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Japan Cherry Blossom Guide 2026: When, Where, and How to Actually See Sakura Without the Crowds
Planning a Japan cherry blossom tour for 2026? I tracked bloom dates, prices, and crowd patterns across 15 cities. Here's the data-backed guide to seeing sakura without fighting tourists.
Tokyo 7-Day Itinerary: A Data-Driven Guide to Actually Enjoying Tokyo (Not Just Surviving It)
Spent 6 months in Tokyo testing routes, timing, and transport hacks. This 7-day Tokyo itinerary eliminates the guesswork with real costs, travel times, and crowd avoidance strategies.
Most Beautiful Places in Japan: 15 Locations That Actually Live Up to the Photos (Ranked by Someone Who's Been)
I visited 47 prefectures in Japan to test which famous spots live up to Instagram vs reality. Here are the 15 most beautiful places that actually delivered.
Osaka to Kyoto Day Trip: Train Options, Costs, and the Fastest Routes (Tested 8 Times)
I tested every train route from Osaka to Kyoto 8 times tracking speed, cost, and convenience. Here's the real breakdown of Shinkansen vs local trains vs buses.
Top Cities to Visit in Japan: Where to Go Beyond Tokyo (Ranked by 400 Days of Travel Data)
I spent 400+ days traveling Japan to rank every major city worth visiting. Here's the honest breakdown of what each city offers and which ones to skip.