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Axel Schwab

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January 24

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Axel Schwab is a Munich-based travel author, photographer, and Japan expert. He lived in Tokyo for five years as a student and expat. Traveling to Japan regularly for over 30 years, he specializes in practical, self-guided travel guides and Japanese culinary culture.

He is the author of the popular "Tokyo Maze" series, offering step-by-step itineraries, detailed walking tours, exclusive insider tips, and maps for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers looking to explore Tokyo off the beaten path. His book "Japan in 60 Easy Steps" serves as a practical trip-planning guide, helping beginners and experienced travelers navigate local etiquette and avoid cultural faux pas.

His further publications include the "Tokyo Photo Guide", "Japan Han ...more

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Neue Auflagen Labyrinth Tokio und Tokyo Maze erschienen

Anfang Januar ist die 10. Auflage des Japan-Reiseführers »Labyrinth Tokio« sowie die 3. Auflage der englischen Ausgabe »Tokyo Maze« in München erschienen. Nachdem die 9. Auflage auf einem Stand von Dezember 2019 war und fast 30 Sehenswürdigkeiten, Cafés, Restaurants und Geschäfte für immer schlossen, war das Update dringend notwendig. Am härtesten traf es die Tour in Odaiba, wo gleich drei Station

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Axel Schwab’s books

Average rating: 4.0 · 225 ratings · 20 reviews · 32 distinct works • Similar authors

	Tokyo Maze – 42 Walks in and around the Japanese Capital: A Guide with 108 Photos, 48 Maps, 300 Weblinks and 100 Tips (Japan Travel Guide Book 1) by Axel Schwab (Goodreads Author), Jane Jane (Translator) 3.95 avg rating — 92 ratings — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Japan in 60 Easy Steps: The compact and comprehensive travel guide with expert tips (Japan Travel Guide Book 2) by Axel Schwab (Goodreads Author), Jane Riester (Translator) 4.10 avg rating — 61 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Japan spielend in 60 Schritten: Der kompakte und fundierte Reiseratgeber mit Profi-Tipps 4.52 avg rating — 25 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Labyrinth Tokio - 38 Touren in und um Japans Hauptstadt: Ein Führer mit 95 Bildern, 42 Karten, 300 Internetlinks und 100 Tipps. 4.60 avg rating — 10 ratings — published 2008 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tokyo Food – 101 Places to Eat: A Restaurant Guide with 194 Photos, 21 Maps and 101 Tips by Axel Schwab (Goodreads Author), Alana Campbell (Translator) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 4 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Japan in Berlin: Sushi, Suppen und Shopping 3.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2015 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tokyo Food – 101 Places to Eat: A Restaurant Guide with 101 Photos, 21 Maps and 101 Tips (Japan Travel Guide Book 5) by Axel Schwab (Goodreads Author), Alana Campbell (Translator) 3.50 avg rating — 4 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tokio Foto Guide: Bildband und Reiseführer für Japans Hauptstadt: 70 Highlights mit 230 Farbfotos 3.67 avg rating — 3 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	30 Arts of Edo-Tokyo: A guide to the best hands-on cultural experiences in Japan. (Japan Travel Guide Book 5) by Axel Schwab (Goodreads Author), Alana Campbell (Translator) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Labyrinth München really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars