Fodor's Essential Japan (Full-color Travel Guide)

Great material and suggestions! In an increasingly digital world, there’s something satisfying about a travel book still. After the trip, it serves as a reminder of the adventure, and is even more useful for a return trip once you have a basic understanding of the are.

Great information & maps!

Book is a very detailed and reliable with detailed information on Japan. Used it extensively on a recent trip to Japan and found it very useful. I wish it had better detailed maps of the metro system. Taxis can be expensive in Japan and we used the metro often.

We gave this book to brother in law who lived in Japan as a child. Trip in May is planned and said this will come in handly. He is in his 60's, so lot of things have changed. Excited to see their photos from the trip. Never been disappointed in Fodor travel books. He was thrilled to get this book to help them plan their activities.

When I travel, I prefer having a real guide book, as I don't have to rely on finding a reliable wifi connection on my mobile, or use up massive memory on my phone. Fodor's has always been my go-to guide book if there isn't a Time-Out or Harvard's Let's Go guide on the country/city. Helps with just about everything, from how to navigate public transportation, to finding a good bar or hotel.

Informative with a veritable load of information. Very useful when planning a trip.

This travel guide is well laid out and easy to follow. Tons of info about travel destinations in Japan, food, customs and culture. Great detailed info regarding transportation in and between cities. I highly recommend this travel guide.

Great tour book, very concise with excellent recommendations and suggestions.