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. ...

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. ...

Rail Map of the Tokyo
- Yokohama area from Shobunsha, presenting a diagram the lines in the two cities: JR lines, Tokyo Metro,
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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

Includes:: 30 ‘ Top Sights’ that are also indexed. The reverse of the map shows Tokyo Bay & Shinagawa, with a similar level of detail to the main map; the map of greater Tokyo shows the main road network of the region, with some points of interest marked.A small inset is also included with information on climate, emergency contact numbers/websites, population, & more.

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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. ...

Discover Tokyo
Watch them slice tuna like samurai at Tsukiji Central Fish Market
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Tokyo at 1:15, 000 on a pocket-size, indexed street plan from Mair Dumont printed on durable, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper, with a diagram of the city’s metro & railway network, plus a small road map of the city’s environs. The plan covers the city’s central districts & clearly shows metro & railway lines & stations. Important buildings & places of interest are marked, with 10 best sights prominently highlighted. Names of districts & selected main streets are also shown in Japanese; all other place names are in the Latin alphabet only &, where appropriate, in English. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. The index is on the reverse side &

Includes:: extensive lists of useful contact details for tourist information offices, hotel reservation, car hire, places of entertainment, emergency services, etc. The map also

Includes:: a diagram of the metro & railway network & a small road map of the city’s environs including Yokohama.





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The Tokyo Street Map Wrapping Paper by Lagom Design in violet is an artistic reproduction of the city centre. This is a stylish design which will add an original touch to your gifts. Wrap them with the streets of Tokyo! Eco-friendly printed, in England & on FCS approved paper stock. ...

Tokyo in the City Pack series from AA Publishing; covering an extensive selection of world-wide cities in a handy, pocket-sized laminated format. The guides provde a detailed overview of each destination, with each city organised by district to allow for practical use on the city streets. An introductory section introduces readers to the city, with individual features on a short stay in the city, the Top 25 attractions, shopping by theme, the city by night, eating out & restaurants by cuisine. Each guide is presented in a similar format, exploring the city by geographical area & district. A basic overview map is provided at the start of each section & there is detailed listings information on the principal sights, walks, shops, entertainment & nightlife & restaurants for each area of the city. A Farther Afield section explores the area outside the city limits, with suggestions for possible excursions & day trips. A dedicated accommodation chapter provides information about a range of budget, mid-range & luxury hotels to suit for individual tastes. There is also a Need to Know chapter with practical information on getting there & around, essential facts, language & a timeline of the city. ...

Tokyo Clash is an extraordinary encounter with Japanese design culture. Author & photographer Ralf Bahren presents Japan`s megacity in a visually stunning collection of images, vividly colourful & rich in contrast. He transports readers on an exciting trip through Japanese everyday life
- a world that doesn`t want to conform to the cliche of Asian reticence. Eye-catching signs, glittering games of chance, Manga characters & countless other items in this collection of Japanese products compete for the viewer`s attention. They exist, apparently without any contradiction, alongside traditional temples & Buddha statues. This delightful book promises appealing, provocative & sometimes absurd insights into a foreign universe. Get ready for the ride of your life!
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