As its title suggests, this book captures the essence of Japanese life and culture in 100 words. From well-known concepts like zen, kawaii and anime to their lesser-known counterparts waiting to be discovered by the West, Japan in 100 Words covers it all.
Readers will learn more about:
- Chochin-decorative lanterns seen everywhere from shrines and temples to izakaya
- Fugu-the very carefully prepared delicacy of poisonous blowfish
- J-pop-the now widely popular musical genre
- Karoshi-literally translated as "overwork death"
- Omiai-the Japanese version of an arranged marriage
- And much more!
The beautiful full-color illustrations bring these ideas, places and objects to life-making it the perfect addition to any Japanophiles library or a fun and useful introductory guide for a first-time visitor to Japan.
- ISBN10 4805316217
- ISBN13 9784805316214
- Publish Date 17 August 2021
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Tuttle Publishing
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 224
- Language English