Japan Travel

Japan is arguably the preeminent food nation on earth, a Mecca for the world's greatest chefs, with more Michelin stars than any other country. The Japanese go to extraordinary lengths and expense to eat food that is marked both by its exquisite preparation and exotic content. Their creativity, dedication, and courage in the face of dishes such as cod sperm and octopus ice cream is only now beginning to be fully appreciated in the sushi and ramen-saturated West.

The Japanese people have always seen themselves as a nation uniquely apart. Their exquisite art forms and elegant culture, military prowess and technological precision, have long been the envy of friend and foe alike. Today, even as Japan adapts to a rapidly changing world, its traditional culture and consensus-based philosophy have proved remarkably resilient. Culture Smart! Japan will broaden your perception and understanding of this complex, rich, and dynamic society.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is just for you. Greater than a Tourist by Laura Welch offers the inside scope on Sendai. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

Dive into the thrilling and serene world of Shinto monks, street food vendors, anime characters, Okinawan centenarians, technological innovators, J-Pop megastars, ancient philosophers, onsen dwellers and so many more. There are so many ways to fall in love with Japan. It's home to one of the world's most unique cultures: a perfectly balanced celebration of past traditions; the vibrancy of now and the need to look fearlessly into the future.

 Greater Than a Tourist - Tokyo Japan, by Paula Danciu, offers the inside scoop on Tokyo.  

This is for anyone interested in the fascinating culture of Japan, the small country that makes huge contributions to the world, from the astounding technology to the unique Japanese food. Whether you'd like to study in Japan or just wishing to make a bucket list trip, it is a great place to get to know.

For Zimmern, local cuisine - bizarre, gross or downright stomach turning as it may be to us -- is not simply what's served at mealtime. It is a primary avenue to discovering what is most authentic - the bizarre truth - about cultures everywhere. In this section, Zimmern assuages his craving for grilled lizard and frog sashimi.

In 1980 Cathy N. Davidson traveled to Japan to teach English at a leading all-women’s university. It was the first of many journeys and the beginning of a deep and abiding fascination. In this extraordinary book, Davidson depicts a series of intimate moments and small epiphanies that together make up a panoramic view of Japan.

Japan is an amazing country to visit. The rich history and the culture are unlike anywhere else in the world. Learn some fun facts about Japan. Learn about the Sumo, the people and much more. Great for kids' book reports, reading programs, and overall learning.

Merlin the Magician will not eat or sleep or speak to anyone in Camelot. What can be done? The enchantress Morgan knows who to ask for help: young Jack and Annie of Frog Creek, Pennsylvania! The brother-and-sister team quickly head off in the magic tree house on another magical and historical adventure.

Without bothering to get approval from the President, the State Department, or even the FTC, Dave Barry's publishers sent him to Tokyo. You'd think they would have known better. Now the word is Barry has set back our diplomatic relations with the whole Pacific Rim by a couple of decades. Japanese culture, dining, sport, and industry all come under Barry's relentless scrutiny.

Alongside best-selling travel guides, we at Writing Souls' Travel Guides have decided that our friends do not want to solely learn about the culture of their dream countries, but also live it, see it, and, most importantly, taste it. Thus, we came up with a whole new series providing you with the best recipes we could find and packed them into easy-to-follow step by step instructions. 

Making It Big in Japan is your ultimate guide to living, working, and playing in Japan. The information you get about Japan from reading articles online in English only scratches the surface. Like an outdated textbook, the advice seems to be stuck in the 1980s without reflecting the real pace of change in Japan. There is a need for more clarity and explanations of information that is often only available in Japanese. To fill this gap, I have interviewed the people who influenced me, served as role models, or offered valuable perspectives along my seven-year journey in Japan.

31 Months in Japan: The Building of a Theme Park is the story of two Southern Californians embarking on the adventure of a lifetime - moving to Japan to participate in the construction of the Universal Studios Japan theme park. 

Great Than a Tourist: 50 Things To Know About Nara City by Roger Shitaki offers an approach to discovering Nara from the heart of her ancient origins, local customs, and the natural wonders that envelop her. Most books on Nara will enamor you with deer and places around Nara Park. Although there is nothing wrong with that, Greater Than a Tourist offers personalized insights which connect the dots and smooth the way to experiencing Nara as a synergetic whole rather than a collection of places to see. 

Du denkst in Japan machst du alles falsch und trittst in jedes Fettnäpfchen? Mit diesem Hörbuch lösen sich deine Unsicherheiten und Sorgen in Luft auf, denn du bekommst ein konkretes Drehbuch für Japan, inklusive Japanisch. Deine Reisevorfreude vervielfacht sich und du bekommst ganz viel Lust darauf noch mehr Japanisch zu lernen. Wie? Online mit dem Gratis Japanischkurs der Autorin.

Du denkst in Japan machst du alles falsch und trittst in jedes Fettnäpfchen? Mit diesem Hörbuch lösen sich deine Unsicherheiten und Sorgen in Luft auf, denn du bekommst ein konkretes Drehbuch für Japan, inklusive Japanisch. Deine Reisevorfreude vervielfacht sich und du bekommst ganz viel Lust darauf noch mehr Japanisch zu lernen. Wie? Online mit dem Gratis Japanischkurs der Autorin.

Eine klingende Kulturgeschichte Japans von den Anfängen bis in die Gegenwart. Das kleine Einmaleins japanischer Mentalität: Japan ist den Europäern trotz Globalisierung noch immer fremd und rätselhaft. Alles ist anders: die Umgangsformen, die Kommunikation, das Essen, die Kultur. Das alte traditionsreiche Japan (Shintoismus, Buddhismus, Teezeremonie, Ikebana, Japanische Gärten, Sumo) existiert unmittelbar neben dem hochindustrialisierten, modernen Staat (Sony, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Karaoke, Manga, Anime).

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Hekinan City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan by Bree Crandy offers the inside scoop on small-town, rural Japan. 

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Mito. Greater Than a Tourist - Mito, Ibaraki Japan, by Author Jeffry Logan Stringer, offers a local’s take on the capital of Ibaraki Prefecture. A city close to the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo, yet has maintained its small town atmosphere. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist.