Your essential Japan travel guide, from the experts at DK Travel

Ancient temples, futuristic cities, cherry blossom trees: Japan makes for an unforgettable trip. If you want to see the very best of Japan (plus a few surprises), DK’s Japan travel guide is the one for you.

Every page is designed to inspire you and make planning easy, with travel ideas, easy-to-follow itineraries, and detailed area-by-area chapters so you can experience Japan your way, whatever you’re into. Inside this updated Japan guide book, you’ll find:

- our expert picks of Japan's must-see sights and top experiences
- photography and illustrations that put you inside the country’s hot spots
- clear, dependable maps and easy-to-follow tours
- inspiring itineraries to match your time, interests, and pace
- cultural insights that bring Japan's history and traditions to life
- tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay
- detailed area-by-area chapters, covering all parts of Japan
- practical advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe

Spending more time in Tokyo? Try DK Tokyo travel guide or Top 10 Tokyo.