A fascinating journey through the wisdom and wonders of Japan

In love with all things Japan or looking to absorb a little Japanese wisdom into your daily life? From the philosophies of ikigai and wabi sabi to kitsch karaoke nights and futuristic robot restaurants; traditional tea ceremonies and tranquil onsen dwellings to cosplay culture and J-Pop megastars; Japan is full of intriguing contradictions.

Though renowned for its ultramodern capital Tokyo - a sprawling neon-lit metropolis straight from the pages of a science fiction novel - Japan is still deeply rooted in ancient traditionAnd while the country runs with clockwork precision, the cultural life of its inhabitants is transformed with the changing of the seasons, a testament to the enduring power of nature''s rhythms.

Revised and updated, and with each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan unlocks the secrets behind modern Japanese living - whether you''re eating sushi in London or enjoying the cherry blossoms in San FranciscoAnd if you''re dreaming of a future trip to Japan, this book will get you closer to your destination before you''ve even departed.



Format Inbunden Omfång 224 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Dorling Kindersley Ltd Utgivningsdatum 2024-03-07 ISBN 9780241664810