Lifestyle Bookazine Book of Japan 2nd Edition Edizione posteriore

Yōkoso
Or, to non-Japanese speakers, “welcome”. It’s a simple phrase, used across Japan to make you feel at home in restaurants, shops, and hotels. But it’s much deeper than just a greeting; you are being invited into a whole new and intricate world, one that has only recently unveiled its treasures to outsiders. Japan is a nation of many things, from sakura blossoms to Shinkansen bullet trains, but it is not like any other country. Complex systems of writing, etiquette, and even dining dominate every aspect of life. Yet the unique nature of Nippon is part of its charm: incense-scented temples sit beside loud and proud karaoke bars, a juxtaposition that only seems acceptable in Japan. If going to this inimitable Asian nation enthrals and excites you, this informative bookazine is the first-time visitor’s key to understanding it. You’ll get a whistle-stop tour of the country’s fascinating history and culture, learn how to perform traditional rituals from praying to public bathing, and tour all the amazing places you need to add to your Japan itinerary. With this as your guide, you’ll feel at home, wherever you go.