costs nothing at all. The real secret to travelling around the country on a budget, however, is the Japan Rail Pass. Use this comprehensive guide in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of a trip to Japan. Practical information – planning your trip; suggested itineraries; what to take; getting to Japan City guides and maps – where to stay, where to eat, what to see in 30 towns and cities; historical and cultural background Kilometre-by-kilometre route guides – covering train journeys from the coast into the mountains, from temple retreat to sprawling metropolis; 34 route maps Railway schedules – Bullet trains and all routes in this guide Customs, etiquette, Japanese phrases Supported by social media – The book is well supported by authors active on social media. Facebook: JapanByRail. Anna Udagawa has been running this facebook page with daily postings for the last two years and this has led to a considerable rise in sales. Website: japanbyrail.com. We will be publicising the book on the Trailblazer twitter feed and with review copies to appropriate rail and general press media outlets.