About the Book

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" 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.

Product Details

Media: Paperback Book, 160 pages

Language: English

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Edition: Unknown

ISBN-10: 4805311290

Publication Date: Jun. 10th, 2011

ISBN-13: 9784805311295

Dimensions: 7.65 x 9.99 x 0.46 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.38 lbs

• Categories: General Popular Culture Social Science Japan Travel