New Japan Solo

by Eiji Kanno, Constance O'Keefe

Japan can be a bewildering place for the tourist traveling alone with little or no language skills. But with the right guide, it can be paradise. Published in cooperation with the Japan National Tourist Organization, New Japan Solo is that perfect travel companion. The latest edition of a book
the New York Times called "indispensable" has been fully updated and provides a wealth of information far beyond the offerings of the typical travel guide:

- Hundreds of listings for dining, lodging, and travel tips for all budgets-updated with current phone numbers, addresses, and prices
- Suggested itineraries for trips of varying lengths to all regions of Japan
- More than 200 regional and city maps, updated and with detailed transportation routes and landmarks
- Place names in both English and Japanese
- "Conversation cards"-passports to simple and enjoyable Japanese conversation
- Concise directions, exact schedules, and latest train routes

With its methodical approach and abundance of information, New Japan Solo gives an insider's view of one of the Far East's most desirable travel destinations, supplying everything necessary to make any sojourn a success.

Paperback

First published May 1, 1994

Reviews

[Alexandra]

Yes it's outdated, but I found it rather useful in helping me put together a good mind map of the places I was planning to go, things to look out for, foods to try, cultural observations... Worth a read.

[Emily]

Despite the title, this book is an extremely useful resource for solo and group travelers alike. Travel books tend to date very quickly-this book is not as updated as frequently as others, yet still remains extremely relevant. Great maps and practical information. Includes information on well visited tourists sites as well as “off the beaten path” travel. This is the only travel book I used while living in Japan and really the only one you need.