Description
For fans of Japanese manga and anime, a trip to Tokyo is an absolute
must!
In this captivating Tokyo travel guide, award-winning manga artist and
author Evangeline Neo travels to the Japanese capital with her mascots Kopi the
dog and Matcha the cat in tow, bringing you to all the otaku sights this city
has to offer. She shows you where to shop for manga memorabilia in Akihabara
and Nakano, takes you on a tour of famous anime and manga museums like Studio
Ghibli and Sanrio Puroland, and shares her experiences at a cosplay studio, a
maid and butler cafe, and a manga drawing class.
In addition to manga and anime-related adventures, Eva brings readers to
all the must-see Tokyo sites as well – from Asakusa’s Sensoji Temple to Tokyo
Tower and the Meiji Shrine. She also introduces travelers to sushi train
restaurants, hot spring baths and a kimono makeover session – even a day trip
to Mt. Fuji! Along the way, she shows you all her favorite places to shop and
eat, and gives advice on what to pack, what to buy, how to get around, and even
how to speak a few words of survival Japanese.
This manga guide to Tokyo is depicted in charming
and humorous drawings and stories, which are as enjoyable for armchair
travelers as they are practically useful for visitors to the city. Step into
the world of modern Japanese culture through this amusing and unique guide to
one of the world’s top cities.