Chichibu

Explore the Japanese city of Chichibu—a bastion of traditional Japanese customs—with this fascinating Japan travel guide.

This is the first English guide to one of Japan''s best-kept secrets, an idyllic haven of temples, shrines, and serene hills only a short train ride from the heart of Tokyo. Chichibu, a quiet basin enclosed by steep hills, is an area that evokes the charm and beauty of traditional Japan.

This Chichibu travel book features easy-to-follow maps of the 34-temple pilgrimage route and a fold-out map of the Chichibu area; model itineraries; and comprehensive information about the area''s numerous festivals.