Japan from Anime to Zen

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Quick Takes on Culture, Art, History, Food . . . and More

By David Watts Barton

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Japan from Anime to Zen by David Watts Barton explores the enchanting and diverse aspects of Japanese culture, offering insights into its contemporary lifestyle and rich traditions. With engaging anecdotes, the book guides readers through the multi-faceted world of Japan, from the vibrant world of anime to the serene practice of Zen. It's a thoughtful journey into understanding the contrasts and harmony that define this fascinating country.
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Japan from Anime to Zen

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If you're intrigued by the cultural and philosophical dimensions of Japan, from its vibrant pop culture of anime to the serene practices of Zen, this book offers a fascinating journey through the country's unique landscape. It blends the lively and the peaceful, capturing the essence of Japanese life that appeals to both the curious traveller and the thoughtful philosopher.

An accessible compendium of the most important aspects of Japanese arts, culture and history, for quick reference or a longer, in-depth read, for actual and armchair travelers alike..

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An accessible compendium of the most important aspects of Japanese arts, culture, and history, Japan from Anime to Zen is perfect for quick reference or a longer, in-depth read, appealing to both actual and armchair travellers alike.

This friendly guide offers concise but detailed demystifications of more than 75 aspects of both ancient and modern Japan. It can be read in sequence or simply dipped into, depending on the reader's needs at any given moment.

Japan from Anime to Zen goes much deeper than a typical travel guide, covering 1,500 years of history and culture. Discover everything from geisha to gangsters, haiku to karaoke, the sun goddess to the shogunate... and anime to Zen.

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The book Japan from Anime to Zen by David Watts Barton offers an expansive exploration of Japan's traditions, culture, history, and social context, providing more than a typical cultural guidebook. It's considered an ideal travel companion with its breadth and depth, offering insight into Japan's fascinating aspects and delivering detailed information across various topics. The book is praised for being neatly organised and easy to browse, offering unique details not found in similar works.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611720631

Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Stone Bridge Press

Illustration: 30 black and white line drawings

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

David Watts Barton is an award-winning freelance journalist who has covered popular music, culture, travel and outdoor recreation for 40 years for newspapers, magazines, radio and online. His former employers include The Sacramento Bee, Bloomberg, and NPR. For the last five years he has worked exclusively in Japan.

He was writer/editor of Japanology.org and has written freelance for Japanese clients that include architectural firms, art galleries, hotels and branding companies.

In addition to awards including the first Arts Journalist of the Year, given by the Sacramento Arts and Business Council in 2011, Barton has been a fellow at UC Berkeley's Knight Digital Media Center and at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.