Lonely Planet Japan

#1 Bestselling guidebook to Japan"Classic.  Comprehensive.  Crucial." - Library JournalLonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Japan.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Yoshino for Japan's most famous cherry-blossom-viewing festival to sipping sake at a 300-year-old brewery in Niigata, and exploring the Unesco-listed streetscapes of Hagi. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Japan travel guide:- Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips- Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Japan and connect experiences together with ease- Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including climbing Mt Fuji, visiting Sens¿-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of T¿sh¿-g¿- Special features on onsen etiquette, Japanese food, and the 88 sacred temples pilgrimage- Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel- Connect with Japanese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions - Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Tokyo- Covers Tokyo, Mt Fuji & around Tokyo, Central Honsh¿ & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honsh¿, Northern Honsh¿, Sapporo & Hokkaid¿, Shikoku, Ky¿sh¿, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Japan. Relax in a Japanese onsen; find the top spot to snap Mt Fuji; explore Kyoto's iconic geisha district, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.