{"product_id":"journey-across-japan-9780857508294","title":"Journey Across Japan","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom the author of the Number one bestselling \u003ci\u003eAbroad in Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eJourney Across Japan\u003c\/i\u003e takes us through the 47 unique prefectures of the Land of the Rising Sun\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJapan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with millions flocking there every month to follow the same cookie-cutter itinerary. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBut 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOn 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 \u003ci\u003eJourney Across Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, he takes us with him on an epic adventure that spans every corner of the country. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReaders loved ABROAD IN JAPAN\u003cbr\u003e'Undeniably the best book I've ever read' *****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Experience Japan without ever setting foot there' *****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A heartfelt, humorous journey into Japan and its culture' *****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'I 1000000% reccommend it!' *****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A must-read for Japan enthusiasts' *****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bantam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/27\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780857508294\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 480\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.25lbs","brand":"Chris Broad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53195271569589,"sku":"9780857508294","price":36.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/9780857508294.jpg?v=1788273621","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/journey-across-japan-9780857508294","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}