Travel guides by Matthew Baxter

Matthew Baxter is a travel author living in Tokyo, the heart of Japan. Having traveled across the country for several years, without much money, he has built up an extensive knowledge of budget travel in the Land of the Rising Sun. He now writes professionally for several websites and publications, such as the Japan National Tourist Association, GaijinPot, Japan Visitor and All About Japan.

With extensive tax-free shopping, crazily discounted train passes and an unbelievable exchange rate, Japan is perfect any time of the year. Unlike other guides, these books show you exactly how, where and when you can save money.

The main book, Super Cheap Japan, covers Honshu. This includes highlights such as Tokyo, Osaka and Nara. Super Cheap Hokkaido covers the northern island, so would work well with Super Cheap Japan. Tokyo Outdoors covers the capital and Kanto region, with a focus on walks, hikes and cycling rides.