Kanayama in the New Year holidays, the deciding factor is whether everyone can get there without too much hassle. The inconveniences such as transfers, stairs, large luggage, and the burden of driving can all be solved by a private jumbo taxi that takes you from the front door to the inn. To ensure that your family can enjoy a special time without being exhausted from the travel fatigue, please feel free to consult us once you have decided on the destination and the group size.