Lonely Planet Japan 2024

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Japan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Yoshino for Japan's most famous cherry-blossom-viewing festival to sipping sake at a 300-year-old brewery in Niigata, and exploring the Unesco-listed streetscapes of Hagi.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet'sJapan Travel Guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips

Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Japan and connect experiences together with ease

Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including climbing Mt Fuji, visiting Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tosho-gu

Special features on onsen etiquette, Japanese food, and the 88 sacred temples pilgrimage

Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more

Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel

Connect with Japanese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions

Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Tokyo

Covers Tokyo, Mt Fuji & around Tokyo, Central Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.