A geek in Japan

Created specifically for fans of Japanese "cool culture," A Geek in Japan is one of the most iconic, hip, and concise cultural guides available. Reinvented for the internet age, it is packed with personal essays and hundreds of photographs and presents all the touchstones of traditional and contemporary culture in an entirely new way. A Geek in Japan decodes the mysteries of the Japanese language, Japanese social values and daily habits, business and technology, the arts, and symbols and practices that are peculiarly Japanese. This revised and expanded edition contains many new pages of materials on all sorts of topics including Kyoto, Japanese architecture, and Japanese video games. It also features a guide to author Hector Garcia's favorite Tokyo hangouts and tips on visiting many "secret" places around Japan. Highlighting the originality and creativity of the Japanese, debunking myths, and answering nagging questions such as why the Japanese are so fond of wearing face masks, Garcia has written an irreverent, insightful, and highly informative guide for the growing ranks of Japanophiles around the world.

Includes index.

First published in the Spanish language under the title Un Geek en Japón by Norma Editorial.

The Japan few people see -- The origins of Japanese culture -- The traditional arts and disciplines -- The unique Japanese characters -- Curiosities and symbols -- The Japanese at work -- Japanese society and daily life -- Japan today -- The world of manga and anime -- Modern Japanese music -- Movies and television -- Video games -- Visiting Tokyo -- Visiting Kyoto -- Traveling around Japan.