Be More Japan

Name: Be More Japan
Price: 1.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (211 reviews)
Author: DK Travel

by DK Travel

Nonfiction Historical Fiction

4.7 (211)

4.7 stars from 211 reviews

224 pages~3.7 hr readPublished by Dorling Kindersley Publishing, IncorporatedPublished 2019-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You're planning a trip to Japan and want to skip the tourist traps in favour of authentic experiences.
You're fascinated by Japanese culture (food, art, wellness, design) and want to understand it more deeply.
You can't travel to Japan right now but want to bring its philosophy and practices into your daily life.

Maybe not for you if...

You want an in-depth cultural critique or academic analysis of Japan.
You're looking for a practical guidebook focused solely on logistics, maps, and accommodation.
You prefer narrative travel writing or personal memoir over factual cultural exploration.

About this book

Be More Japan by DK Travel is a guide to Japanese culture and travel. The book allows readers to explore popular sights and choose what interests them for trip planning, or work through the entire book for a comprehensive experience of Japan. The guide covers traditional skills including the tea ceremony and calligraphy, along with topics such as art, music, food, wellness, and innovation. It provides practical information on transport, karaoke, ikigai, shopping, and hot springs to enhance a visit to Japan. Beyond travel planning, the book helps readers understand Japanese culture and offers tips for experiencing it at home or finding its influence around the world. It includes facts, history, and details about modern Japanese living. The revised and updated edition serves both those planning a trip to Japan and those seeking to engage with Japanese culture from elsewhere.

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Currently on sale at $1.99 — 82% off peak. Price has dropped 4 times over the last 3 years. Goes on sale roughly every 207 days. Typically stays discounted for 5 days.

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Currently #6,145 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller.

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Currently 4.7★ from 211 reviews

Gaining approximately 8 new reviews per month. Rating has dipped slightly from 5.0 to 4.7.

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