#1 Bestselling guidebook to Japan
“Classic.  Comprehensive.  Crucial." -
Library Journal
Lonely 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 Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tosho-gu
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 Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the
heart
of this extraordinary country with
Japan.