Lonely Planet Beautiful World Japan

Delve inside the myriad landscapes of Japan with this stunning collection of photographs and discover the nation's extraordinary diversity of places, people and experiences - from moments in awe-inspiring cities to quiet escapes in remote, exotic corners. Beautiful World Japan is the perfect way to lose yourself in the country. Striking photos fill each page, while special gatefolds open to reveal magnificent panoramas.

Whether you've been and want to retrace your steps and relive the time you spent there, or you're planning your first adventure, this beautiful book takes you on an unforgettable journey from north to south. Begin in Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, a place of hot springs, wilderness, forests and volcanoes, before moving through the country to the southern island of Okinawa, home to amazing cuisine, unique traditions and turquoise waters.

Along the way you'll discover powdered ski resorts, snow-covered national parks, indigenous animals and birds, gorges and dramatic waterfalls. You'll explore sprawling neon jungles, Tokyo in cherry blossom season, the ancient temples of Kyoto, powerful memorials, lush rice fields and delectable cuisine - everything that makes Japan one of the world's most captivating destinations.