Japan Books and Travel Guides
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Cadogan Tokyo, Kyoto & Ancient Nara From brash, vibrant Tokyo to bustling, haughty Kyoto and serene, cultured Nara, the Cadogan Guide to Japan's capital cities, past and present, reveals the legends and legacies of their courtly pasts. Click Here for More Info |
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Dos and Don'ts in Japan: The Traveler's Guide to Culture
Topics covered include Greetings; Eating, Drinking and Entertaining; Tipping; Gift Giving; Dress; and Conversation Topics. There are tips for e-mail, telephone, and written communications, and meeting etiquette. A brief list of useful phrases and national holidays is also included. Click Here for More Info |
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Exploring Kyoto : On Foot Through the Ancient Capital
What began as the author's translation of Japanese-language Kyoto street and informational signs grew into a bountiful little book complete with superstitions, legends, history, and popular culture. The map key foretells the natural details used to guide the visitor through 27 walking tours of this beautiful, ancient city. Pagodas, gates, and shrines are marked, along with waterfalls, springs, cherry trees, plum trees, and lotus flowers. Click Here for More Info |
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Fodor's Exploring Japan
Even before they travel through Japan, travelers can begin their journey with Exploring Japan. More than 350 beautiful color photographs enhance this guide, which roams from quaint villages with their teahouses and lush gardens to the open markets and great sushi restaurants, historic Hiroshima, modern Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, and more. Click Here for More Info |
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Frommer's Japan
From Tokyo city sights and Mt. Fuji to fascinating temples and shrines, markets, and museums, Frommer's brings Japan to today's traveler. You'll get information on customs, etiquette, cuisine, and the arts as well as tips for saving money and business travel. Click Here for More Info |
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Gateway to Japan
The Gateway book tells you not only where to go, but also gives you in depth information and history about the locations. This is a book that will complement your trip and add background information to make your visits complete. Click Here for More Info |
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Little Adventures in Tokyo : 39 Thrills for the Urban Explorer
Rick Kennedy, author of Good Tokyo Restaurants and Home Sweet Tokyo, has lived in Tokyo for 20 years and knows the city well. When he decided to write Little Adventures in Tokyo, he didn't want to replicate the other comprehensive cinderblock-like guides on the market. He wanted to create a slim, lightweight guide to Tokyo fun, because Tokyo can be overwhelming enough without your guidebook inundating you with information, too. Click Here for More Info |
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Lonely Planet Japan
A practical guide to traveling through Japan on a budget covers a range of opportunities in a country of contrasts--from sumo wrestlers to cherry blossoms, skyscrapers to ancient temples, and pagodas to sex museums. Click Here for More Info |
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Open Road's Japan Guide
Japan Guide includes listings for great hotels, restaurants, tickets, venues, and much more. Readers will discover the people, culture, and history that make Japan an exciting place to visit. Festivals and holidays are detailed, and there are sections in each chapter on shopping for both traditional and modern goods, from pottery and silk to exquisite lacquerware. Click Here for More Info |
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Tokyo for Free
A thorough survey of over 400 attractions of traditional and modern Japan--all absolutely free. Susan Pompian spent three years searching out rare cultural nuggets that expat residents and even many Japanese were unaware of. Included are a visit to the Imperial Palace, martial arts exhibitions, classic gardens and temples, contemporary sculpture gardens, antique markets, museums of all sizes, a sake-tasting room, and much, much more. Click Here for More Info |
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Tokyo Night City : Where to Drink and Party After Work and After Hours
This book is mostly up to date and is still the most informative and enjoyably readable guide to the Tokyo night-life scene. Its fantastic and worth the money for all those living in Tokyo and not knowing where to start. Click Here for More Info |
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Wicked Japanese for the Business Traveler
A pocket-sized guide that combines verbal self-defense with cultural insight. Specifically designed for getting in, getting around, and getting things done--business wise--in Japan. Illustrations throughout. Click Here for More Info |
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