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Japan Travel Guides
Here are some travel books for
Japan:
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By Beth Reiber
Frommers Paperback (672 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Frommer's Japan is packed with all the facts, tips, and descriptions you need to have perfect vacation: - Our author has written about Japan for years, so she's able to provide valuable insights and advice. She'll steer you away from the touristy and the inauthentic and show you the real heart of the Land of the Rising Sun.
- Follow her picks for the best travel experiences -- including climbing Mount Fuji, splurging on a night in a ryokan, exploring Kyoto's Gion District, skiing in Honshu and Hokkaido, making a pilgrimage to Sensoji Temple, and riding the Skinkansen Bullet Train -- and you're sure to have a fantastic trip.
- A guide to the culture of old and new Japan will help you peel the onion of the unique synthesis of East and West that meets here.
- Also included are accurate regional and town maps, up-to-date advice on finding the best package deals, and an online directory that makes trip-planning a snap.
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By John Benson
DK Travel Paperback (416 pages)
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Click Here | - ISBN13: 9780756670085
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Product Description: DK Eyewitness Travel's full-color guidebooks to hundreds of destinations around the world truly show you what others only tell you. They have become renowned for their visual excellence, which includes unparalleled photography, 3-D mapping, and specially commissioned cutaway illustrations. DK Eyewitness Travel Guides are the only guides that work equally well for inspiration, as a planning tool, a practical resource while traveling, and a keepsake following any trip. |
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By Simon Richmond
Rough Guides Paperback (848 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: The award-winning "Rough Guide to Japan" is the definitive guide to this fascinating country with its stunning landscapes, dynamic pop culture, world-class dining and rich history. It will guide you with reliable information and a clearly explained background on everything from Japan's history, religions, arts, movies and music to the country's pressing environmental issues. Whether you're looking for great places to eat and drink or the most exciting places to party and the newest accommodation, you'll find the solution. Plus, all the major and many off-the-beaten-track sights are covered, including tropical dives in Okinawa, mountain traverses across the Japanese Alps and contemporary art exhibits on islands in the Inland Sea. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of this dynamic country, whilst stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make "The Rough Guide to Japan" your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your trip with "The Rough Guide to Japan". |
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By Chris Rowthorn
LONELY PLANET Paperback (400 pages)
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Click Here | - ISBN13: 9781741799965
- Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Product Description: Experience The Best of Japan Make the most of your trip abroad – Lonely Planet’s full color Discover guides highlight the best a country has to offer while still providing an authentic and memorable experience.
Full Color Throughout Full of color images and maps – makes planning as inspiring as the journey itself Color-coded navigation
Easy-To-Use Structure Easy-to-use tools include: color-coded chapters, color thumb tabs, dynamic color spreads on major highlights and Easy-to-read planning sections throughout
Highlights Special front-of-book chapter on the top 25 can’t-miss experiences Features the must-see attractions and unbeatable experiences Focuses on key cities and regions
Itineraries Country-wide itineraries take you step by step though the country – broken out by interest, theme and length of trip Region-specific itineraries help you plan more deeply for the regions you are most interested in
Local Experts Major attractions include insights from local experts on what not to miss
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By Hector Garcia
Tuttle Publishing Paperback (160 pages)
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For every fan of manga, anime, J-pop, or Zen, A Geek in Japan is a hip, smart and concise guide to the land that is their source. Comprehensive and well informed, it covers a wide array of topics in short articles accompanied by sidebars and numerous photographs, providing a lively digest of the society and culture of Japan. Designed to appeal to the generations of Westerners who grew up on Pokemon, manga and video games, A Geek in Japan reinvents the culture guide for readers in the Internet age.
Spotlighting the originality and creativity of the Japanese, debunking myths about them, and answering nagging questions like why they're so fond of robots, author Hector Garcia has created the perfect book for the growing ranks of Japanophiles in this inspired, insightful and highly informative guide. |
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By DK Publishing
DK Travel Paperback (416 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Includes: Tokyo, Central Honshu, Kyoto City, Western Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa, Northern Honshu, and Hokkaido. |
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By Ramsey Zarifeh
Trailblazer Publications Paperback (480 pages)
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Fully revised second edition. Japan is steeped in legend and myth, perhaps the greatest of which is the popular misconception that the country is simply too expensive to visit. The truth is that flights to Japan are cheaper than they've ever been, accommodation can be great value, while the warm hospitality which awaits every visitor costs nothing at all. The real secret to traveling around the country on a budget, however, is the Japan Rail Pass. With this pass you can travel on some of the fastest trains in the world as often as you like for as long as you please – and all for one bargain price. Use this comprehensive guide in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of your trip to Japan.
* Practical information – planning your trip; what to take; getting to Japan from Europe, North America and Australasia
* City guides and maps – where to stay (all budgets), where to eat, what to see in 29 towns and cities; historical and cultural background
* Kilometerkilometer route guides – covering train journeys from the coast into the mountains, from temple retreat to sprawling metropolis and from sulfurous volcano to windswept desert; 34 route maps
* Railway timetables – Bullet trains and all routes in this guidebook
* Plus – Customs, etiquette, Japanese phrases and 28 color photos
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By Chris Rowthorn
LONELY PLANET Paperback (832 pages)
 | List Price: $28.99* Lowest New Price: $17.51* Lowest Used Price: $17.50* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:18 Pacific 5 Feb 2012 More Info)
Click Here | Product Description: “Japan is a world apart – a cultural Galapagos where a unique civilization blossomed, and thrives today in delicious contrast of traditional and modern. The Japanese spirit is strong, warm and incredibly welcoming.” – Chris Rowthorn, Lonely Planet Writer
Our Promise
You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.
Inside This Book…
8 expert authors 167 temples & shrines 357 Japanese restaurants Over 100 onsen (hot springs) Inspirational photos Comprehensive planning tools Pull-out city map Easy-to-read layout In-depth background Skiing in Japan feature
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By Josh Shulman
CreateSpace Paperback (70 pages)
 | List Price: $14.99* Lowest New Price: $11.18* Lowest Used Price: $17.76* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 01:18 Pacific 5 Feb 2012 More Info)
Click Here | Product Description: Have you always dreamed of traveling to Japan but were afraid it would be too expensive and too intimidating? You’re right, Japan is not cheap. But despite your concerns, it is such a magnificent place that you will not have lived until you’ve seen it for yourself. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime journey. (Warning: You may get hooked!) Let a veteran who has lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for over a decade combined show you the way with a unique Japan travel guide. Don’t go to Japan and let your investment go to waste. You’re making a hefty financial investment by choosing to go to Japan. Why waste your budget on $100 sushi meals and $500 hot-spring excursion packages, when I could show you how to find cheap sushi that is to die for, and how to relax in the country’s best hot-springs for a fraction of that price? The “All-You-Can Japan” travel guide does just that - it maximizes the return on your investment in experiencing the enigmatic Land of the Rising Sun. My Japan travel guide does not list the cheapest travel options. It provides you with the smart choices. It allows you to achieve the complete Japanese experience within your set budget, and when you go to Japan it even saves you hundreds of dollars that otherwise would go down the drain. |
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DK Travel Paperback (144 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: DK Eyewitness Top 10: Tokyo will lead you straight to the best attractions Tokyo has to offer. Whether you're looking for vibrant festivals and lively nightlife in Tokyo, or seeking out the best attractions for all the family, this pocketsize travel guide is packed with essential information about every corner of this sensational metropolis, catering to any budget. There are dozens of Top 10 lists, such as the Top 10 places in Tokyo to experience Japanese culture, the Top 10 places of worship in Tokyo, and the Top 10 restaurants, shops and hotels. To save you time and money, there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid! Each Top 10 guide now contains a pullout map and guide that includes foldout maps of city metro systems, useful phone numbers, and 60 great ideas on how to spend your day. Your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Tokyo. |
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