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Japan in 100 Words: From Anime to Zen: Discover the Essential Elements of Japan

By Ornella Civardi, Gavin Blair, Ayano Otani (Illustrator)
Hardcover
$16.99
By Ornella Civardi, Gavin Blair, Ayano Otani (Illustrator)
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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 tr...

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