Little Book of Tokyo
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Take a photographic journey through the modern marvels and historical treasures of Tokyo in this informative, portable Japan travel guide.
The Little Book of Tokyo is the perfect introduction to this enchanting, ultra-modern megacity and provides an immersive take on Tokyo combining Japanese history, photography and cultural commentary. It weaves a tapestry of the city's many unique idiosyncrasies, offering strategies for exploring the High City to the Low City, Tokyo Bay to the top of Tokyo Skytree, and the most important places and happenings in between, including architecture, festivals, and landmarks. It also beautifully captures the many inhabitants of Tokyo, painting a rich and multi-faceted picture of this capital city. A series of 50 informative essays are organized into four chapters:
Tokyo's Edo Legacy
Tokyo Towns
City Perspectives
Spirit of Tokyo
In The Little Book of Tokyo, veteran photojournalist Ben Simmons continues a quest he began over two decades ago to seek out and share his creative viewpoint and insider's perspective. Small enough to carry while traveling in Japan, this book is an ideal travel companion for a Tokyo experience, whether you're planning your trip, on your way, or simply dream of going.
Additional information
| Weight | 482 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 152 × 152 mm |
| ISBN | 9784805314463 |
| Dimensions | 152 x 152 mm |
| Book Type | Hardback |
| Author | Ben Simmons |
| Author Bio | Ben Simmons completed an MFA in photography and art history and taught photography at Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina before moving to Japan, where he has been working as a professional photojournalist for over 20 years. His recent books include Kyoto Gardens, Japanese Architecture, Tokyo Megacity, Kyoto: City of Zen, and Tokyo Desire. |
| Number of Pages | 192 |
