"Splendidly compact yet infinitely helpful...admirably concise without losing one ounce of relevant coverage." -- Booklist "An excellent choice for people who want everything under one cover." -- Washington PostPocket Guides are designed for leisure and business travelers who want the highlights of a destination. They contain full, rich descriptions of the best a destination has to offer -- the most worthy sights, the best restaurants and lodging in all price ranges, plus shopping, nightlife, and outdoors highlights.All the must-see sights and essential activities ? The key landmarks from 17th-century shrines and peaceful gardens to modern-art museums and sleek skyscrapers ? Great sources for kimons, pearls, electronics, and crafts ? Where to catch Kabuki, No, Bunraku, and traditional and modern danceThe best dining and lodging in every price range ? Traditional ryotei, neighborhood izakaya, noodle shops, and sushi bars serving fish straight from the sea ? High-rises with city views, family-run inns, efficient business hotels, and budget hostelsPlus 20 pages of maps and a vocabulary guide