About Tokyo Outdoors by Matthew Baxter
Tokyo Outdoors is the only guide you’ll need to fully explore Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region. On foot, by bicycle or hiking, this book not only takes you to the main tourist spots, but also countless off-the-beaten-track spots. From famous historical landmarks such as the Imperial Palace to modern attractions like the Tokyo Skytree, this travel book offers something for any kind of person, whether you’re a visitor to Japan or living in the capital.
Fully up-to-date, Tokyo Outdoors contains:
– 45 walks, cycling rides and hikes in and near Tokyo,
– Hundreds of insider tips from a writer who has lived in the city for more than 10 years,
– 12 day trips that include Yokohama, Nikko, Kamakura, Enoshima and Karuizawa,
– More than 40 detailed print maps,
– Online maps included for use on the go, with additional recommendations for food and drink, shopping, temples and shrines,
– Beautiful color photos offer an impression of the amazing sights you’ll visit,
– Recommended restaurants and cafes,
– A simplified Tokyo subway map,
– Super easy to use with a train pass, as each itinerary starts and ends at a railway station,
– Festivals and events calendar, based on locations in the book,
– Lists of the best cherry blossom and autumn leaves spots,
– Top 5 lists for various interests, such as history, culture, shopping, art and museums.
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Author Bio:
Matthew Baxter is a travel author living in Tokyo, the heart of Japan. Having traveled across the country for several years, without much money, he has built up an extensive knowledge of budget travel in the Land of the Rising Sun. He took all these experiences and channeled them into Super Cheap Japan, which has since become an essential read for many travelers to Japan. This travel guide has since been supplemented by books such as Super Cheap Hokkaido, Super Cheap Tokyo and Super Cheap New Zealand. In addition to these books, he has also written Tokyo Outdoors, which is based on his vast experience exploring the capital on foot and by bicycle.
Living in Japan allows him to visit each and every spot in his books, plus ensure they are kept up to date. He also writes professionally for several websites and publications, such as the Japan National Tourist Association, GaijinPot, Japan Visitor and All About Japan.