Every day National Geographic experts travel the world, going behind the scenes and into the heart of a country's culture, history, and people. This incomparable experience can be yours through National Geographic Traveler guides, featuring: CHARTING YOUR TRIP, a rich overview of Japan that helps tailor your visit to the time you have and your specific interests. -- EXPERIENCES, unique and hands-on, including an overnight climb of sacred Mount Fuji, visiting a Kabuki theater, practicing zazen meditation, surfing in Okinawa, and enjoying Japan's cherry blossom parties and tea ceremonies. -- INSIDER TIPS from National Geographic photographers, writers, and explorers, as well as local experts, on favorite hot spots, practicalities, and more. -- WALKING TOURS AND HIKES, with maps color-coded to site descriptions, including Shibuya, Kyoto's Higashiyama district, Hakodote, Hagi, and Tsuwano. -- EXCURSIONS OFF THE BEATEN PATH, including exploring beautiful Japanese gardens, going wild in Hokkaido, canoeing in the Kushiro Wetlands, walking the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail, and whale-watching off the coasts. -- NOT-TO-BE-MISSED LISTS for every chapter, pointing to detailed descriptions of highly recommended sites and activities. -- GORGEOUS COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS, ILLUSTRATIONS, AND MAPS that make it easy to select, navigate, and get the most from every site.
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