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Japan by Rail ebook

Japan by Rail ebook

For train travellers going to Japan! We already provide free extensive advice on making your trip wonderful on our website, forum and directly by responding to customer emails. Sometimes though we all want something more in-depth that is instantly ready to hand. So we have worked on something special with the esteemed travel publisher Trailblazer Guides. Introducing Japan by Rail by Trailblazer Guides, which is now available for the first time as an eBook and exclusively low priced on our site. To get the best out of your trip this is the perfect guide for train travel across Japan, and the perfect companion to your Japan Rail Pass.

With comprehensive coverage, learn about sprawling metropolis cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka to cultural and historical highlights like Nikko, Hakodate, Nagasaki, Asosan, Beppu, and a manifold of other places across Japan.

Introduction to the book from the author (who has travelled across the rail network for the guide):

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 travelling around the country on a budget, however, is the Japan RailPass.

Buy Japan by Rail at a discounted price

The list price of the book is $24.95. Save big on the original price and buy your copy for only $12 with your Japan Rail Pass. Exclusive to JRPass.com*

Here’s what you can expect from the Japan by Rail eBook.

-Insider and Expert Practical information
-festivals and events
-planning your trip
-when to go;
-suggested itineraries
-what to take

Bespoke City guides and maps

-Covering train journeys from the coast to the mountains, from temple retreat to sprawling metropolis; route maps, JR rail service frequencies and frequency charts
-what to see in over 30 towns and cities
-where to stay,
-where to eat
-historical and cultural background

Japan Rail Guide:
-Bullet trains and main JR and private line routes
-Customs & etiquette,
-Japanese words and phrases -with kanji.
-Additional side trips from Tokyo, like the magnificent views of Mt Fuji, and the beautiful Kairakuen Japanese garden.
-Kilometre-by-kilometre route guides

This ebook edition also includes: kanji/hiragana/katakana for all place names mentioned in the book so readers can point to the text when asking Japanese speakers for directions.

Practical information on the Japan by Rail eBook.

We provide the eBook in a handy PDF, epub and mobi format. This means you can read it on your favourite device whenever you want and everywhere you go, including on your phone (iOS, Android), tablet (like iPad), laptop or E-reader. The download is directly available after purchase.

Get Japan by Rail now!

*Pricing is up to date as of publishing this blog post but may change at a later date.

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