Robert E. Shore-Goss

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Okinawa & the Southwest Islands. Discover Okinawa & the Southwest Islands's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from heading to Kame Kame, an old-school neighbourhood noodle shop, for a bowl of hearty ramen; to pausing for a moment of reflection in Okinawa Peace Memorial Park; and learning about the island's role in the birth of Karate.  Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Okinawa & the Southwest Islands effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sightsEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Okinawa culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands.

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Tokyo. This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from spotting style trends past and present along Harajuku's signature shopping street Takeshita-dori; to catching the salt-slinging, belly-slapping ritual of sumo at one of three annual tournaments; and enjoying dinner and drinks at an izakaya:Japan's version of a pub. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Tokyo travel guide: Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 daysAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Tokyo effortlesslyExciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of TokyoExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiencesGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Tokyo Station, to Kabuki-za, and Roppongi HillsEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelCovers: Marunouchi & Nihombashi; Ginza & Tsukiji; Roppongi & Azabudai; Shibuya & Ebisu; Harajuku & Aoyama; Shinjuku & West Tokyo; Kagurazaka, Korakuen & Akihabara; Ueno & Yanesen; Asakusa & Sumida River plus day trips to Ghibli Museum in Mitaka Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Tokyo.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Japan.   Discover Japan's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hitting the slopes of Niseko, Asia's top ski and snowboarding destination; to taking in Kyoto's Gion district while looking out for geisha shuffling the lantern-lit streets; and travelling the long and winding road to Nyuto Onsen, one of Japan's most rustic hot-spring experiences.   Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Japan travel guide:   Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Japan effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of TokyoGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Senso-ji, to Mt Fuji, and Tosho-guEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Japanese culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Tokyo, Mt Fuji & Around Tokyo, Central Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands       Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.

In an era of climate emergency, The Canterbury Earth Justice Lectionary equips clergy, church leaders, and activists with a powerful tool to integrate ecological justice into the heart of worship and spiritual practice. Drawing from the rich traditions of scripture and creation, this ground-breaking volume provides a year-long Sunday lectionary and commentary that aligns the liturgical calendar with the rhythms of the Earth. Lectionary resources are also provided for celebrations like World Wetlands Day, Earth Day Sunday, National Bird Day and for innovative liturgical seasons such as the Season of Creation. A major and innovative new resource for the creative parish and preacher, The Canterbury Earth Justice Lectionary will offer a deeply transformative approach to worship, preaching, and action—empowering churches to become prophetic voices for climate justice and caretakers of the Earth.