Download or read book Japan written by Charles Phillips and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A basic overview of the history, geography, climate, and culture of Japan.
Download or read book National Geographic Japan written by Perrin Lindelauf and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-01-02 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel to Japan and discover Tokyo's best sushi and saké spots, stroll Kyoto's gardens, and climb sacred Mount Fuji--with National Geographic as your trusted guide. The latest edition of this popular guidebook, updated by Japan travel expert Perrin Lindelauf, covers all the main cities, towns, and regions of Japan, helping travelers negotiate one of Asia's most popular yet challenging destinations. Travel information tips for Tokyo and Japan's eight main islands and regions are fully revised and updated in this latest edition, with useful new sidebars giving simple directions on getting to and from popular destinations. This book outlines detailed city walks and regional drives, complete with maps and reservation information. Also included are features on the Age of the Samurai, Buddhism, Geisha, Shinto, Sacred Mount Fuji-San, Japan After Dark, and the remarkable Blue Zone of Okinawa. A brand-new feature will explore the future of travel, Japanese style--including a look at ANA's Dreamliner Aircraft. The National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are aimed at readers who value experiential travel. Each book provides inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice for a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. These books serve a readership of active, discerning travelers, and supply information, historical context, and cultural interpretation not available on the Internet.
Download or read book Ultimate Journeys for Two written by Mike Howard and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel. In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard--officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek--whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget. Chapters are organized by type of destination (for example, beaches, mountains, and deserts) to help travelers discover new places and experiences based on their interests. Each entry focuses on a specific region, getting to the essence of each locale and its one-of-a-kind offerings. The authors reveal the best time to visit, the best places to stay, and recommended activities--each with their own adventure rating to illustrate level of intensity. Special features include funny and insightful stories from the Howards' own adventures, expert advice from other renowned traveling couples, and tips to increase the romance and excitement at each destination. A large map shows every location covered in the book, and each entry has a locator map depicting the city and country. Both entertaining and informative, this book is an invaluable resource and inspiration for a lifetime of travel.
Download or read book Lost Childhood written by Annelex Hofstra Layson and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author recounts her childhood experiences as a Japanese prisoner during World War II.
Download or read book A Day in the Life of Japan written by Rick Smolan and published by Harper San Francisco. This book was released on 1985 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captioned photographs depict Japanese life during one twenty-four hour period in 1985.
Download or read book National Geographic Traveler Japan 4th Edition written by Nicholas Bornoff and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2013 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights the history, culture, and contemporary life of the country while offering mapped walking and driving tours and complete visitor information.
Download or read book Japan written by Marty Gitlin and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the United States, a bow is most often taken by a performer at the end of a concert or play. But in Japan, a bow is the traditional gesture to greet another person. This country close-up teaches upper-elementary students Japanese customs and much more about the Asian island nation.
Download or read book A Year in Japan written by Kate T. Williamson and published by Princeton Architectural Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York City-based writer and illustrator Williamson shares discoveries about Japan and its culture based on a recent year spent in Kyoto as a postgraduate student. The text combines the author's colorful illustrations with brief descriptions presented in a script-style text. The end result is a charming, journal-like publication in which Williams
Download or read book The Nuclear Family written by Ari Beser and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-07-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As a child, Ari M. Beser heard stories of his grandfather's dedicated and proud service aboard the two US planes carrying the atomic bombs dropped on Japan. He also heard about a Japanese friend of the family who survived these horrific bombings. Desiring to reconcile these two sides of his family, their history, and their involvement in the war, Beser set out for Japan to meet firsthand with survivors of the atomic devastation. 'The Nuclear Family' tells the story of Ari's grandfathers, the countless Japanese people who suffered and died because of the bombs, and how the use of atomic weapons and nuclear energy continues to affect every single person alive today in ways that we might not understand."--Back cover.
Download or read book I Survived the Japanese Tsunami 2011 I Survived 8 written by Lauren Tarshis and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2013-08-27 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The disaster felt around the world . . . Visiting his dad's hometown in Japan four months after his father's death would be hard enough for Ben. But one morning the pain turns to fear: first, a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal village, nearly toppling his uncle's house. Then the ocean waters rise and Ben and his family are swept away-and pulled apart-by a terrible tsunami.Now Ben is alone, stranded in a strange country a million miles from home. Can he fight hard enough to survive one of the most epic disasters of all time?
Download or read book Japan written by Nicholas Bornoff and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel guide to Japan.
Download or read book Japan written by Charles Phillips and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A basic overview of the history, geography, climate and culture of Japan.
Download or read book Japan Traveler s Atlas written by Tuttle Studio, and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finding your way around the various regions of Japan is a breeze with this handy Tuttle Japan Traveler's Atlas. Designed for the adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views that are not available anywhere else. The atlas is conveniently divided into the major regions of Japan: Tokyo Mt. Fuji & Around Tokyo Central Honshu Kyoto Kansai Hiroshima & Western Honshu Northern Honshu Hokkaido Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa & the Southwest Islands Each of the 148 maps in this atlas is presented in a logical, easy-to-follow manner, with emphasis on the most frequently-visited areas. All cities, towns, villages, places of interest including nature reserves are indexed for quick reference. Comprehensive: detailed insets are given for all the major cities, travel destinations and business hubs in Japan. Informative: Precise locations are indicated for all popular sights, hotels, restaurants, temples, shopping malls and other essential locations. Practical: The handy size, well-designed key maps and comprehensive index help you find any place you are looking for quickly. Reliable: No need to worry about cell service or battery--the maps in this atlas are thoroughly researched and regularly updated by the leading publisher of Asia Pacific maps.
Download or read book Atlas of World War II written by Stephen Hyslop and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-18 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prelude to war, 1941: Blitzkrieg -- Prelude to war, 1943: war in the Pacific -- 1942-1944: breaking Hitler's grip -- 1944-1945: victory over Germany -- 1943-1945: defeating Japan.
Download or read book National Geographic Readers Robots written by Melissa Stewart and published by National Geographic Society. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the coolest robots of today and tomorrow in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will learn about the science behind these amazing machines. This Level 3 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the scientists of tomorrow! National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Download or read book Spotlight on Japan written by Bobbie Kalman and published by Spotlight on My Country (Crabt. This book was released on 2010-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes basic facts about the people, culture, and geography of Japan.
Download or read book Japan in Our World written by Jim Pipe and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes the geography, landscape, economy, government, and culture of Japan today and discusses Japan's influence of and relations with the rest of the world"--Provided by publisher.
