〇Genre: English Books on Japan


Overview

The past, present and future of Japanese culture . . . discuss

Many threads -- from arts, literature and music to technology, style and food -- run through the tapestry of culture in Japan.

With numerous illustrations, 159 concise summaries and insightful comments from multiple voices, The Japan Culture Book brings them all together to give an overview of cultural scenes in Japan and help jumpstart lively conversations on any topic, be it the tea ceremony, Comme des Garcons or Godzilla.


Contents

To Japanese Readers
To English Readers

01 MUSIC
02 ART
03 MANGA
04 LITERATURE
05 PERFORMING ARTS
06 ANIME, GAMES, CHARACTERS
07 RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY
08 GEIDO, THE WAY OF THE ARTS
09 CINEMA
10 CUISINE
11 FASHION
12 ARCHITECTURE