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The Girl In Kyoto
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Author : Hidemi Woods
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-01-15
The Girl In Kyoto written by Hidemi Woods and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-15 with categories.
Memoirs and essays of a girl who was born as the 63rd successor of a landlord's 1000-year-long family in Kyoto that was the most traditional and formal city in Japan. How her family and people in her community strived through conflict between Japanese old ways of life according to ancient customs and waves of a new era is depicted with full of humor and pathos along with the girl's feelings into coming of age. Japanese original seasonal events and what and why Japanese people think in particular ways are also explained in the course. In the end, what her family had really inherited and preserved generation after generation is unveiled, and finally there comes the end of the family that brought over 1000 years of prosperity to naught.The house was built when I was nine years old at the place where our old house was torn down because it was too old to live in. That old house was built about 100 years ago. My ancestors lived at exactly the same spot generation after generation for over 1000 years since my family used to be a landlord of the area. We are here for around 63 generations. My father succeeded the family from my grandfather, and I would have been the next successor if I hadn't left home to be a musician. Because my father failed the family business and didn't have the next successor for help, he had sold pieces of our ancestor's land one by one. Now his money has finally dried up and he can't afford to keep the last land where the house stands. When I dropped out college and left home for Tokyo to be a musician a long time ago, I thought I would never come back to this house again. I have made unplanned visits since then, but I assumed it would be the last visit each time. I was accustomed to a farewell feeling toward the house in a way and I departed with no particular emotions this time either. The cab was running through my familiar neighborhood where I spent my entire childhood. It was still shabby as it used to be. The cab drove through old houses of my childhood friends where I used to play with them, and under the overhead train bridge where I ran into perverts so many times. From the window, I saw the elementary school I went to, and the sidewalk my first song came to me while I was walking on. The bookstore where my father bought me my first English dictionary and also where he spotted his missing cousin. A place where a milk factory used to be that I waved to its plastic cows beside the gate every time I passed by in my father's car. The old temple where my late grandparents used to take me and let me feed doves. Then something struck me and I suddenly realized. It wasn't just the house I was losing. I was losing my hometown and departing from my childhood. I would never be in this neighborhood again because it was going to be an unrelated, foreign place from now on. Although I had always hated my neighborhood, that thought brought a lump to my throat and soon I found myself crying. I was stunned at this unexpected feeling. If I hadn't been inside a cab, I would have wailed.
An Old Tree In Kyoto
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Author : Hidemi Woods
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-03-22
An Old Tree In Kyoto written by Hidemi Woods and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-22 with Humor categories.
My parents live in my hometown, Kyoto, which is located in the western part of Japan. A long time ago, when Japan had the feudal system, my family was a landlord of the area. It has come to a complete downfall over the years, but my family still clings to its past glory. For them, to succeed the family is critical. I'm firstborn and have no brother which meant that I was a successor and destined to spend the whole life in my hometown. But music changed everything. To pursue a career in music, my hometown was too rural and I had to move out. Back then I was a college student and moving to a city meant dropping out of school. My parents fiercely opposed but as usual, they left the matter to my grandfather who controlled the family. Considering his way to keep a tight rein, everybody including myself thought he might kill me. I could have run away, but I wanted to tell him for once what I want to do for my life.
My School Days In Kyoto
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Author : Hidemi Woods
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-12-28
My School Days In Kyoto written by Hidemi Woods and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-28 with categories.
We all face decisions every day, big or small. It may be as trifling as what to eat for lunch, but sometimes it is as important as what decides a course of our life. And the big one often comes abruptly like a surprise attack when we least expect it, unguarded. I faced the first crucial decision unexpectedly on my 20th birthday.In Japan, 20 years of age is regarded as the coming-of-age and there is a custom to celebrate it. When I was 20 years old, I lived in a big house with my family. My parents had a hefty fortune inherited by my ancestors as it was before they failed in their undertaking and lost every thing. For them, my coming-of-age was such a big event that they had bought an expensive sash of kimono for me months in advance for a municipal ceremony held in the first month of the year. Since I defied the custom and didn't attend the ceremony for which the sash was wasted, my parents determined that my 20th birthday should be memorable at least and planned a party. I wasn't told about the party because they wanted to surprise me.On my birthday, I was hanging around and having fun with my friend until night, not knowing that my parents and my sister waited for me with 20 red roses and expensive steaks cooked and delivered from a restaurant. As crazy as it sounds, my curfew was 9 p.m. back then. I had too much fun and broke it that particular day. I came home half an hour late bracing for a rebuke from my parents. What awaited me was beyond rebuke actually.I usually came in from the back door that was left unlocked, but it was locked that night. I went around to the front gate that was locked too. I thought my father had locked them by mistake and pushed an intercom button. My mother answered and I asked her to open the door. She said in a tearful voice, "I can't. It's no mistake. Your father shut you out of the house." She started crying and continued, "We were preparing a party and waiting for you from this afternoon. We waited and waited until your father got furious. He said that he didn't want you to come home because you never appreciated this important day and your family. I can't open the door. Your father doesn't want you in this house any more." I was astounded at the deep trouble I suddenly got into.I could have apologized repeatedly and begged her to let me in. Instead, I was wondering if that was what I really wanted. I didn't have anything but now it was a chance to leave the house. Totally out of the blue, the moment for a decision for life came up. If I lived in this house forever as a family's successor like I had been told to, I would inherit family's fortune. But if I threw it away, I could do whatever I want for my own life.In a matter of seconds, I decided. I chose freedom over money. I said, "That's fine. I'm leaving." I felt oddly refreshed and upbeat. My chained life came to an abrupt end through the intercom. My mother panicked and shouted, "What do you mean that's fine? Wait! Don't go! I'm coming to open the door! Stay there!" I saw her rushing out of the house and dashing toward the gate. She grabbed me in. On the dining table, there were two empty plates that were my father's and my sister's and two untouched steak plates that were my mother's and mine. In the center was a big vase with 20 roses. I ate steak with my mother who was weeping through on my completely ruined 20th birthday.Shortly afterwards, I eventually left home and became a musician. My mother, my grandmother and my aunts were married unwillingly for money. My father and my grandfather gave up what they wanted to do in order to succeed the family. They all looked unhappy and I didn't want to live like them. But I also didn't know freedom didn't come cheap and my decision would lead to trials and hardships that I had to endure as a consequence...
Captive In Kyoto
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Author : Deborah Kemp
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2002-10-07
Captive In Kyoto written by Deborah Kemp and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-10-07 with Performing Arts categories.
Page Tanaka becomes involved in the disappearance of a student at the university where she teaches when another student requests her help in finding the missing girl. Soon it becomes evident that this is another in a series of missing women. Page is unwittingly drawn into a dangerous situation when she agrees to help the police. Readers will recognize familiar characters from Kyoto Connection and Kiss of the Geisha who return in this third book in the continuing series where kidnapping and murder once again mix with romance and passion. Beneath the peaceful and serene beauty of Kyoto lurks a secret world where women fall victim to men who use them for sex and money. Is a serial rapist targeting "gaijin", and holding them captive in Kyoto, or is it part of a bigger plan for white slavery?
The Story Of The Geisha Girl
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Author : Taizo Fujimoto
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
The Story Of The Geisha Girl written by Taizo Fujimoto and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Japan categories.
Lonely Planet Kyoto
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Author : Lonely Planet
language : en
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Release Date : 2018-08-01
Lonely Planet Kyoto written by Lonely Planet and has been published by Lonely Planet this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-08-01 with Travel categories.
Lonely Planet's Kyoto is your most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk through vermillion gates towards the summit of Fushimi Inari-Taisha; glimpse 'old Japan' in the lanes of Gion; and time your trip for the best cherry blossom and crimson maple leaves -all with your trusted travel companion.
Kyoto Connection
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Author : Deborah Kemp
language : en
Publisher: Author House
Release Date : 2002-03-01
Kyoto Connection written by Deborah Kemp and has been published by Author House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-03-01 with Family & Relationships categories.
An American woman, Page Queenan, lives and teaches in Kyoto, Japan. She meets a wealthy Japanese man, Kenji Tanaka, and quickly becomes involved with him, only to be drawn into his world- a world where money is no problem, or is it? Page suspects Kenji is being followed, and her suspicions become reality when he is kidnapped. Some quick thinking and detective work on her part helps to end the kidnapping, but the drama doesnt end there. Page and Kenjis relationship causes his family to question whether Page is only interested in Kenjis money, and if she was possibly involved in the kidnapping. His family gradually comes to realize the seriousness of Kenjis commitment to Page, but Page continues to have doubts that they will ever accept a gaijin as a suitable partner for their only son. They travel to Okinawa, London, and Boston, and their whirlwind romance becomes a strong and passionate union. Flying First class, staying in five star hotels, receiving jewelry from Cartier, and dresses from Chanel, is something Page has never experienced before, but even money cant shield her from what is to come. Page and Kenji are determined to stay together as they deal with an attempted murder, accusations of infidelity, and revenge from an unexpected source, but being accepted in Kenjis world could prove to be Pages most difficult challenge of all.
A Geisha S Journey
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Author : Komomo
language : en
Publisher: Kodansha Amer Incorporated
Release Date : 2008-01-25
A Geisha S Journey written by Komomo and has been published by Kodansha Amer Incorporated this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-25 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
From the cobbled streets where Komomo walks in her elaborate dress to the inner sanctums of her dressing room, these pages offer a rare look at a contemporary teen's journey to becoming a geisha, photographed in full color by Naoyuki Ogino. This is the story of a contemporary Japanese teenager who, in a search for an identity, became fascinated with the world of geisha, and discovered in herself the will and the commitment to embark on the many years of apprenticeship necessary to become one. It is also the story of a young Japanese photographer who grew up
Alice In Kyoto Forest Volume 2
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Author : Mai Mochizuki
language : en
Publisher: TOKYOPOP
Release Date : 2022-03-30
Alice In Kyoto Forest Volume 2 written by Mai Mochizuki and has been published by TOKYOPOP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-30 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Alice is certainly not in her world anymore. This version of Kyoto is magical and confusing — and Alice can't seem to find her childhood first love, Ren, the person she believes summoned her to this Kyoto in the first place. Strangely enough, the Imperial Crown Prince looks startlingly like Ren... but if he summoned her here, why doesn't he recognize her? On top of all that, Alice realizes she must discover her heart's true calling in order to remain in Kyoto Forest. If she doesn't find a purpose, she'll rapidly grow old and eventually disappear altogether! Stories and fairy tales have always gotten her through the sadness of her rootless life back at her aunt's house. Perhaps it's time to rely on them once again, here in magical Kyoto Forest.
Ash
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Author : Holly Thompson
language : en
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press, Inc.
Release Date : 2001-10-01
Ash written by Holly Thompson and has been published by Stone Bridge Press, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-10-01 with Fiction categories.
Caitlin Ober is back in Japan, teaching English in Kyushu. Some 15 years ago, as a little girl, Caitlin lived in Kyoto, but a tragic accident drove her and her family back to America. Now guilt obscures her path, just as ashfall from a nearby volcano covers Kagoshima in dust. In a garden Caitlin meets a teenage half-Japanese girl, Naomi, who may be someone Caitlin can save this time around. Together the two travel to Kyoto during O-Bon, the festival when the dead return. Amid bonfires, temple grounds, and ghostly memories, Caitlin bravely embraces her future. Ash is a bittersweet novel of redemptive beauty, of startling images and alluring details. Holly Thompson lives in Kamakura and writes frequently about Japan. This is her first novel.