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 travelling
around the country on a budget however is the Japan Rail Pass. Use this comprehensive guide
in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of a trip to Japan. • 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 sulphurous volcano to windswept desert 33 route maps • Includes new routes –
including the extension of the shinkansen route from Nagano to Kanazawa (the Hokuriku
shinkansen) • Railway timetables and frequency charts – Bullet trains and all described routes
• Customs etiquette Japanese words and phrases – with kanji • With kanji hiragana katakana
for all place name text – readers can point to the text when asking Japanese speakers for
directions • Extended Highlights – extra colour sections make this book even more
user-friendly and attractive
