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Tens of thousands of tourists & businesspeople visit Tokyo every year. Japans modern capital stands before them, but almost everyone asks, Where are the traditional Japanese sites? Following the pattern of Kodanshas popular Kyoto: Seven Paths to the Heart of the City, Tokyo: Exploring the City of the Shogun reveals the hidden, traditional side of modern-day Tokyo. This charming, full-color book serves as a gorgeous photographic journey through Tokyo & a unique guide to the old districts of the city, including the haunts of the shoguns samurai in days past. Author Enbutsu fondly relates the history of the shoguns Tokyo as she guides readers through some classic, often unknown sites. Included for the first time in full color are the frequently overlooked neighborhoods of Yanaka, the sumo quarters, an old temple town, a riverside settlement, & more. In addition to an abundance of traditional sights, Enbutsu also introduces traditional craftspeople (makers of taiko drums, dolls, biwa, & so on) & classic, well-known restaurants (soba, sushi, tempura, tofu, etc.), making the readers virtual or actual tour of Tokyo an unforgettable visual experience. ...

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Tokyo with Yokohama on a map from Thai publishers Thinknet presenting on its two sides a selection of panels providing street plans of the most visited parts in these two cities, transport diagrams, etc. On overview map of the Tokyo area shows which parts of the city are presented on panels with street plans: Ginza, Roppongi, Shibuya
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Includes:: an enlargement to show its central hub with greater clarity. All the plans indicate, where appropriate, metro/railway stops & are annotated with symbols showing numerous selected hotels, restaurants, shopping centres, etc. Only main streets are named. Several locations are cross-referenced to small photos with brief descriptions. All place names are shown in the Latin alphabet & in their English versions. Some highlighted locations also have their names in Thai & Japanese. Map legend

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The only guide you`ll need for walking around Tokyo! Everything you need is in this one convenient package—including a large pull-out map! Tokyo: 29 Walks in the World`s Most Exciting City is the only Tokyo travel guide that is exclusively a walking guide, with lively text full of facts & stories that emphasize the history, culture, architecture & spirit of the city & its neighborhoods. On foot & by train or subway, it takes you through the most fascinating parts of the modern megalopolis, while making the shogun`s city—the Edo of samurai & geishas, merchants & artisans—and the outlines of old Tokyo come alive. From famous historical sites like the Imperial Palace to unique attractions like the Tsukiji Fish Market, this travel book offers something for every visitor & even long-term residents. Fully up-to-date, Tokyo: 29 Walks in the World`s Most Exciting City contains:- 19 walks in Tokyo- 10 day trips that include Yokohama, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji, & Kawagoe- More than 100 full-color photos- 50 full-colour maps- A large pull-out map! ...

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With photographs by Joel Sackett Donald Richie takes the reader on a revealing tour of the different districts of Japan's capital city. Starting from the original centre of Tokyo the Imperial Palace, Richie branches outwards, taking in other areas such as Yoshiwara, the original red-light district, & Ginza, the world-famous shipping street. The author has kept a diary for the entire time he has lived in Tokyo, & excerpts from it provide on-the-spot insights into the significance of fashions & fads in Japanese culture (for example the recent Tamagochi craze), as well as the various aspects of life in a small neighbourhood. Richie gives a real sense of how Japanese society has changed since the Second World War, yet remained rooted in its past. With the eclectic eye & ear of a film-maker, Richie describes the flavour & idiosyncracies of this chaotic, teeming city. Tokyo is illustrated with 30 illuminating photographs by Seattle-based photographer, Joel Sackett. ...

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Rail Map of the Tokyo
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Laminated waterproof street plan of Tokyo at 1:17, 000, with maps of Tokyo Bay & Shinagawa (1:19, 000), & greater Tokyo (1:1, 300, 000). There are maps of the Tokyo Subway, & a small map of Japan showing administrative & time zone boundaries. The main map shows the street network with Tokyo sub & railway lines marked, as well as Tokyo water cruise routes. Points of interest such as museums, theaters, places of worship are shown; the map also

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Tokyo City Atlas from the Japanese publishers Kodansha covering the central areas at scales varying from 1:6, 500 to 1:8, 000, the city’s 23 Ku wards at 1:28, 000, plus selected other areas including Yokohama, Kawasaki, etc. All place names: streets, districts, places of interest, etc, are in both Japanese & Latin alphabet, with English names of institutions, businesses, etc. Subway & railway lines are shown with names; subway stations as well underground arcades are also annotated with entrance names or numbers. Expressways show exits/entrances & other main traffic arteries are indicated. For identification of addresses, both block & chome numbers are shown; with chome, town, ward & prefectural boundaries are clearly marked. On the more detailed coverage of central Tokyo numerous buildings, institutions, hotels, department stores & shops, educational establishments, temples, etc. are named (in English). The less detailed maps covering the 23 Ku wards highlight selected places of interest. Additional pages cover the Kawasaki – Yokohama areas with enlargements for central areas, plus Yokota, Zama & Yokosuka. Extensive index lists not only streets & districts, but also other place names shown on the maps, with separate lists of airlines, embassies, & hotels or inns. Also provided is a diagram of the whole Metropolitan Tokyo rail system. Map legend, names of institutions & all explanatory text include English. ...

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Tokyo in the City Guide Series from Lonely Planet, profiling in comprehensive detail the history, major sights, best places to eat, nightlife, accommodation & shopping possibilities of an extensive range of cities worldwide. Frank & informal in style, the guides are renowned for their appeal to independent travellers & are written & researched by local authors. Each guide is divided into 11 main sections
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Tokyo And Kyoto Frommer`s EasyGuide 2015

Tokyo and Kyoto in the EasyGuide Series by Frommer’s. These guides capture the unique spirit of the place offering expert advice in all price ranges for a variety of establishments and attractions. Arranged in a clear layout, put together in a light and compact format (256 pages ), these guides are easy to read and light to carry. Authors, Christine Delsol and Maribeth Mellin, both Californians, have filled this Easy Guide with their most cherished preferences in lodgings, meals, attractions and shopping, carefully balanced to offer either luxury or thrift.The guide introduce these two cities with ‘Best of’, ‘In Context’ and ‘Suggested Itineraries’ chapters, offering information on the local history, culture, geography as well as selecting recommended road trips
in and around the them. This section is followed by individual chapters dedicated to more in-depth information on each city, with advice on where to stay, where to eat, strolls, exploring, shopping, entertainment etc. The guides conclude with a final section on planning your trip.Frommer’s is an American publisher specialising in guidebooks emphasising the culture, lifestyle and history of the destination and stressing the insights travels offer. In their effort to contribute to making travel more accessible they are a cost-conscious company and offer, not only reasonable priced guides, but they also always include sensible priced lodgings and establishments in their guides. They are openly and highly critical when it comes to judging value for money, and if something or
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Tokyo & Kyoto in the Easy Guide Series by Frommer’s. These guides capture the unique spirit of the place offering expert advice in all price ranges for a variety of establishments & attractions. Arranged in a clear layout, put together in a light & compact format (256 pages ), these guides are easy to read & light to carry. Authors, Christine Delsol & Maribeth Mellin, both Californians, have filled this Easy Guide with their most cherished preferences in lodgings, meals, attractions & shopping, carefully balanced to offer either luxury or thrift. The guide introduce these two cities with ‘ Best of’, ‘ In Context’ & ‘ Suggested Itineraries’ chapters, offering information on the local history, culture, geography as well as selecting recommended road trips in & around the them. This section is followed by individual chapters dedicated to more in-depth information on each city, with advice on where to stay, where to eat, strolls, exploring, shopping, entertainment etc. The guides conclude with a final section on planning your trip. Frommer’s is an American publisher specialising in guidebooks emphasising the culture, lifestyle & history of the destination & stressing the insights travels offer. In their effort to contribute to making travel more accessible they are a cost-conscious company & offer, not only reasonable priced guides, but they also always include sensible priced lodgings & establishments in their guides. They are openly & highly critical when it comes to judging value for your money, & if something or somewhere is not worth your money & time, you will read it.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.

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