Iyer, Pico

A Beginner's Guide to Japan: Observations and Provocations (Vintage Departures)

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ISBN 13:
9781101973479
author:
Iyer, Pico
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Vintage
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
20.1 x 13 x 1.8 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
History, Asia, Japan,
Condition:
New
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Description

A Beginner's Guide to Japan offers a unique perspective on this enigmatic country. Pico Iyer, a renowned travel writer who has called Japan home for over three decades, shares his surprising and profound insights into Japanese culture through a series of brief, incisive glimpses.

From meditation halls to love hotels, and from dinner with celebrities to everyday encounters, Iyer's observations are both playful and profound. This book is a collection of provocations that will pique the interest and curiosity of those who don't know Japan, while reminding those who do of its many fascinations.

With years of experience and a deep understanding of Japanese culture, Iyer crafts a compelling narrative that invites readers to explore this captivating country. A Beginner's Guide to Japan is a worthwhile read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Japan and its people.

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