We went from comparing five different itineraries to having a clear route, the right hotel level, and a realistic pace.
The best part was having someone explain what was actually realistic with kids, trains, and transfers in Japan.
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Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka: the classic route without unnecessary mistakes
Itineraries
How to split nights, when Osaka should be a base, and how the route improves when each city has the right role in the trip.
Japan in 7 to 10 days: how much can you do without overloading the trip?
Itineraries
A guide for shorter trips focused on realistic pacing, fewer transfers, and an outline that still feels generous.