How can you shake off those niggling everyday worries? Immerse yourself in these detailed designs inspired by Japan. You will become totally absorbed in the wonderful images drawn from nature & from legend (cherry trees, clouds, waves, dragons, tigers, carp & much more). Many are redolent of the age of the Samurai. Choose an illustration at random, then make a start, using whichever colours you like & choosing from felt-tips, pencils, gouaches or pastels. Gradually, you`ll find calm returning as your thoughts focus purely on the action of colouring in. The sheets in this pad are all detachable, so you can display your favourite creations. Just 5-10 minutes a day of colouring in is enough to encourage mindfulness. ...

In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs & Etiquette veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente unlocks the mysteries of Kata
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What is a shogun? Who were the samurai & what is the warrior code? What lies behind the Japanese work ethic? From the ancient tea ceremony to the boom & subsequent downturn of its economic prosperity, this uniquely concise introduction to Japan & its history surveys nearly 10, 000 years of society, culture, economics & politics. Balancing economic & political information with new insights into the twin spheres of art & religion, Mikiso Hane offers authoritative coverage of all aspects of Japanese life. With a particular focus on the key events of the last 200 years, the author also pays special attention to the changing conditions of those whose history has been so frequently neglected
- the women, the peasants, & the lowest order of untouchables. Well-rounded & enlightening, this informative account of Japan & its people will be greatly appreciated by historians, students & all those with an interest in this diverse & enigmatic country.
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Remember Japan for ever with this exquisite cut-paper guide. This beautifully illustrated three-dimensional pocket guide unfolds to a length of 1.5 metres & features the most important sites in Japan, including the Imperial Palace, Shibuya Crossing, Meji Shrine, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Skytree, Kamakura Buddha, Mount Fuji, Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu Temple, Todaiji Temple, Himeji Castle, Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Itsukushima Shrine. Presented in a slipcase, this is the perfect gift or souvenir for anyone wishing to remember a visit to Japan. It can be sold in gift, novelty or travel sections. Great for counter displays as it makes the perfect impulse purchase. Presented in a stylish slipcase, it makes a great alternative to a postcard. ...

Japan is a major economic power, & average income levels & standards of living are among the highest in the world. There is always a keen interest in the Japanese people & their culture. Features of the series include: main chapters that focus on geography, people & culture, history, government & economy, & nature; ' At a Glance' double spreads to present a maximum amount of information in a minimal amount of space, utilizing charts, tables, time lines, & other highly visual elements; &, full-page maps that highlight physical features, vegetation & ecosystems, history, population, & political organization. As a bonus, every photograph within each chapter is tied to a location on the main map for that chapter. Smaller maps zoom in on special topics, such as migration, rainfall, changing borders, resources, industry, & other important themes. This book
Includes:: special feature sidebars that introduce intriguing people, places, & events; a glossary to aid in comprehension of unfamiliar terms; &, an extensive bibliography that lists books, National Geographic articles, & Web sites.
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Map No. G-11C in the TPC series: military topographic survey mapping covering the world's land masses & significant islands at 1:500, 000. The maps are useful as general topographical coverage where nothing else is available, although they are designed primarily as flying charts for military aircraft. TPC stands for Tactical Pilotage Chart. Relief is portrayed by a combination of contours (basic interval 500ft, intermediate contours shown where appropriate), elevation tinting & relief shading, plus spot heights. Towns, villages, major roads, railways & airports are shown but please note that many of the smaller settlements are not named & the road information is not necessarily up to date, as compilation & revision dates vary. Some air navigation information also appears on the map, such as radio beacons & restricted flying zones. Each TPC chart has both UTM & latitude/longitude grids overprinted on it, with additional margin ticks. IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE: The series is gradually being withdrawn from sale to the general public & some sheets may no longer be available when ordered by us. Due to the nature of the map projection assembling these sheets to make a larger map is not recommended. in addition, colours used for relief are not constant throughout the series. In some areas of central Africa & South America the maps have blank spaces, reflecting localized deficiencies or inconsistencies in the survey data.
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Map No. G-11B in the TPC series: military topographic survey mapping covering the world's land masses & significant islands at 1:500, 000. The maps are useful as general topographical coverage where nothing else is available, although they are designed primarily as flying charts for military aircraft. TPC stands for Tactical Pilotage Chart. Relief is portrayed by a combination of contours (basic interval 500ft, intermediate contours shown where appropriate), elevation tinting & relief shading, plus spot heights. Towns, villages, major roads, railways & airports are shown but please note that many of the smaller settlements are not named & the road information is not necessarily up to date, as compilation & revision dates vary. Some air navigation information also appears on the map, such as radio beacons & restricted flying zones. Each TPC chart has both UTM & latitude/longitude grids overprinted on it, with additional margin ticks. IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE: The series is gradually being withdrawn from sale to the general public & some sheets may no longer be available when ordered by us. Due to the nature of the map projection assembling these sheets to make a larger map is not recommended. in addition, colours used for relief are not constant throughout the series. In some areas of central Africa & South America the maps have blank spaces, reflecting localized deficiencies or inconsistencies in the survey data.
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Japan: Northern Honshu & Hokkaido at 1:800, 000 on a double-sided, indexed map from ITMB, with large, clear street plans of central Tokyo & Sapporo showing plenty of tourist information, plus an enlargement of the environs of Tokyo. On one side is the northern part of Honshu, approx. east of the Nagoya ...

The definitive, home cooking recipe collection from one of the most respected & beloved culinary cultures Japan: The Cookbook has more than 400 sumptuous recipes by acclaimed food writer Nancy Singleton Hachisu. The iconic & regional traditions of Japan are organized by course & contain insightful notes alongside the recipes. The dishes
- soups, noodles, rices, pickles, one-pots, sweets, & vegetables
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Look & learn to recall a wealth of everyday vocabulary in Japanese with this intuitive easy-to-use visual language dictionary. Whether it's for business or pleasure, the Japanese English Bilingual Visual Dictionary will help you pick up 6, 000 key Japanese words & phrases on a range of subjects: from shopping & eating out, to sport & beyond quickly & easily. Find every word you need to know fast using the clearly labelled colour illustrated scenes from everyday life. Plus, find helpful features on key Japanese nouns, verbs & phrases to improve your understanding of the language & benefit from the pronunciation guide for each Japanese word throughout the book. This is pocket-sized so you can take it wherever your travels take you. ...