Love Japan - A Beautiful Celebration of Japan’s Culture, Traditions and People

As Australian travellers continue to embrace Japan in record numbers - helped by the Australian dollar sitting at a 40-year high against the Japanese Yen - Lonely Planet is introducing a stunning new title designed to inspire deeper cultural connection and discovery.

Love Japan

More than a travel guide, Love Japan is an immersive journey into the heart of one of the world’s most fascinating destinations. Through over 70 captivating topics, readers will uncover the rituals, traditions, craftsmanship, food and everyday moments that make Japan so unforgettable.

From sacred Shinto shrines and steaming onsens to sushi culture, bonsai, karate and spiritual pilgrimages, Love Japan explores both the timeless and modern sides of Japanese life through authentic local voices and expert storytelling.

Inside Love Japan:

• The ultimate deep-dive into special and unique aspects of life in Japan with stunning photos, maps and how-to guides

• Over 70 topics that explore culture and tradition; lifestyle and community; art, craft and design; nature and landscape; food and drink

• Includes 25 interviews with Japanese experts offering firsthand insights into bonsai, karate, sushi and more

• Features beautiful illustrations by Japanese artist QI Ren

• Written by Lonely Planet's team of on-the-ground writers in Japan: Yoko Kawaguchi, Manami Okazaki, Rie Miyoshi, Yuko Tamura, Kylie Clark, Florentyna Leow, Rob Goss, Craig McLachlan

Releasing from September 2026

ISBN 9781806532995
FORMAT Hardback, Full Colour, 304 Pages
DIMENSIONS 246 x 192 mm I 7.56 x 9.69”
RRP GBP £22.99 I AUD $44.99 I NZD $55.00 I USD $27.99