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Shinjuku Gyoen: Tokyo's BEST Cherry Blossom Spot?
Alex Melendez 2/18/26 Alex Melendez 2/18/26

Shinjuku Gyoen: Tokyo's BEST Cherry Blossom Spot?

Testing whether Shinjuku Gyoen truly delivers Tokyo’s best cherry blossoms and photo opportunities.

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Top 10 Mount Fuji Mistakes to Avoid
Alex Melendez 2/18/26 Alex Melendez 2/18/26

Top 10 Mount Fuji Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common Mount Fuji mistakes, from bad timing and transport to missing sunrise magic.

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Top 10 Mount Fuji Views I Ranked From My Trip
Alex Melendez 2/18/26 Alex Melendez 2/18/26

Top 10 Mount Fuji Views I Ranked From My Trip

Ranking the best Mount Fuji photo spots, hidden gems, iconic views, and one overrated location to skip.

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Mount Fuji in 4 Days: The Ultimate Japan Travel Guide Itinerary
Alex Melendez 2/18/26 Alex Melendez 2/18/26

Mount Fuji in 4 Days: The Ultimate Japan Travel Guide Itinerary

A complete four-day Mount Fuji itinerary covering lakes, sunrise views, hidden gems, food, and unforgettable adventures.

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Is This Mount Fuji’s Weirdest Attraction?
Alex Melendez 1/24/26 Alex Melendez 1/24/26

Is This Mount Fuji’s Weirdest Attraction?

A quirky Mount Fuji museum turned into a magical music-filled village and one unforgettable Japanese souvenir.

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Mount Fuji’s Worst Destination… and Its Best Meal
Alex Melendez 1/24/26 Alex Melendez 1/24/26

Mount Fuji’s Worst Destination… and Its Best Meal

A chaotic Mount Fuji tourist trap turned into an unforgettable local meal and hidden sake brewery experience.

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I Got the Perfect Mount Fuji Shot Everyone Wants
Alex Melendez 1/24/26 Alex Melendez 1/24/26

I Got the Perfect Mount Fuji Shot Everyone Wants

How I captured Mount Fuji’s most famous torii gate photo early, crowd-free, and without waiting in line.

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Mount Fuji Behind a Waterfall?! A Winter Adventure to Shiraito Falls
Alex Melendez 1/24/26 Alex Melendez 1/24/26

Mount Fuji Behind a Waterfall?! A Winter Adventure to Shiraito Falls

Chasing Mount Fuji’s rarest view: a powerful waterfall, snowy trails, zero crowds, and an unforgettable winter drive.

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Mount Fuji Dream Bridge Sunrise Was Insane
Alex Melendez 1/2/26 Alex Melendez 1/2/26

Mount Fuji Dream Bridge Sunrise Was Insane

Experiencing Mount Fuji’s Dream Bridge at sunrise, chasing perfect light, quiet moments, and one unforgettable stairway view.

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Got Lost, Found Hidden Gem Mount Fuji View
Alex Melendez 1/2/26 Alex Melendez 1/2/26

Got Lost, Found Hidden Gem Mount Fuji View

Getting lost near Mount Fuji led to a hidden viewpoint, icy trails, and one unforgettable, crowd-free sunset.

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This Traditional Village Has the Best Mount Fuji View
Alex Melendez 12/23/25 Alex Melendez 12/23/25

This Traditional Village Has the Best Mount Fuji View

Exploring a traditional Japanese village near Mount Fuji with historic houses, quiet paths, and incredible photo potential.

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I Explored Japan’s Haunted Suicide Forest | Aokigahara Blog
Alex Melendez 12/23/25 Alex Melendez 12/23/25

I Explored Japan’s Haunted Suicide Forest | Aokigahara Blog

A reflective hike through Japan’s Aokigahara Suicide Forest exploring its history, silence, and deeper meaning beyond the rumors.

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I Crawled Under Mount Fuji… It Was Freezing Down There
Alex Melendez 12/23/25 Alex Melendez 12/23/25

I Crawled Under Mount Fuji… It Was Freezing Down There

What it’s like crawling through Mount Fuji’s freezing ice and wind caves hidden beneath Japan’s most famous mountain.

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I Found the Perfect Honcho Street Mount Fuji Spot
Alex Melendez 12/23/25 Alex Melendez 12/23/25

I Found the Perfect Honcho Street Mount Fuji Spot

How to find the best Honcho Street Mount Fuji photo spot by leaving the crowds and exploring nearby side streets.

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The Secret Most People Miss at Chureito Pagoda | Mount Fuji Sunrise Guide
Alex Melendez 12/23/25 Alex Melendez 12/23/25

The Secret Most People Miss at Chureito Pagoda | Mount Fuji Sunrise Guide

How to see Mount Fuji at Chureito Pagoda without crowds by arriving early and ignoring misleading weather forecasts.

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I Visited Every Mount Fuji Lake — Here’s the Winner - Japan Blog
Alex Melendez 11/29/25 Alex Melendez 11/29/25

I Visited Every Mount Fuji Lake — Here’s the Winner - Japan Blog

A full-day journey chasing Mount Fuji’s best lake views, hidden spots, and one unforgettable surprise.

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Mount Fuji from Tokyo? Copy This Arrival Guide
Alex Melendez 11/29/25 Alex Melendez 11/29/25

Mount Fuji from Tokyo? Copy This Arrival Guide

Arriving from Tokyo to Mount Fuji by bus, car, and perfect views made the journey unforgettable.

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Tokyo Scam Stories: A Candid Interview With a Japan Local
Alex Melendez 11/29/25 Alex Melendez 11/29/25

Tokyo Scam Stories: A Candid Interview With a Japan Local

A Tokyo local explains how touts, dating app traps, and even fake “temple” invites target tourists—and how to avoid them.

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I Saw Mount Fuji on Japan’s Shinkansen Bullet Train
Alex Melendez 11/29/25 Alex Melendez 11/29/25

I Saw Mount Fuji on Japan’s Shinkansen Bullet Train

A simple bullet train ride turned unforgettable when Mount Fuji appeared perfectly framed outside my window.

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Snow Monkeys Bathing in Hot Springs! Japan Blog
Alex Melendez 11/29/25 Alex Melendez 11/29/25

Snow Monkeys Bathing in Hot Springs! Japan Blog

Road-tripping through icy mountains to watch Japan’s wild snow monkeys bathe in natural hot springs.

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