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Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan reveals 35 incredible two-wheeled escapes-with maps-so you can experience even more of this extraordinary country. Get ready for an unforgettable bike ride across Japan and discover exhilarating cycling adventures that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Travel through Nichinan-Kaigan Quasi-National Park for dramatic cliffs and ocean spray; spot Pokemon manhole covers as you glide along the Ibusuki Poke Trail; and find art museums and exclusive galleries in the mountain town of Karuizawa. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan: Discover 35 day trips on two wheels that range from a couple of hours to a full day adventure Each bike ride features easy-to-use maps, elevation charts, detailed directions, challenge rating (easy, intermediate, difficult), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break, biking tips and more Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, suggestions on when to go and where to stay Find the top stops and experiences along the way from Ise-jingu to the Toya Gurutto Sculpture Park 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: scenic rides, urban rides, family rides, island rides and art rides 'Also try' recommendations feature extra bike rides in each region Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, bike rental and e-bikes, healthy and safety, responsible travel and more Covers: Around Tokyo, Central Honshu (Chubu), Kansai, Hiroshima and Western Honshu, Northern Honshu (Tohoku), Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu & Okinawa eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan is our most comprehensive guide to cycling trips in this amazing part of the world, with all the inspiration you'll need to plan your next big trip on two wheels.

Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures–bringing you closer to the culture, history and landscapes you'll encounter along the way.Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Discover magnificent mountain views, see the 'temple in the clouds', explore windswept coastal headlands, and so much more.Inside Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage travel guide: Our Journey guidebook format helps you build the trip of a lifetime with step-by-step coverage of this iconic pathSix of our favourite ways to explore the 88 Temples of Shikoku with itinerariesEasy-to-use maps with must-do stops for every stage of the journey, plus elevation charts and a bird's eye route trackerDiscover the best places to eat, drink and sleep as well as recommended detoursInterviews with locals share fascinating stories, tips and insightsIn-depth features and essays cover the history and culture of the journeyDive deep into unmissable experiences'Essentials' toolkit on arriving, money and budgeting, accommodation, accessibility, responsible travel and moreStunning photography throughoutDiscover everything you need to know with Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage –your guide to experiencing one of the world's great adventures your way.