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Japan in 100 Words: From Anime to Zen: Discover the Essential Elements of Japan (in English)
Gavin Blair
(Author)
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Ornella Civardi
(Author)
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Ayano Otani
(Illustrated by)
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Tuttle Publishing
· Hardcover
Japan in 100 Words: From Anime to Zen: Discover the Essential Elements of Japan (in English) - Civardi, Ornella ; Blair, Gavin ; Otani, Ayano
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Synopsis "Japan in 100 Words: From Anime to Zen: Discover the Essential Elements of Japan (in English)"
As its title suggests, this book captures the essence of Japanese life and culture in 100 words. From well-known concepts like zen, kawaii and anime to their lesser-known counterparts waiting to be discovered by the West, Japan in 100 Words covers it all. Readers will learn more about: Chochin--decorative lanterns seen everywhere from shrines and temples to izakayaFugu--the very carefully prepared delicacy of poisonous blowfishJ-pop--the now widely popular musical genreKaroshi--literally translated as "overwork death"Omiai--the Japanese version of an arranged marriageAnd much more!The beautiful full-color illustrations bring these ideas, places and objects to life--making it the perfect addition to any Japanophiles library or a fun and useful introductory guide for a first-time visitor to Japan.
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The book is written in English.
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