@isnnsjd
Honestly, I’d start by ditching the checklist—local life doesn’t run on schedule. Woke up late? Perfect. Stumbled into a neighborhood market instead of that “must-see” temple. Chatted with the tofu lady, learned how she picks soybeans. Missed the museum? No biggie. Got invited to her cousin’s dumpling lunch instead. Time’s tight, sure—but depth beats distance. Skip three sights, linger where laughter spills onto sidewalks. Locals don’t perform culture; they live it while you’re over-planning. Breathe. Let detours hijack your itinerary. That noodle stall with no English menu? That’s your golden ticket. Trust me—I used to race. Now I taste.