Super Cheap Japan: Budget Travel in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima and Surrounding Areas (Super Cheap Guides)

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Super Cheap Japan is the ultimate budget travel guide to Japan, full of the most useful, up-to-date information for a cheap holiday in Japan. With extensive tax-free shopping, crazily discounted train passes and an unbelievable exchange rate, there has never been a better time to visit. Unlike other guides, this book shows you exactly how, where and when you can save money. Go shopping for $4 clothes in Tokyo, enjoy inexpensive hikes in Nikko, or visit Kyoto's beautiful shrines and gardens on the cheap; all with this super helpful guide. Inside the Super Cheap Japan guide book: Budget food - eat for only a few dollars with comprehensive listings of low-cost restaurants, takeouts, supermarkets and more Budget shopping - 100 yen ($1) shops, free sample hotspots, tax-free shopping, discount passes and coupons Color maps for budget travelers, making it super easy to get around Highlights and itineraries based on discount train or bus passes, so you can keep your wallet happy while still having an amazing holiday Train and bus passes - local, regional and national passes, and info on how to use them for additional savings at tourist hotspots Hidden treasures - walking and cycling routes to cut down on train fares, cheap side trips and free alternatives to crowded, overpriced spots Essential help for budget travelers - expert travel tips, free tours, simple to understand directions, translations for places that don't have English support Cheap accommodation - the best and cheapest capsule hotels, net cafes, overnight spas, hostels, campsites and more Guides to Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Mt Fuji, Miyajima, Himeji Castle, Kobe, Yokohama, Kamakura, Nikko, Hakone, Kansai, Kanto, as well as great off-the-beaten-track places nearby This book is perfect for backpackers, budget travelers, families on a tight budget, students and those who are new to Japan. Get the most out of this amazing country, without burning a hole in your wallet! Also consider Super Cheap Hokkaido for Sapporo and the Hokkaido prefecture and Super Cheap Tokyo for the capital and Kanto region. Editorial Reviews "In Super Cheap Japan the author fulfils his mission to keep Japan both affordable and authentically enjoyable for tourists. There is a good balance between an overview of the usual tourist spots and quirkier recommendations that allows travellers to maximise their enjoyment of a singular country while minimising their budget." - Japan Visitor "Lots of great tips and tricks for saving money on your Japan visit! The book covers many areas in great detail, and it is certainly a very useful book for anybody planning a trip to Japan" - Abby Denson, author of the bestselling Cool Japan Guide "Want to travel to Japan but on a budget? Then check out Super Cheap Japan for great money saving ideas" - Doki Doki "A must have book if you are traveling to Japan, it has all the essential information that you might need" - Hector Garciao, author of the bestselling A Geek in Japan Review: Buy this book before your trip to Japan! - Great information! Highly recommend this book. Packed with lots of juicy tips, the author writes in a fun, easy to understand tone, no excessive jargon. It has given us confidence to plan our trip, book our flights and lodging. I had no idea we could do this so affordably. We have already save a lot. For example: Our lodging expense for 30 days, 2 adults, averages $33 per day! We are very excited about using the JR (Japan Rail Pass) and special one day city passes available only to tourists! Also, looking forward to visiting the many free or very low cost, but high quality scenic areas, shrines, temples and more. The author gives a short historic background description of each city covered, with main points of interest, best ways to get around, best time of day to go, info on how to save even more $, 100 yen and 300 yen stores, supermarkets, cheap but good restaurants, and much, much more. So-o-o glad I got this book. You will too. Absolutely worth it. Review: Amazing Guide Book! I Wish I'd Had This from the Beginning! - I'm going to Japan in two weeks, and I've been searching the internet for the best ways to save money while still experiencing the culture. This book is amazing!!! The information is well organized by region and attraction type (modern Tokyo vs. traditional Tokyo, for example). There are recommended restaurants with prices listed, ways to find free wifi hotspots, maps with 100 yen stores, and even tips on where to fill up your water bottle! I wish I'd had this book when I started planning this trip. It would have saved me a ton of time and money. As it is, I am excited to have this guide for planning the remainder of my trip. It will be a big help when I'm in Japan! I feel more confident about being able to navigate the country and get a good deal while doing it.