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From the author of the Number one bestselling Abroad in Japan, Journey Across Japan takes us through the 47 unique prefectures of the Land of the Rising Sun

Japan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with millions flocking there every month to follow the same cookie-cutter itinerary.

But beyond the well-trodden tourist trail lies a country made up of forty-seven unique prefectures. Each one has its own story to tell, shaped by centuries of squabbling lords, impenetrable topography and a fierce local pride.

On his quest to show the world that there's so much more to Japan than Tokyo and Kyoto, Chris Broad has visited all of forty-seven prefectures himself. Now, in Journey Across Japan, he takes us with him on an epic adventure that spans every corner of the country.

A collection of embarrassing stories, practical recommendations and hard-learned lessons, this book show us just how much each region has to offer, whether it's a signature dish, a festival or a mildly terrifying mascot.

From flying a plane over Japan's most active volcano to exploring perfectly preserved Samurai districts, this guide will encourage readers, whether you're a Japan neophyte or a seasoned veteran, to carve out your own story in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Readers loved ABROAD IN JAPAN'Undeniably the best book I've ever read' *****'Experience Japan without ever setting foot there' *****'A heartfelt, humorous journey into Japan and its culture' *****'I 1000000% reccommend it!' *****'A must-read for Japan enthusiasts' *****

Brought to you by Penguin.When Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he''d made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he was about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan''s history?Abroad in Japan charts a decade of living in a foreign land and the chaos and culture clash that comes with it. Packed with hilarious and fascinating stories, this book seeks out to unravel one the world''s most mysterious and impenetrable cultures.Spanning 10 years and 47 prefectures, Chris takes us from the chilling summit of Mount Fuji to the chaotic neon-lit streets of Tokyo. With blockbuster moments such as a terrifying North Korean missile incident, a Japanese national TV experience gone horribly wrong and a week spent with Japan''s biggest movie star, Ken Watanabe, Abroad in Japan is an extraordinary and informative journey through the Land of the Rising Sun.©2023 Chris Broad (P)2023 Penguin Audio