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Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Japan

By Jessica Korteman and Kimberly Hughes and Selena Takigawa Hoy and Craig McLachlan and Lonely Planet and Louise George Kittaka
Series: Road Trips Guide
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Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan reveals incredible escapes—with maps—so you can experience the freedom of the open road. Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to multi-week adventures. Delight in devouring bowls... Read More
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Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan and enjoy amazing routes from 1 day escapes to multi-week adventures with maps and directions. Devour bowls of hearty ramen and delicious sushi; explore majestic temples and shrines; experience Japanese pop culture - and discover the freedom of the open road.

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Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan reveals incredible escapes—with maps—so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to multi-week adventures. Delight in devouring bowls of hearty ramen and delicious sushi, explore majestic temples and shrines, and immerse yourself in Japanese pop culture.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan:

  • Discover amazing open road escapes that range from 1 day to 3 weeks
  • Each route featured includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, and tips about when to go, duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drives
  • Find the top stops and experiences as well as fun photo opportunities along the way
  • 'Our Picks' section highlights the best drives
  • Local travel experts share why they love each trip
  • Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more

Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Series: Road Trips Guide

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837586820

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2025

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 524g

Pages: 240

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