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Japan in One Month – travel guide (e-book)
- A complete four-week route, day by day
- Tokyo, the Alps, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima
- Ryokan, onsen, temples and castles
About the product
A four-week journey through Japan at a relaxed pace: Tokyo, Nikkō and Mount Fuji, the Japanese Alps with Kanazawa, Shirakawa-gō and Takayama, Kyoto and Nara, Osaka, Himeji Castle, Hiroshima and the island of Miyajima. Week-by-week and day-by-day plans, the Japan Rail Pass, ryokan and onsen, where to stay, tips for a long stay and price levels. With photos.
What you get
- A complete four-week route, day by day
- Tokyo, the Alps, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima
- Ryokan, onsen, temples and castles
- Budget, rail passes, alternative routes and long-stay advice
- Approx. 28 pages with 13 photos
- EPUB for e-readers and PDF for phone, tablet or print
Read an excerpt
Planning a month in Japan
A month lets you see the great cities and the countryside, and slow down in ryokan, gardens and hot springs. The route runs from Tokyo through the mountains to Kyoto and west to Hiroshima, ending in Osaka for the flight home.
- Week 1: Tokyo, Nikkō and Mount Fuji
- Week 2: Kanazawa, Shirakawa-gō and Takayama
- Week 3: Kyoto and Nara
- Week 4: Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima and Osaka
Finding the right pace
Stay three to five nights in each base. Send big suitcases ahead with the luggage delivery service (takkyūbin) from hotels and convenience stores, and travel with a small bag.
Practical tips for a long stay
- Buy a Japanese eSIM or rent a pocket Wi-Fi for data and maps.
- Use coin laundries, found in every neighbourhood, or hotels with washing machines.
- Book ryokan and popular restaurants early.
- Pharmacies (yakkyoku) are common, but some medicines common in Europe, such as certain strong painkillers, are restricted; check before you bring them.
- Keep copies of your documents in your email or cloud storage.
Best time for a month
Late March to May, or October to November. A 21-day Japan Rail Pass can cover the long journeys of weeks 2 to 4.
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Contents (11 chapters)
- Before you go
- Planning a month in Japan
- Week 1: Tokyo, Nikkō and Mount Fuji
- Week 2: Kanazawa, Shirakawa-gō and Takayama
- Week 3: Kyoto and Nara
- Week 4: Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima and Osaka
- Where to stay along the way
- Alternative routes and more ideas
- Food and drink
- Culture, events and useful words
- Budget and packing for a month
Questions and answers
Are the photos free to use?
All photos are from Wikimedia Commons and are public domain, CC0 or CC BY. Photographers are credited at the back of the book.
How current is the guide?
Prices, rules and event dates were checked for 2026 and are updated in new editions. Prices are rough estimates, and entry rules and opening hours can change, so check official sources before you travel.
Was it made with AI?
Yes. The text was written with the help of AI and checked before publication.
Format and terms
Format: E-book as EPUB (Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, Kindle via “Send to Kindle”) and PDF.. Made with the help of AI and tested by our quality control. Not tax, accounting or legal advice. Terms and right of withdrawal
