Sumo a Pocket Guide

Sumo a Pocket Guide
Author: David Shapiro
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2012-05-22
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 146290484X

"One of the finest compact books on sumo today."—Sumo World Completely updated by the well known sumo authority David Shapiro, Sumo: A Pocket Guide describes the history, rules, rituals and techniques of sumo, the wrestlers' training and even their diets. Covering such topics as "life in the stables," "psychological warfare," and the "spoils of victory,” this compact sumo guide brings to life this cultural pastime that is so much more than a sport. This volume also includes a list of stables and some of the best chanko–nabe restaurants in Tokyo. Shapiro brings to the updated edition many years of Japanese language, sumo research, and coverage. The result is a handy, up–to–date, and authoritative guide to sumo that provides everything one needs to understand, appreciate, and enjoy this fascinating sport.

Insight Guides Pocket Japan (Travel Guide Japan)

Insight Guides Pocket Japan (Travel Guide Japan)
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2020
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1839052546

Insight Guides Pocket Japan Travel made easy. Ask local experts. The definitive pocket-sized travel guide. Get Olympic ready with this stylish pocket travel guide to Japan. It's a convenient, concise companion to travellers' Tokyo 2020 Olympic adventure. Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is the ideal on-the-move travel guide for exploring Japan. From top tourist attractions like Mount Fuji, deer in Nara and nightlife in Osaka, to cultural gems, including taking in Tokyo's Edo-Tokyo Museum, exploring the historical centre of Kamakura and relaxing in an onsen hot spring, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Japan: - Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography - Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions - Practical full-colour maps: with every major attraction highlighted, the maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we've got you covered - Covers: Tokyo; Kanto; Kansai; Chubu; Western Honshu and Shikoku; Kyushu; Northern Honshu; Hokkaido Looking for an even bigger guide to Japan? Check out Insight Guides Japan for a comprehensive and entertaining look at all the country has to offer. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Berlitz: Japan Pocket Guide

Berlitz: Japan Pocket Guide
Author: Berlitz
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1780047932

Berlitz Pocket Guide Japan is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this enigmatic country has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details the best places to visit in Japan, from the dazzling architecture of Tokyo to Japan's first imperial capital of Nara and the breathtaking natural splendour of Mount Fuji. Handy maps on the cover help you to get around with ease. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the 10 top attractions in Japan, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour of the country. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of things to do in Japan, from shopping and sports to onsen (hot springs) and Japanese festivals. You'll also be armed with background information on Japanese culture, including a brief history of Japan and a chapter covering its mouth-watering cuisine. There is also an A-Z to give you all the practical information you will need.

A Pocket Guide to Japan

A Pocket Guide to Japan
Author: United States. Office of Information for the Armed Forces
Publisher:
Total Pages: 124
Release: 1970
Genre: Japan
ISBN:

A Pocket Guide to Japan

A Pocket Guide to Japan
Author: United States. Office of Armed Forces Information and Education
Publisher:
Total Pages: 148
Release: 1961
Genre: Japan
ISBN:

Berlitz Pocket Guide Japan (Travel Guide eBook)

Berlitz Pocket Guide Japan (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Berlitz
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2020-04-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1785732781

Berlitz Pocket Guide Japan The world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary. Get Olympic ready with this iconic pocket guide to Japan that comes with a free dictionary - the perfect pocket guidebook to accompany travellers' Tokyo 2020 Olympic adventure. Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Japan. From top tourist attractions like Mount Fuji, deer in Nara and nightlife in Osaka, to cultural gems, including taking in Tokyo's Edo-Tokyo Museum, exploring the historical centre of Kamakura and relaxing in an onsen hot spring, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Japan: - Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography - Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions - Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we've got you covered - Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: Tokyo; Kanto; Kansai; Chubu; Western Honshu and Shikoku; Kyushu; Northern Honshu; Hokkaido Get the most out of your trip with Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary Japanese About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

Kabuki a Pocket Guide

Kabuki a Pocket Guide
Author: Ronald Cavaye
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2012-07-09
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 1462903991

Kabuki A Pocket Guide introduces readers to the foundations of Kabuki--its history and its actors, its acting styles and its performance, its color and music--to the sheer beauty and joy of Kabuki. Kabuki, the popular theatre of Japan, began in about 1603 and is still flourishing today. It was the entertainment of the common people as opposed to Noh, the refined theatre of the aristocracy, and is a close relative of the Bunraku puppet theater. All the actors in Kabuki, even those who play female roles, are men and plays and dances deal with the love of the heroes and villains form Japans real or legendary past. Concise enough to take to performance, this pocket guide to Kabuki provides a wealth of fascinating information about plays, the actors, and their history. As only an insider can do, the author takes us behind the scene to meet the actors, attend rehearsal, and get a first-hand look at the makeup, costumes, sets and props that go into a Kabuki performance.

Berlitz Pocket Guide Cape Verde

Berlitz Pocket Guide Cape Verde
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2018-07-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1785731076

Berlitz Pocket Guide Cape Verde Islands: iconic style, a bestselling brand, this is the quintessential pocket-sized travel guide to the Cape Verde Islands Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, this is an iconic on-the-move companion when you're exploring the Cape Verde Islands Covers Top Ten Attractions, including Praia de Santa Maria on Sal, Faja d'Agua on Brava and Parque Natural do Fogo, and Perfect Day itinerary suggestions Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around Essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experience About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

A Pocket Guide to Okinawa

A Pocket Guide to Okinawa
Author: United States. Office of Armed Forces Information and Education
Publisher:
Total Pages: 156
Release: 1961
Genre: Okinawa Island (Japan)
ISBN: