lonely planet japan

The guides cover major cities (Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka), nationwide routes and regions (including Mt. Fuji, the Japan Alps, Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu and Okinawa), and special-interest topics such as cycling routes and local experience-focused itineraries.

Page counts vary across the collection, typically ranging from about 192 pages up to roughly 768 pages depending on the title and series.

Physical sizes vary by title: pocket formats are about 5.5 x 3.8 inches, while larger guidebooks are around 8.0 x 5.2 inches. Weights range roughly from 0.3 pounds up to about 1.4 pounds depending on page count and format.

Many titles include full‑colour photography, maps (including pull‑out city maps), curated itineraries and walking tours, practical toolkits (transport, money, local tips), and route maps. The cycling guide additionally provides maps with elevation charts and detailed route information.

Pocket guides are aimed at short trips (about 1–7 days), classic Travel Guides support planning for longer or multi‑week trips, and the Experience guide is focused on 1–2 week regional adventures and curated itineraries.

The bike guide presents 35 rides ranging from a few hours to full‑day trips, each with maps, elevation charts, detailed directions, challenge ratings, distances, terrain notes and regional profiles, plus a toolkit covering bike rental and e‑bikes.