Lonely Planet Experience Japan

See Japan in a new light with this Lonely Planet Experience guide, featuring insider tips from our team of travel experts so you can create your dream itinerary.Japan is a playground for adventurers and beyond must-see sights like Mount Fuji and Sensō-ji there are unique corners, epic views and unexpected spaces waiting to dazzle you. Our on-the-ground experts have immersed themselves in the Zen spirit of a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto and snorkelled in the crystal-clear waters of the Yaeyama Islands. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Experience Japan travel guide. Our Experience format reveals exciting new ways to explore iconic destinations so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure, including:Easy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries to help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interestsInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy viewsVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of JapanConnect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from immersing yourself in Japan's onsen culture, to lodging at a Buddhist temple, and exploring the mysterious world of yōkaiPractical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secretsCovers: Tokyo, Central Honshū & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Shikoku, Kyūshū, Hokkaidō, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands plus day trips to Nikkō, Mt Fuji, and the Lakes Match your interests with one-of-a-kind adventures and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Japan.