Your essential Japan travel guide

Picnic under Tokyo's cherry blossom trees, taste sake in the mountains of Honshu or explore the tranquil temples of historic Kyoto – Japan makes for an unforgettable trip. If you want to see the very best of a place (plus a few surprises along the way), DK’s Japan travel guide is the one for you.

Every page is designed to inspire you and make planning easy, with travel ideas, easy-to-follow itineraries and detailed area-by-area chapters so you can experience Japan your way, whatever you’re into.

Inside this updated Japan guide book, you’ll find:

- our expert picks of Japan's must-see sights and top experiences
- beautiful photography and iconic cutaway illustrations that put you inside the country’s hot spots
- clear, dependable maps and easy-to-follow tours
- inspiring itineraries to match your time, interests, and pace
- cultural insights that bring Japan's history and traditions to life
- tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay
- detailed area-by-area chapters, covering all parts of Japan
- practical advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe

With DK, planning feels like part of the adventure. Whether it’s your first trip or your fifth, our Japan travel guide book will help you make every day as memorable as the next.

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