Providing in-depth descriptions of major cultural, architectural and historical sites, this guide takes the reader on a tour of Japan and includes mapping of specially commissioned walks and drives, plus regional and city maps.
Second edition
Nicholas Bornoff brings a long association and intimate knowledge to a country of contradictions and paradoxes that often bewilder Westerners but which Japanese take for granted. Isolated from the world until 150 years ago, Japan today comfortably blends old, new, East, West, tradition, and change. Bornoff describes the best ways to tackle Tokyo and such other must-see sites as Mount Fuji, Hokkaido and its national parks, imperial Kyoto, historical Nagasaki, and dozens of other major and lesser-known places. In-depth features discuss the fascinating contrasts between Japan's modern, cutting-edge technological facade and its ancient core, and highlight traditions such as Kodo drumming, the exquisite beauty of garden design, and the spirits and demons that animate Noh and kabuki theater. Numerous city walking tours, a hike through feudal Hagi, and a stunning array of photos and artwork compliment this exciting, insider's guide.
A history of Japanese sexual mores and a survey of modern Japanese love, marriage and family life. The author explores the subject starting with creation myths and ending with present-day love hotels, soap ladies, porn videos and sex shows.
Third Edition - Kabuki Buddhist Temples National Parks Markets Lantern Festivals Gardens Sushi & Sashimi Walks
Blending old, new, East, West, ancient Asian and modern traditions, the exquisite island nation of Japan is showcased in National Geographic Traveler: Japan, 3rd Edition. The guide describes the best ways to tackle Tokyo and other must-see sites such as Mount Fuji, Hokkaido and its national parks, imperial Kyoto, historic Nagasaki, and dozens of other famous and less-known places. Detailed artwork includes Nara’s Horyu-ji Temple.
Le guide traveler sono il compendio della secolare esperienza accumulata daNational Geographic nel campo del reportage di viaggio e dell'indaginenaturalistica. Il risultato di questo impegno è un opera al contempo "agile" ecompleta, ricca di immagini e di pratici ragguagli, utili a chi vogliapreparare un viaggio o a chi semplicemente intenda cogliere, al di là delleapparenze, la vera essenza del Giappone.