We Went to Kyoto. We Came Back Different

Three friends. One week in Kyoto. I thought we'd bond over temple visits and late-night ramen. Instead, I watched us splinter over tiny things. She wanted Instagram spots. He needed constant plans. I just wanted to wander. By day four, we were politely taking separate trains to different districts. Meeting for dinner felt like a work obligation. The bamboo forest was stunning. I experienced it alone while they argued about the best photo angle two groves over. Kyoto didn't ruin our friendship—it just showed us who we really were when stripped of routine and comfort. Some friendships survive that kind of honesty. Ours didn't need to. We're better acquaintances now, and that's okay. 🍃 #Travel #FriendshipReality #GroupTravelTruth