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 Dōtombori, 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.

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