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Synopsis
Discover to the city of temples, video games, manga, and cosplay with this graphic Tokyo travel guide Tokyo is an amazing world unto itself--a city for lovers of Japanese culture, fashion and great food that mixes the best of old and new. In Cool Tokyo Guide, Abby Denson, renowned graphic artist and author, takes you on a personal tour of Tokyo's coolest sites including:
- Tokyo bargains from comic books and toys to sake skin lotion
- Great places to take kids or to be a kid, of any age
- Crazy theme cafes such as Cambiare (horror) and the Kawaii Monster Cafe
- Entertainments like relaxing at an onsen or enjoying Kabuki and Takarazuka performances
- The best food and where to find it
- And a lot more, including the best food in Tokyo and where to find it
This practical and fun comic book guide also helps you navigate everyday Tokyo life such as train etiquette, trash disposal, tricky toilets, department store fitting rooms, and the surgical mask phenomenon. There is also information on ways to prepare ahead of time to make the most of your stay in Tokyo. Whether you're planning a trip or taking an armchair sojourn, use
Cool Tokyo Guide to discover the customs and attractions that make Tokyo so globally appealing.
Synopsis
**Independent Publisher Book Award winner** Discover the city of temples, video games, manga, and cosplay with this graphic Tokyo travel guide
Tokyo is an astonishing world unto itself--a city for lovers of Japanese culture, fashion and great food that mixes the best of old and new. In Cool Tokyo Guide, Abby Denson, author of the popular Cool Japan Guide, turns her focus to Tokyo's exciting streets and a little bit beyond.
Abby, her husband Matt, friend Yuuko and sidekick Kitty Sweet Tooth will introduce you to:
- A restaurant where clowns drive robots and mermaids ride on sharks
- Fantastic shops for lovers of everything from vintage manga to dollar-store treasures
- Great places to take kids--or be a kid, of any age--like the Ghibli Museum and Palette Town
- Famous sites both old and new, from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower
- Major comic conventions in the anime, cosplay and manga capital of the world
- Must-visit spots like Ueno Park and even a few spots outside the city
This practical and fun comic book guide also helps you navigate everyday life in Tokyo, such as train etiquette, trash disposal, tricky toilets, department store fitting rooms and the surgical mask phenomenon. There is also a special family travel section for those traveling with children, as well as information on ways to prepare ahead of time to make the most of your stay in Tokyo.
Whether you're planning a trip to Japan or just taking an armchair sojourn, this book will prepare you to have a great time
Synopsis
- A unique comic-book guide that is both practical and fun, suitable for Japanophiles as well as travelers
- Includes Special Family-Friendly Section for Those Traveling with Children
- Uncover the attractions that make Tokyo the distinctive city it is
- Learn about the most popular and famous sites the city has to offer, as well as hidden gems you can't find anywhere else
- Addresses Tokyo's social customs, etiquette and trends
Author's previous book, the bestselling Cool Japan Guide, received glowing reviews: Abby Denson's Cool Japan Guide: Fun in the Land of Manga, Lucky Cats and Ramen offers great insider-tips on some of the best foods and attractions in a kicky comic book style. -- Travel Channel
In her quirky graphic novel Cool Japan Guide, comic book writer Abby Denson takes us on a 'personal tour of Japan' ... -- Conde Nast Traveler
Comic book artist and food blogger Denson (Dolltopia) fills this hip and handy travel guide with her expertise as a frequent visitor to Japan and her bright and vibrant illustrations. -- Publishers Weekly
Those fascinated by Japan will enjoy this amusing and educational romp. -- School Library Journal