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Time Out Guide to Tokyo, 4th Edition Paperback – June 10, 2005

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From futuristic skyscrapers to ancient temples, sex clubs to sushi bars, it's all here. Learn how to navigate the city with no street names, and make the most of the numerous shopping options, from must-have souvenirs to electronics bargains. The guide also explores sights beyond Tokyo, including Japan's second city, Yokohama, the hot springs of Hakone and the slopes of Mount Fuji. 'Well written by people who know what they're talking about' Dally Yomiuri, Tokyo

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Nicholas Coldicott has lived in Tokyo since 1998, and is currently Editor-in-Chief of a Tokyo-based creative agency. He was Consultant Editor for the previous Tokyo guide and has also written about Tokyo for the Japan Times, Tokion, Time and Cnet. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Time Out; 4th edition (June 10, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1904978371
ISBN-13: 978-1904978374
Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
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Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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Very Useful, But Could be Much Better!

ByM. L. AsselinVINE VOICEon August 18, 2006

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I did a fair amount of research before deciding to purchase this particular guidebook for my week-long trip to Tokyo. I read much of it on the plane ride over, which is when began to see some of its weaknesses. The book could have stood better editing, for one thing. On p. 11, for instance, a passage reads, "Emperors became largely figureheads, manipulated by a series of powerful regents from the dominant Fujiwara family. The invention of the kana syllabary, " etc., and then immediately following "The emperors were largely figureheads, manipulated..."!

The writing, in general, though, is engaging, even if it very much underplays the intrinsic interest of so many sites in Tokyo. As an example, at the Meiji Shrine, "the treasure house...isn't that interesting." About the Meiji Jingu Gyoen garden at the same shrine, "It's neither large nor especially beautiful...." Now that might be just the frank information that a tourist wants, except that it seems to be the general attitude the book holds towards so many sites that I thought were more interesting than my "guide" suggested. I felt that I was traveling with a cranky aunt.

Also, as another reviewer suggested, directions to attractions from subway stops are not always very helpful. Try, for instance, to find the Godzilla statue on the sole basis of the directions the guidebook gives. At least in that case, its lack of clarity gave me an opportunity for an amusing interaction with a shop clerk.

For my part, I didn't like having to flip back and forth from the sections on sightseeing to the separate sections addressing food and lodging. When I am touring around, I like to be able to relate the locations of the good restaurants to the places I am visiting. This isn't easily done with this guidebook.

My criticisms aside, I took this relatively slim volume everywhere with me. The maps aren't terrific, but they they were helpful. The schematics for the rail and subway system were indispensable. The historical context the book provides is concise and illuminating. The resources section at the back could stand some expansion on topics such as buying international phone cards.

This is a good resource for a short trip. It's just that it could have been a better resource.

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Great Tokyo Guide

ByAmazon Addicton May 1, 2007

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Just got back from a trip to Tokyo and this book was great. I bought the Rough Guide to Japan as well as this book, and I was glad to have this book while in Tokyo. It provided tons of info and lots and lots of pictures...I like to have pictures when I travel, it helps me make quick decisions about what I want to see and when.

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Well organized guide lacking decent map

Bychmon February 27, 2007

I was on a business trip for the first time to Tokyo and stayed over the weekend to do some sightseeing. Since I only had limited time I found the "Don't Miss Sights" section very useful, did most of what the guide had recommended and was very satisfy with their recommendations.

I found the guide in general very informative on what to do, but don't rely on it to get you there. The major attractions are fairly easy to find but if you are looking for a specific restaurant, bar, club, etc., the map doesn't provide you with enough street detail and the addresses are only in English. My recommendation is to get a map in both Japanese and English to get you around.

Train and Subway are the best way to get around, but the stations can be quite overwhelming. Again, the guide only provides station maps in English. You can purchase a pre-paid card in 1000yen, 5000yen and 10000yen for travel on the subway lines so you don't have to try to figure out how much to pay for each trip (most are between 160yen to 190yen). For JR lines, you will also need to purchase a separate pre-paid card at the station ticket offices. I heard from locals that there will be a common pay-as-you-go card (like Suica) you can purchase for both JR and subway by summer 2007.

I ignored the sarcastic comments from the author since I did not buy the guide to get insight on Japanese culture. But it does make for some interesting reading on the subway/train.

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Good Information but lousy maps

ByOliveron December 30, 2005

Time Out Tokyo provides good cultural information -- restaurants, musuems, stores, etc. Unfortunately, it does not contain even the basics in terms of maps. Many of the recommended sites are not on any map in the book, and there is no overall map.

The Lonely Planet Tokyo City Guide is far better in terms of maps and other logistical information, such as where trains run and when. On the other hand, Time Out is clearly better when it comes to what to see and do. So, take your pick, or take both!

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Mandatory for a trip to Tokyo

ByM. Sloveyon April 7, 2006

I've just returned from my first 10 day trip to Tokyo and had to write about how fantastic this guide book was. The maps were excellent - especially since the streets in Tokyo are not always labeled. They enabled my group and I to find the excellent clubs, shrines, temples and restuarants with ease. All the places we checked out in the guide were fantastic and the paragraph descriptions were insightful and helpful. I will always take a Time Out Guide when traveling going forward!

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Time Out Tokyo

ByLocalBoi808on May 6, 2007

If you are looking for a very comprehensive guidebook on Tokyo, you won't get anything better than Time Out Tokyo. The Time Out guidebooks are almost always very complete with a wide range of activities, restaurant, and recommendations. There is also cultural information in there to help you get a little more acquainted with the cultural differences of the country you are visiting. No matter wat your purpose is for the trip, Time Out Tokyo is definitely a good buy.

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Excellent travel companion

ByE. Keenanon November 11, 2005

This book is getting worn out during my 2 month stay here...

and for good reason...I feel as if I'm traveling with a secret friend.

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tardy shipping

ByPatricia B. Useraon August 30, 2005

The book is wonderful, excellent. The problem with your orders is that you're always stating that it's available within 24 hours and then take weeks to mail stuff out.

It's obvious you do not keep the stuff in stock and are ordering from supplier only after someone places an order. So why say that? It implies that you'll be shipping it out within 24 hours, which is NEVER the case. You have to work on that.

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