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The Total Guide to Japan is the perfect companion to make the most of your trip to this fascinating country. This guide describes Tokyo, the modern capital, with its endless contrasts between modernity and tradition and its magical night scenes, and of course Kyoto, the former imperial capital, repository of the most ancient Japanese art and culture. This guide will also take us through cities as dynamic and full of history as Hiroshima, Osaka or Nagoya, through the mountainous landscapes of the Japanese Alps, the pilgrimage routes of the Kumano Kodo or the temples of Nikko and Koya-san. And for those who seek to get away from the most typical routes, less visited places are also described such as the southern island of Kyushu with its incomparable volcanic landscapes and its cozy onsen; the Ryukyu Islands with their white sand beaches and turquoise waters; Shikoku, an ideal place to discover on foot following the pilgrimage path of the 88 temples; Tohoku, the north of the island of Honshu, and of course, the island of Hokkaido, ideal for nature lovers. To understand such a complex and captivating country, this guide also has an extensive section dedicated to its history, art, and culture that allows the reader to fully immerse themselves in Japan, all accompanied by eye-catching photographs and the essential maps and plans to find their way around. The practical information and service directory sections provide useful information on means of transport, budget, where to eat or sleep, shopping, etc.