Matthew Baxter is een Britse reisauteur die gespecialiseerd is in Japan. Nadat hij elke prefectuur met een beperkt budget heeft bereisd, is hij een expert geworden in het begeleiden van prijsbewuste reizigers naar het Land van de Rijzende Zon. Zijn inzichtelijke artikelen zijn verschenen op prominente platforms zoals GaijinPot, Japan National Tourist Association, Japan Visitor en All About Japan, met ook vermeldingen op BBC en NHK.
"This book is perfect for backpackers, budget travelers, families on a tight budget, students and those who are new to Japan. Get the most out of this amazing country, without burning a hole in your wallet" -- From publisher's website.
Tokyo Outdoors is the only guide you'll need to fully explore Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region. On foot, by bicycle or hiking, this book not only takes you to the main tourist spots, but also countless off-the-beaten-track spots. From famous historical landmarks such as the Imperial Palace to modern attractions like the Tokyo Skytree, this travel book offers something for any kind of person, whether you're a visitor to Japan or living in the capital. Fully up-to-date, Tokyo Outdoors contains: 45 walks, cycling rides and hikes in and near Tokyo, Hundreds of insider tips from a writer who has lived in the city for more than 10 years, 12 day trips that include Yokohama, Nikko, Kamakura, Enoshima and Karuizawa, More than 40 detailed print maps, Online maps included for use on the go, with additional recommendations for food and drink, shopping, temples and shrines, 110+ photos offer a impression of amazing sights you'll visit, Recommended restaurants and cafes, A simplified Tokyo subway map, Super easy to use with a train pass, as each itinerary starts and ends at a railway station, Festivals and events calendar, based on locations in the book, Lists of the best cherry blossom and autumn leaves spots, Top 5 lists for various interests, such as history, culture, shopping, art and museums.