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Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Japan : 36 Day Trips on Two Wheels | Detailed Directions & Maps | Covers Around Tokyo, Central Honshu and Kansai - Jessica Korteman

Jessica Korteman

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  • Pages · 240 pages
  • Publication Date · 12/10/2025
  • Genre · Travel & holiday guides
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Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan reveals 36 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 week-long adventures, from appreciating deep nature and secluded hot spring towns between Matsumoto and Kanazawa; to circumnavigating the lush green island of Yakushima populated with sea turtles; and swinging on vine bridges in the Iya Valley. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan:Discover 36 open road escapes that range from 1 day to 1 weekEach 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 drivesFind the top stops and experiences as well as fun photo opportunities along the way'Our Picks' section highlights the best: historical drives, onsen drives, coastal drives, rural drives, adventure 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 moreCovers: Around Tokyo, Central Honshu, Kansai, Western Honshu, Tohoku, Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu & Okinawa�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.

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