{"product_id":"frommers-japan-david-mcelhinney-paperback","title":"Frommer's Japan -- David McElhinney, Paperback","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrommer's books aren't written by committee, by A.I., or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We use seasoned, locally-based journalists like David McElhinney, who lives in Japan, and has been published widely, covering the country's extraordinary culinary and arts scenes, including manga and anime; Japanese history and religious traditions; jazz bars; onsens; and more. He'll steer you away from the touristy and the inauthentic and show you the real heart of the Land of the Rising Sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsider advice on the best travel experiences, like visiting Naoshima (Japan's Art Island); exploring Kyoto's Gion District; making a pilgrimage to Sensoji Temple; skiing in Honshu and Hokkaido; or riding the Skinkansen Bullet Train. Plus tips for navigating the country's lovely but less-traveled corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this guide: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere to find the best ryokan to spend a night, the most beautiful kaiseki meal, the best shopping in Tokyo, and the loveliest Zen rock garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. And NO \"pay for play\". No entity has paid to be in this guide--or any Frommer's guide. At Frommer's, we pride ourselves on decades of journalistic integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed itineraries for planning your trip to suit your schedule and interests (and help you avoid lines and crowds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompelling cultural information so that you'll better understand the history, cuisine, and traditions of Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful photos and maps throughout the book, including a useful fold-out map.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Frommer's: There's a reason Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles, become a household name, and helped millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e David McElhinney\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frommermedia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.45 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.87\" H x 5.12\" L x 1.02\" W\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781628876536\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flowerburst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50774280995120,"sku":"9781628876536","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2712\/8368\/files\/9781628876536_fb1119ad-40cc-4fe1-a819-0f8121be1fd1.jpg?v=1775351112","url":"https:\/\/flowerburst.co\/products\/frommers-japan-david-mcelhinney-paperback","provider":"Flowerburst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}