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21) Kaiju no. 8: 9
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VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2043].
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Shonen Jump edition.
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English
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English
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Lonely Planet's Pocket Tokyo is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life-neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Explore Japan's temples and shrines, sample delicious Japanese cuisine and immerse yourself in the city's pop culture obsession; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Tokyo and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Tokyo:
Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout
Highlights and...
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From the dazzling lights of Shibuya Crossing to the serene beauty of the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and the hidden culinary gems tucked away in alleyways, we've got every corner of this dynamic city covered.
What You Can Expect from Our Guidebook:
User-friendly, easy-to-read layout
Carefully curated recommendations
Main Categories Include:
- Explore iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-path attractions to experience Tokyo like a true local.
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24) Hokkaido
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English
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New from Bradt is the first-ever, standalone English-language guide to Hokkaido, Japan's second-largest island and northernmost prefecture. Home to under 5% of the country's population, this is a land of vast, wild expanses which demands exploration at any time of year – and feels a world away from Tokyo.
Penned by an outdoors-loving travel writer resident in Japan, Bradt's Hokkaido delves far deeper into this frontier land than country-wide...
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"Sacred Paths" invites readers to embark on a profound exploration of the origins and beliefs of Shinto and Buddhism in Japan. From the ancient reverence for kami to the enlightenment teachings of the Buddha, the book navigates the intricate tapestry of spiritual traditions that have shaped the cultural identity of Japan. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, readers gain a deep understanding of the interconnectedness, coexistence, and...
27) Magical Japan
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English
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I wrote Magical Japan between October to November 2015 which describes the tour I took of North Japan.
I saw Aizu Wakanatsu and Hiraizumi which were the two most interesting points of my tour. I went with a traveling companion and we loved what we saw. I also describe the visit we paid to Nikko and its' environment where went shopping for pottery.
It was a memorable trip and one worth writing about and very different from the fiction I normally...
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"Petals of Joy" offers readers an enchanting journey into the heart of Hanami, the cherished Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing. From the delicate beauty of sakura to the vibrant tapestry of festivals, the book captures the essence of this cultural practice. Through vivid storytelling and cultural insights, readers gain a deep appreciation for the rich history, artistic expressions, and global resonance of Hanami, celebrating the fleeting...
29) Japón
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Español
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Japón combina, como pocos países, modernidad y tradición. Participa en la carrera del espacio y desarrolla robots, pero sus habitantes siguen vistiendo kimonos, realizando la ceremonia del té, disfrutando del sutil teatro kabuki…Símbolo de la modernidad de Japón es Tokio, centro de dirección económica y de creación cultural. Es la sede del gobierno y de la mayoría de grandes empresas, y también es una ciudad de barrios populares, que...
33) Blue lock: 10
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Publisher
Kodansha USA Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
The rematch against the Top Three requires all the players to use their 'weapons' to the fullest. Isagi has made it his goal to defeat Rin Itoshi and steal back Bachira, but he once again finds himself outclassed by Rin in every area. Can Isagi find a way to devour Rin? And what does Bachira's 'monster' have to say about all this?
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The aftershocks of the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor were felt keenly all over America-the war in Europe had hit home. But nowhere was American life more immediately disrupted than on the West Coast, where people lived in certain fear of more Japanese attacks. From that day until the end of the war, a dizzying mix of battle preparedness and rampant paranoia swept the states. Japanese immigrants were herded into internment camps. Factories...
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A century ago, outsiders saw China as a place where nothing ever changes. Today the country has become one of the most dynamic regions on earth. In Oracle Bones, Peter Hessler explores the human side of China's transformation, viewing modern-day China and its growing links to the Western world through the lives of a handful of ordinary people. In a narrative that gracefully moves between the ancient and the present, the East and the West, Hessler...
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Things I Wish I Knew Before Going to Japan
Get ready for a wild ride filled with belly-aching laughter, heart-pumping thrills, and off-the-charts unexpected adventures! Our hero sets out to conquer Japan with a list of things he wishes he knew before coming. But little does he know, that list is about to become obsolete, real fast.
Join him as he stumbles through the chaotic streets of Tokyo, accidentally joins a Kendo group, and realizes the beauty...
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"Brushstrokes of Eternity" takes readers on a captivating journey through the rich history and culture of Japanese calligraphy. From its ancient roots to contemporary expressions, the book explores the artistic, spiritual, and communicative dimensions of this revered art form. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, readers gain a deep appreciation for the evolution of Japanese calligraphy, the mastery of its techniques, and the profound...
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Unaware that the M 9.0 megaquake of March 11, 2011 was just the beginning of it all Yogan Baum narrowly escapes the ensuing tsunami. Wandering around his little village in search of his wife he slowly realizes the really, really bad news is still to come.Early next morning the north-flying Chinooks overhead tell their own story. By nine o'clock, reunited to his wife, the flight from Fukushima is on. Japan is on the brink and the whole world is watching...
39) Mitología japonesa para principiantes Vive las apasionantes sagas de Japón y descubre paso a paso
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Español
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Desde una perspectiva europeo-occidental, gran parte de lo relacionado con el estado de Japón, incluida su historia y cultura y la gente que vive allí, no sólo parece extranjero, sino también en cierto modo inaccesible e incomprensible. Quienes no se ocupan de ello explícitamente a menudo no tienen ninguna conexión con Japón. Por supuesto, esto también se aplica a la mitología japonesa. A diferencia de la mitología grecorromana o nórdico-germánica,...
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This book is a burning flame. "A Cry From The Heart" is what the author needs to share with all of you who care about the future. Wake up! he says, Fukushima is only the tip of the iceberg.Yogan Baum, no longer a stranger in his adopted country, lived through the catastrophic events of March 11, 2011. He still works out of the cozy old house his wife Mariko has made their home over the last thirty years: but, oh, life has changed. The place is Yotsukura,...
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