A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga

Review for A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga, Anime, Zen, and the Tea Ceremony. For every fan of manga, anime, J-pop, or Zen, A Geek in Japan is a hip, smart and concise guide to the land that is their source Comprehensive and well informed, it covers a wide array of topics in short articles accompanied by sidebars and numerous photographs, providing a lively digest of the society and culture of Japan Designed to appeal to the generations of Westerners who grew up on Pokemon, manga and video games, A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga A Geek in Japan reinvents the culture guide for readers in the Internet age.Spotlighting the originality and creativity of the Japanese, debunking myths about them, and answering nagging questions like why they're so fond of robots, author Hector Garcia has created the perfect book for the growing ranks of Japanophiles in this inspired, insightful and highly informative guide. ... Learn more »

A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga Review: A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga, Anime, Zen, and the Tea Ceremony. A geek in Japan is not a travel guide, but rather a way to immerse you in the Japanese culture, and therefore an essential read for anyone that really wants to enjoy a trip to Japan or learn about this wonderful country.The author is an amazing photographer, and the whole book is populated with beautiful photos illustrating the different aspects of the Japanese culture. This fun, dynamic and colorful presentation manages to bring this book to life. You will find yourself jumping from section to section looking at fun pictures, ... Read more »

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