Japan by Rail - Trailblazer

The most affordable and efficient way to travel around Japan is by train with a rail pass.

Japan is steeped in legend and myth, perhaps the greatest of which is the popular misconception that the country is simply too expensive to visit. The truth is that flights to Japan are cheaper than they've ever been, accommodation can be great value, while the warm hospitality which awaits every visitor costs nothing at all.

The real secret to traveling around the country on a budget, however, is the Japan Rail Pass. With this pass you can travel on some of the fastest trains in the world as often as you like for as long as you please - and all for one bargain price. Use this comprehensive guide in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of your trip to Japan.

- Practical Information
- City guides and maps
- Kilometre-by-kilometre route guides
- Railway timetables
- Customes, Etiquette and Japanses phrases
- Over 28 colour photos and 41 route maps