Japan Travel Guide: Things I Wish I'D Known Before Going to Japan (2026)
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This isn’t just another travel guide; it’s a journey shaped by over 30 years of exploration, experience, and love for Japan. In Things I Wish I’d Known Before Going to Japan , Yuki and Ken Fukuyama share their lifelong passion and insider knowledge gained from over three decades of exploring every corner of the country. This essential guide is the perfect companion for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike. Packed with local insights, practical travel tips, and authentic cultural experiences, this guide will lead you through the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, the serene temples of Kyoto, the vibrant charm of Osaka, and the majestic landscapes of Hokkaido. Wherever your journey takes you, you’ll find everything you need to plan your perfect trip. Inside this comprehensive and fully updated 2026 edition, you’ll discover: • Expertly crafted itineraries – perfected through 40+ revisions for every type of traveler. • Essential travel details – including operating hours, ticket prices, transportation tips, and more. • In-depth guides to Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hokkaido , plus hidden gems off the beaten path. • Top winter destinations for snow lovers and seasonal adventurers. • Detailed, up-to-date maps to help you navigate Japan with ease. • Insider budgeting advice to travel smart and save big. • Accommodation recommendations for every budget and style. • Japan’s best-kept secrets – from tranquil villages to unique cultural treasures. • Authentic local cuisine you won’t want to miss. • Major events and festivals happening across Japan. Japan Travel Guide 2026 Edition Review: Amazing Book! Fully recommend!! - Great book! Many pictures, they are black and white but fully understandable. Many useful tips. They give detailed prices and opening and closing hours for the places they recommend. They translate some food/words and prices from Yen to USD for you. For some of the attractions they recommend, they’ll also tell you what the nearest train station would be. It has very few typos, but some things get lost in translation and there is a language barrier… it’s just a sweet old couple who did a great job:) Review: heading to Japan soon - Great book. This will be my 4th time visiting Japan and have found your book inspirational. I often fly into Osaka and depart from Hanada. Your books has many great suggestions and I will use it on my next visit. Thank you for sharing your ideas and places in Japan.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 709 Reviews |
A**A
Amazing Book! Fully recommend!!
Great book! Many pictures, they are black and white but fully understandable. Many useful tips. They give detailed prices and opening and closing hours for the places they recommend. They translate some food/words and prices from Yen to USD for you. For some of the attractions they recommend, they’ll also tell you what the nearest train station would be. It has very few typos, but some things get lost in translation and there is a language barrier… it’s just a sweet old couple who did a great job:)
A**R
heading to Japan soon
Great book. This will be my 4th time visiting Japan and have found your book inspirational. I often fly into Osaka and depart from Hanada. Your books has many great suggestions and I will use it on my next visit. Thank you for sharing your ideas and places in Japan.
P**L
Curious book
The grammar was sometimes incorrect. Some of the "facts" in the book are not for children to read. Many of the suggestions are the personal opinion of the author. On the positive side, this book gives information that is not in a common tourist guide, and quirky info on the culture and customs.
L**M
Very unorganized information. The table of contents doesn’t match the chapters. .
The chapters are not organized well by city. Cheap print and flimsy paper. Lousy pictures. Not enough detail. Otherwise some good basic personal opinions which appear to be must see choices for sightseeing or adventure. Just too elementary. Needs updating. Would return but appreciate the individuals for taking the time to jot down some fairly helpful points. If they fluff up the print and paper quality and cleaned up (or at the very least, connect the table of contents correctly to the sections by city or area) each chapter might flow and read better.
S**O
Thanks!
Steady good for baby boomers interested in topic!
L**Y
Informative and easy read
If you plan to go to Japan, this book is much needed. Crucial tips and tricks are provided. I liked the way the book was laid out. The different topics were easy to find and reference back to when needed. I very much enjoyed the budget hacks and how to easily manage your trip.
M**K
Quick understanding of Japan
Good quick read. Very helpful in planning my trip.
P**E
interesting
Good information and surprised to see most recommendations included in my upcoming cherry blossom tour. Really good information if you are planning to travel without a tour group. No practical information about money, credit/debit cards, etc. I think this might need to be updated after 5 years things change.
T**Y
Scam, do not buy it
This book is a scam. Zero value add. No details provided. Simple random copy paste things you can get anywhere on the internet printed in the book format with ugly pictures from black and white printer. No useful information whatsoever. Do not waste your money. I have requested the refund.
M**N
Very Useful guide
Bought as a gift. V well received, helped to organise and plan their trip and they found it v useful
L**Y
Boas ideias
Bom guia para conhecer um pouco o Japão antes de ir. O livro é todo a preto e branco e a qualidade de impressão é baixa. Os preços e horários podem ficar rapidamente desatualizados mas é um bom começo para preparar a viagem.
0**0
Beautiful japanese
Beautiful live japanese books.
R**B
Uitstekend
Gekocht voor mijn schoonvader, hij was er blij mee.
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