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Hidden Japan
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Author : Alex Kerr
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2023-09-05
Hidden Japan written by Alex Kerr and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-05 with Travel categories.
"A sharp-tongued spokesman for Japan's environment and traditions" --The New York Times In Alex Kerr's critically acclaimed Lost Japan and Dogs and Demons, he documented the decline of the traditional landscapes of Japan, his adopted home of many years. Here, in Hidden Japan he makes a journey of rediscovery to find the wonders that still remain. Originally published in Japanese as a call to preserve disappearing facets of Japan's rich and ancient culture, Hidden Japan records Kerr's travels to various remote and lesser-known places where pockets of traditional culture can still be found. Some are faraway--like Aogashima Island, 200 miles south of Tokyo--while others are easy to reach, such as Mii-dera temple just east of Kyoto. The ten engaging essays in this book describe surprising remnants of Japan's fragile physical and cultural environment, including: Avant-garde Butoh dancing in the remote village of Tashiro in Akita Prefecture How shochu liquor is distilled from tropical ferns on the Pacific island of Aogashima An austere but delicious kaiseki meal in rural Tottori Prefecture composed of local herbs and meats Anecdotes relating to Kerr's childhood growing up in Japan and his passion for restoring old houses The damage caused by governmental infrastructure and reforestation policies, as well as by tourism Plus many other topics! Kerr's sharp eye for detail and exquisite descriptions of Japanese, arts, architecture and foods will inspire readers who already appreciate his unique look at the "reality" of Japan beyond the romance. His personal involvement and obvious love for his subjects encourage us all to think more carefully about our own traditions and environment, and to challenge ourselves to search for better solutions to preserve what is of value all around us.
Hidden Japan
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Author : Chiara Terzuolo
language : en
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
Release Date : 2024-04-30
Hidden Japan written by Chiara Terzuolo and has been published by Rizzoli Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-30 with Travel categories.
Hidden Japan is the ultimate guide to exploring the roads less travelled, in Tokyo and beyond. Chiara Terzuolo takes us on a journey through Tokyo and its surrounding cities, uncovering the hidden treasures that lie beneath the well-trodden hustle and bustle of one of the world’s most-travelled destinations. From tucked-away bars to quirky vending machines, themed walks to secret tea houses, Hidden Japan is your guide to the art of wandering off the beaten path. With chapters on the Nature, Food, History, Art and Late-Night destinations that you’ll find only in Tokyo, Hidden Japan has detailed recommendations for every kind of traveller. Complete with stunning illustrations by Justine Wong, this is a must-read for anyone looking to explore Japan’s many hidden marvels.
The Beginning Of Heaven And Earth
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Author : Christal Whelan
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1996-09-01
The Beginning Of Heaven And Earth written by Christal Whelan and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996-09-01 with Religion categories.
In 1865 a French priest was visited by a small group of Japanese at his newly built church in Nagasaki. They were descendants of Japan's first Christians, the survivors of brutal religious persecution under the Tokugawa government. The Kakure Kirishitan, or "hidden Christians," had practiced their religion in secret for several hundred years. Sometime after their visit the priest received a copy of the Kakure bible, the Tenchi Hajimari no Koto, "Beginning of Heaven and Earth," an intriguing amalgam of Bible stories, Japanese fables, and Roman Catholic doctrine. Whelan offers a complete translation of this unique work accompanied by an illuminating commentary that provides the first theory of origin and evolution of the Tenchi. Today, the few Kakure Kirishitan communities still in existence view the Tenchi as strange and flawed, expressing a distorted form of Christianity. It is, however, the only text produced by the Kakure Kirishitan that depicts their highly syncretistic tradition and provides a colorful window through which to examine the dynamics of religious acculturation.
Japan 100 Hidden Towns
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Author : Anthony Gardner
language : en
Publisher: Nellie's Publishing
Release Date : 2018-09-27
Japan 100 Hidden Towns written by Anthony Gardner and has been published by Nellie's Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-27 with Japan categories.
Ideal travel guidebook for returning visitors to Japan searching for a deeper cultural experience. Away from the bustling cities of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, there is a hidden Japan--where quiet, bucolic ways of life, and proudly maintained local history and traditions can be found. Japan--100 Hidden Towns is a guide to this other, off-the-beaten-track, Japan. 100 towns from all of the country's 47 prefectures--including some places which may be unfamiliar even to natives of Japan--were carefully selected and reviewed by researchers from over 150 candidate areas, with a focus on nature, culture, food, access, and key dates to visit. Interesting tidbits of local history are also included in each review's "Did you know?" section, while a taste of subjectivity and a few anecdotes are provided in the "We say" segments. This book is supported by a website (www.100hiddentowns.jp) that includes detailed maps to the attractions, and updates to help readers while on their travels. As well as providing a wealth of travel information in one attractive, easily navigable volume, the book is ideal for casual reading--deepening your understanding of Japan as you pour over the pages.
In Search Of Japan S Hidden Christians
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Author : John Dougill
language : en
Publisher: SPCK
Release Date : 2016-09-15
In Search Of Japan S Hidden Christians written by John Dougill and has been published by SPCK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-15 with History categories.
In Search of Japan's Hidden Christians is a remarkable story of suppression, secrecy and survival in the face of human cruelty and God’s apparent silence. Part history, part travelogue, it explores and seeks to explain a clash of civilizations—of East and West—that resonates to this day. For seven generations, Japan’s ‘Hidden Christians’ preserved a faith that was forbidden on pain of death. Just as remarkably, descendants of the Hidden Christians continue to practise their beliefs today, refusing to rejoin the Catholic Church. Why? And what is it about Japanese culture that makes it so resistant to Western Christianity?
Hidden Beauty Of Japan
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Author : Kyoh Katoh
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1964
Hidden Beauty Of Japan written by Kyoh Katoh and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1964 with Japan categories.
500 Hidden Secrets Of Tokyo
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Author : Yukiko Tajima
language : en
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Release Date : 2018
500 Hidden Secrets Of Tokyo written by Yukiko Tajima and has been published by Uitgeverij Luster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Travel categories.
"An inspirational and practical guide to Tokyo's finest and most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes"--Amazon.com
The Sudden Disappearance Of Japan
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Author : James Dale Brown
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994
The Sudden Disappearance Of Japan written by James Dale Brown and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with History categories.
Japan S Hidden Apartheid
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Author : George Hicks
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2019-06-17
Japan S Hidden Apartheid written by George Hicks and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-17 with Social Science categories.
First published in 1997, this volume confronts the common impression of Japan as a successfully homogeneous society which conceals some profound tensions, and one such case is presented by the ethnic Korean community. Despite many shared cultural features there are marked contrasts between the Japanese and Korean value systems and interaction is embittered by Japan’s colonial record in Korea up to 1945. This study examines all major aspects of the Korean experience in Japan including their evolving legal status, political divisions and cultural life as well as the effect of Japan’s relations with Korean regimes.
Chichibu
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Author : Sumiko Enbutsu
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 1990-12-15
Chichibu written by Sumiko Enbutsu and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990-12-15 with Travel categories.
Explore the Japanese city of Chichibu--a bastion of traditional Japanese customs--with this fascinating Japan travel guide. This is the first English guide to one of Japan's best-kept secrets, an idyllic haven of temples, shrines, and serene hills only a short train ride from the heart of Tokyo. Chichibu, a quiet basin enclosed by steep hills, is an area that evokes the charm and beauty of traditional Japan. This Chichibu travel book features easy-to-follow maps of the 34-temple pilgrimage route and a fold-out map of the Chichibu area; model itineraries; and comprehensive information about the area's numerous festivals.