LONELY PLANET POCKET KYOTO & OSAKA

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Kyoto & Osaka - and discover twice the place in half the time! Discover Kyoto & Osaka's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From taking a blissful stroll along the Philosopher's Path famous for its cherry-tree-lined canal, to grazing on gooey dumplings as you roam Osaka's D?tombori, and blinking at the gilded brilliance of Kinkaku-ji temple. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Kyoto & Osaka travel guide: • Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days • Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Kyoto & Osaka with ease • Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Nishiki Market, Gion, and Umeda Sky Building • Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions • Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each areas personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights • Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Kyoto & Osaka's best kept secrets and rising trends • Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section • Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance • Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors • Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel • Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Kyoto & Osaka • Covers: Kyoto - Kyoto Station & South Kyoto; Downtown Kyoto; Imperial Palace & Around; Gion & Southern Higashiyama; Northern Higashiyama; Northwest Kyoto; Arashiyama & Sagano. Osaka - Kita; Minami Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Kyoto & Osaka.