Japan is often described as an easy country to travel in.Trains are efficient, cities are safe, and Google Maps works almost everywhere. And yet, after visiting places like Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, or Himeji , many travelers come away with the same feeling: “It was beautiful… but I don’t feel like I truly understood what I experienced.” This is exactly the moment when many people start asking themselves: “Should I get a guide in Japan?” The answer depends on what kind of experienc
