From the category archives:
Japan is one of the Asian cities that must be seen. It is simply breathtaking to behold in its scenery and full of fun and exciting things to experience. Many come to the Islands of Japan and find they have so much to do, it is impossible to pack it all in to one vacation. From the large amount of attractions, the rich colorful history, and the beauty of the land itself, there is something to appeal to every traveler. You can still see the past traditions mingled with the new ways of today.
Product Description
•ABS Plastic
•Engineered for global travel
•Allows you to plug your appliances into foreign wall outlets
•Fits most wall outlets in: North America, South America, Japan and parts of the Caribbean
•Accepts most British, European and Australian grounded or non-grounded plugs
•Works with dual voltage appliances, power converters and transformers
Dimensions:1.74 x 1.74 x 2.82
Samsonite Grounded Adaptor Plug – North/South America, Japan
Product Description
Adaptor plug changes your appliance plug to fit Japanese outlets…
Japan Adapter Plug A
Product Description
Yokoso!
Explore another side of Japanese culture as professor of anthropology and archaeology Dr. Dwayne L. Merry takes you through the cities and countryside of this exquisite land. Enjoy the rare privilege of observing Sumo wrestlers in training before taking your place ringside at a traditional match. Mingle with the crowds at the famous Senso-ji temple in Asakusa and participate in a wedding ceremony at the Meiji Shrine. Depart for the island of Hokkaido to learn about the traditions and culture of the Ainu, and stop past the hot mineral springs of Noboribetsu. Visit the massive Osaka Castle, the beautiful and ancient temples of Nara, and get swept up in the colorful excitement of the annual Gion Matsuri celebration in Kyoto. Then travel to Shikoku to join the pilgrims visiting the island’s 88 temples and observe a rice planting ceremony before concluding your journey with a rafting trip through the incredibly scenic Iya valley.
Product Description
Portable Hot Water Kettle comes with a rounded European adapter plug attached and we also include the flat pin American USA adapter plug. Can be set for either European high voltage or 220 to 260 volts OR can be set for American 110-130 volts.
European Travel Water Heater
Product Description
This poster shows a red Japanese pagoda and white cherry blossom flowers. At the bottom it says “Japan. Japanese Government Railways.” This poster measures approx. 24″ x 36″
Japan Art Poster Print – 24″ X 36″
Description
“JAPAN: Samurai, Geisha and Technology” Now the magnificent beauty of Japan is available on your TV or PC. This DVD includes amazing videos of Japan, a unique, intriguing country, which has incredible cities, castles, landscapes and hot springs. The videos are indexed so you can plan your tour.
Spectacular DVD videos – You’ll see the breathtaking scenery of Mount Fuji and Miya-jima. Explore Japan’s best castles, ski resorts, relaxing hot springs, beautiful gardens, and its unique culture – a land of kimonos, the tea ceremony, sushi, cherry blossoms, elegant Geisha and powerful Samurai. Shop in Ginza; see Tokyo’s exciting nightlife, exquisite temples in Kyoto and Kamakura, Nikko’s shrines, plus wildlife such as “Snow Monkeys”. Climb Mount Fuji and join in Japanese weddings and festivals.
Japan – A Unique Blend of the Past and Future – You’ll see how Japan has developed the world’s best automobiles and consumer electronics and why it’s the ideal travel site for Americans.
Incredible Travel Planner – See the videos and then plan your trip to one of the world’s safest countries.
Japan: Samurai, Geisha and Technology
Product Description
America’s #1 bestselling travel series
Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do.
Tourism to Japan increased by 12% over the first half of 2007. Half a million tourists were North Americans, of which approximately 100,000 were traveling on business.
Frommer’s Japan
Product Description
The Rough Guide to Japan provides invaluable advice on everything from getting there (including overland routes) to tracking down the latest and best places to sleep, eat, drink and shop. There is comprehensive coverage of all the major sights – and many off the beaten track – from the northern tip of Hokkaido down to the islands of Okinawa, closer to Taiwan than Tokyo. Full-colour sections introduce manga and anime, arguably Japan’s most successful cultural export, its rich variety of festivals and its stunning traditional gardens. All this is accompanied by in-depth coverage of Japan’s history, religions, arts, movies and music plus a discussion of environmental issues. There are maps of all the main towns and tourist destinations, together with separate colour maps of the Tokyo subway system and the rail network in Osaka.
Product Description
Nobody knows Japan like Lonely Planet. With more maps and language content than any other guidebook, this 11th edition unveils the very best of shopping in Tokyo, skiing in the Japan Alps, soaking in idyllic onsen (hot springs), trekking to Kansai’s feudal castles, slurping soba at Kyushu food stalls, and so much more.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Architecture chapter leading you from ancient temples to modern towers
Reliable advice from resident and specialist authors – and locals!
Japanese script in text and on maps makes navigation easy
Japan