Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Japan and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.

Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Slip into a free rotemburo (outdoor bath) in the forest of Iwaobetsu Onsen; explore Tohoku's famous pilgrim trail deep in the sacred mountains of Yamagata Prefecture; and embrace a cultural stroll past temples and shrines on the island of Miyajima.

InsideLonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Japan:

• Discover 60escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
• Each hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tips
• Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete
• 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: city, off-the-beaten-path, mountain view, onsen soaking and island escape hike experiences
• Local travel experts share their favorite hikes
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
• Covers: Tokyo, Mt Fuji & Around; Japan Alps & Central Honshu; Kansai; Hiroshima & Western Honshu; Tohoku; Hokkaido; Shikoku; Kyushu

Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Japan and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.