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 interests
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Japan
• Connect 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 yōkai
• Practical 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 pack
• QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secrets
• Covers: 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.