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Lonely Planet's Best Road TripsJapan reveals 36 incredible escapes -with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, from appreciating deep nature and secluded hot spring towns between Matsumoto and Kanazawa; to circumnavigating the lush green island of Yakushima populated with sea turtles; and swinging on vine bridges in the Iya Valley.

Updated edition Oct 2025