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"Explore the heart of Japanese culture with Cool Japan, a new three-part travel guide from Museyon Guides. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 years of history, from the ancient love story The Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to exp…
This book is designed for Japanese language beginners who are planning a visit to Japan or already living there and wish to learn spoken Japanese quickly and easily - on their own or with a teacher. This book introduces all the basics of the spoken language with an emphasis on p…
"A classic memoir of self-invention in a strange land: Ian Buruma's unflinching account of his amazing journey into the heart of Tokyo's underground culture as a young man in the 1970's"--Amazon.com. "When Ian Buruma arrived in Tokyo in 1975, Japan was little more than an idea …
"A classic memoir of self-invention in a strange land : Ian Buruma's unflinching account of his amazing journey into the heart of Tokyo's underground culture as a young man in the 1970's When Ian Buruma arrived in Tokyo in 1975, Japan was little more than an idea in his mind, a …
"A classic memoir of self-invention in a strange land : Ian Buruma's unflinching account of his amazing journey into the heart of Tokyo's underground culture as a young man in the 1970s. When Ian Buruma arrived in Tokyo in 1975, Japan was little more than an idea in his mind, a …
Kanagy is an expert on Japanese culture and works as a travel systems consultant, leading cycling tours of Japan. In this handbook, she provides insight and firsthand advice on navigating the language and culture of Japan. Photos, many in full color.
"Showcasing the new talent of Tokyo's vibrant food scene, Andrea Fazzari profiles 31 chefs who are shaping the future of one of the world's most dynamic food cities. Filled with portraits, interviews, and recipes, author Andrea Fazzari explores the changing landscape of food in …
"In February 2004, when her American husband, a recently ordained Zen monk, leaves home to train for a year at a centuries-old Buddhist monastery, Tracy Franz embarks on her own year of Zen. An Alaskan alone--and lonely--in Japan, she begins to pay attention. My Year of Dirt and…
The Rough Guide to Japan
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Teaches you the practical phrases and expressions needed for common, everyday interactions in Japan in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable.
"The Little Book of Kyoto is a celebratory visual guide to one of the world's truly unique cities. Kyoto was Japan's imperial capital for one thousand years, as well as its cultural birthplace. A companion to the best-selling The Little Book of Japan, this captivating volume wea…
Writer and filmmaker Christal Whelan offers deep insights into the clash of old and new, traditional and modern that plays out on a daily basis in Japan's ancient heartland. The western region of Japan is known as Kansai--centering around the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara, …
"While teaching in Japan, Judith Pascoe was fascinated to discover the popularity that Emily Brontë's novel Wuthering Heights has enjoyed there. Nearly 100 years after its first formal introduction to the country, the novel continues to engage the imaginations of Japanese noveli…
Provides travel information on Tokyo, Japan; recommends the 10 best restaurants, bars, nightlife, neighborhoods, hotels, and local attractions.
This Kyoto and Nara travel guide contains everything you need for getting around the region!Kyoto is the number one travel destination for foreigners in Japan, but it can be a difficult place to navigate if you don't know Japanese. This handy new pocket atlas and transportation …