Explore the heart of Japanese culture with this three-part travel guide. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover one thousand years of history from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan`s cutting-edge capital, where the twenty-first-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater & the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the seaside towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Written by local expert Sumiki Kajiyama & illustrated in lively animation style, this book introduces readers to Japan`s national heroes & must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. Informative, entertaining, & useful, ” Cool Japan” is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past & present. ...

Often called Europe's hippest metropolis, London is a magnet for creative types. With an array of cultural offerings, exceptional buildings & a lifestyle that's both sophisticated & edgy, this city has it all. Whether it's the perfect boutique, a trendy gallery or a chic spot to sip & nibble, this accessible guide to the hotspots will make sure you know where to see & be seen. ...

Did you know that fish can use tools, & that wombat poo is cubic? This animal-tastic, fact-packed guide to the world of nature contains everything the budding naturalist needs to know. Meet nature`s most fearsome predators, explore the wonders of the ocean, & marvel at the ability of animals to survive in the harshest environments. If you want to get out into the wild yourself, there`s cool practical advice for tracking animals through the woods, using binoculars to spot our feathered friends & making a bird feeder in your back yard. Learn about why we should all care about endangered species, who would win in a fight between a shark & a honey badger, & how to make flowers bloom in the most unlikely places. Packed with quirky illustrations & absorbing information, this book is the perfect gift for the nature obsessive in your life. Word count: 20, 000 ...

New York in Te Neues Cool Cities range, a primarily visual guide to the coolest hotels, restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars, lounges, shops, highlights & more. As well as the sumptuous full colour photography, there are brief snippets of information on the places themselves, as well as basic contact details & addresses. This little tome is perfect for those literally wanting to have a look at these places as opposed to a detailed read. ...

Paris in Te Neues Cool Cities range, a primarily visual guide to the coolest hotels, restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars, lounges, shops, highlights & more. As well as the sumptuous full colour photography, there are brief snippets of information on the places themselves, as well as basic contact details & addresses. This little tome is perfect for those literally wanting to have a look at these places as opposed to a detailed read. ...

Discover the city of temples, video games, manga, & cosplay with this graphic Tokyo travel guide! Tokyo is an astonishing world unto itself-a city for lovers of Japanese culture, fashion & great food that mixes the best of old & new. In Cool Tokyo Guide, Abby Denson, author of the popular Cool Japan Guide, turns her focus to Tokyo`s exciting streets & a little bit beyond. Abby, her husband Matt, friend Yuuko & sidekick Kitty Sweet Tooth will introduce you to: A restaurant where clowns drive robots & mermaids ride on sharks Fantastic shops for lovers of everything from vintage manga to dollar-store treasures Great places to take kids-or be a kid, of any age-like the Ghibli Museum & Palette Town Famous sites both old & new, from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower Major comic conventions in the anime, cosplay & manga capital of the world Must-visit spots like Ueno Park & even a few spots outside the city This practical & fun comic book guide also helps you navigate everyday Tokyo life such as train etiquette, trash disposal, tricky toilets, department store fitting rooms, & the surgical mask phenomenon. There is also information on ways to prepare ahead of time to make the most of your stay in Tokyo. So whether you`re planning a trip or taking an armchair sojourn, take this book with you & get ready for the best time ever! ...

Cool Bangkok brings one of Asias greatest cities to life by seeking out the latest restaurants, hotels, spas & shops on offer. Organised by area the book journeys from Thong Lors avant-garde bars & the banging pre-club strip on Sukhumvit Soi 11 to the shopping havens of Siam Square & trendsetting stalls at Chatujak Weekend Market. ...

From Amontillado to Apple-Water, Claret Cup to Cobblers, Pale Ale to Parfait Amour
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Coombe & Norbiton in 1911 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map covers the area east of Kingston upon Thames, including much of Coombe & Norbiton. Coverage stretches from Wolverton Avenue & Norbiton station eastward to Coombe Cottage & Coombe Warren, & from Crescent Road southward to Woodside Road. Features include Coombe House, Coombe End, Ballard Coombe, Coombe Farm, Cornwall Lodge, Kingston Workhouse, Kingston Infirmary, Kingston Victoria Hospital, etc. On the reverse are extracts from a 1905 Kingston directory, including entries for Coombe Road, Coombe Warren, Crescent Road, Gloucester Road & Kingston Hill. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

Coombeswood in 1914 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map covers part of the Halesowen hamlets of Hill, Cakemore & Coombeswood. Coverage stretches from Lewis Lane eastward to Ridgacre Road, & from Maltmill Lane southward to Furnace Lane. Features include a short stretch of the GWR Netherton & Halesowen line, The Furnace, Heywood Forge with mineral railway, Mucklow Hill, Greenhill Farm, Long Lane area, Coombeswood Tube Works, Gorsty Hill, Cockshot, Olivehill Farm, Haggs Farm, Coombes Wood Colliery, Dudley Canal, etc. On the reverse is a section of the 1st Edition 1883 map for the Mucklow Hill area westward to The Furnace. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...