Japan by Rail: Includes Rail Route Guide and 30 City Guides

The Japan Rail Pass is the key to traveling around Japan on a budget. This comprehensive guide provides practical information, city guides, route maps, and customs and etiquette to help visitors get the most out of their trip. The 5th edition has been fully updated and includes new features such as a Trailblazer guide with twin-color layout and restyled maps, greater coverage of Tokyo, more hot-spring resorts, and more information about areas off the beaten track.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2022
Publisher: Trailblazer Publications

Japan, a land steeped in legend and myth, has long been perceived as an expensive destination to explore. However, the reality is quite different. Flights to Japan have never been cheaper, and accommodation offers excellent value for money. What's more, the warm hospitality of the Japanese people is a priceless experience that comes at no cost.

The true secret to traveling around Japan on a budget lies in the Japan Rail Pass. This comprehensive guide, combined with a rail pass, will maximize your trip's potential.

Practical Information:

Planning Your Trip:

When to Go:

Suggested Itineraries:

What to Take:

Festivals and Events:

City Guides and Maps:

Where to Stay:

Where to Eat:

What to See in 30 Towns and Cities:

Historical and Cultural Background:

Kilometre-by-Kilometre Route Guides:

Covering Train Journeys from the Coast into the Mountains, from Temple Retreat to Sprawling Metropolis, and from Sulfurous Volcano to Windswept Desert:

33 Route Maps.

Japan Rail Service Schedules:

Bullet Trains and Main Routes in This Guide.

Customs, Etiquette, Japanese Words, and Phrases:

With Kanji/Hiragana/Katakana for All Place Name Text—Readers Can Point to the Text When Asking Japanese Speakers for Directions.

Extended Highlights:

Extra Color Sections Make This Book Even More User-Friendly and Attractive.

What's New in This Fully-Updated 5th Edition?

New Style Trailblazer Guide with Twin-Color Layout and Restyled Maps:

Greater Coverage of Tokyo:

Additional Mapping Following Post-Olympic Interest for the Capital:

More Hot-Spring Resorts Added (including Kinosaki, Kinugawa, and Nyuto):

More Information About Areas Off the Beaten Track:

Including the Wood-Carving Town of I.

Japan is a country that offers endless possibilities for travelers, regardless of their budget. With the Japan Rail Pass and this comprehensive guide, you can unlock the secrets of this fascinating nation and create unforgettable memories. So, pack your bags, embrace the warmth of the Japanese people, and embark on a journey that will exceed your expectations.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 122 x 181 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912716142
Edition number: 5 Revised edition