Taking into consideration both Kyoto's ancient heritage and contemporary lifestyles, this Lonely Planet guide has something for everyone, from backpackers to business people. Holidaymakers will find sections on Kyoto's temples and shrines as well as Japanese cuisine and teahouses. Tips for excursions to Nara, Osaka, and Lake Biwa are offered and a handy language section is also featured.
Travel guides explore countries, regions and cities in depth and for every budget, with reliable, easy-to-use maps, first-hand recommendations, well-researched background information and thorough, up-to-date coverage of all the sights -- on and off the beaten track. There are more than 230 titles in this classic series covering nearly every country in the world.-- how to survive a cyclo ride, escape to the cool comfort of a highland retreat or be hip in Ho Chi Minh City-- accommodation options, from Mekong Delta homestays to Hanoi highrises-- the scoop on Vietnam's gastronomic delights and the lowdown on how to eat them-- a handy guide to essential local lingo
Exploring the exciting city of Hanoi is made easy with practical recommendations on the best places to stay and eat, smart tips for finding bargains in this shopper's paradise, and a valuable chapter on the Vietnamese language. Also featured are helpful hints for day and weekend side-trips outside the city.
Sunrise atop Fuji-san, steaming volcanoes, natural hot springs, ancient temples and pilgrim trails, wild subtropical jungles, spectacular gorges, unique wildlife and nature's seasonal shows - explore the wonders of Japan with this meticulously researched guide. - detailed trail notes "with kanji" for more than 70 day and multi-day hikes - 70 detailed, custom-drawn contour maps "with kanji" - accommodation options from gateway cities to remote camp sites - tips on transport to and from the trailheads - practical advice on local culture, responsible hiking and pre-hike preparation - quick reference language section, glossary and gazetteer "with kanji"