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In this article we're going to present both sides to you, in an honest assessment of whether you should travel on some or all of Japan’s Golden Route when visiting Japan – as well as how to make the most of your experience.

If that sounds like you, you’re not alone. Japan is one of the most rewarding places in the world to visit. And also one of the more overwhelming to plan. Find out why … and how we can help.

Social media makes Japan look like a travel dream. But the experiences that actually change people rarely show up in those viral posts, because they're harder to capture in a photo or 15-second video. Want something real? Of course you do. But how?

Want to eat like a local in Japan? Eat seasonal! Summers in Japan are notoriously hot & humid, but Japanese people know how to eat well in the summer. We’ll let you know what to eat when visiting Japan in the summertime.

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