TY  - BOOK
AU  - Nicholas, Bornoff.
TI  - National geographic traveler: Japan 
SN  - 079223894x
AV  - GR 153 .N213j 2005 
PY  - 2005///
CY  - Washington, D.C.
PB  - National Geographic
KW  - Voyages and travel
KW  - sears
N1  - Contents: History & culture, Tokyo, excursions from Tokyo, Hokkaido, Northern Honshu (Tohoku), Central Honshu (Chubu), Kansai, Western Honshu (Chugoku), Shikoku & the Seto-nakai, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Ryukyu-shoto, Travelwise
N2  - Nicholas Bornoff brings a long association and intimate knowledge to a country of contradictions and paradoxes that often bewilder Westerners but which Japanese take for granted. Isolated from the world until 150 years ago, Japan today comfortably blends old, new, East, West, tradition, and change. Bornoff describes the best ways to tackle Tokyo and such other must-see sites as Mount Fuji, Hokkaido and its national parks, imperial Kyoto, historical Nagasaki, and dozens of other major and lesser-known places. In-depth features discuss the fascinating contrasts between Japan's modern, cutting-edge technological facade and its ancient core, and highlight traditions such as Kodo drumming, the exquisite beauty of garden design, and the spirits and demons that animate Noh and kabuki theater. Numerous city walking tours, a hike through feudal Hagi, and a stunning array of photos and artwork compliment this exciting, insider's guide
ER  -