{"product_id":"the-little-book-of-tokyo-hardcover","title":"The Little Book of Tokyo - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBen Simmons\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake a photographic journey through the modern marvels and historical treasures of Tokyo with this informative, portable Japan travel guide.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Tokyo\u003c\/i\u003e, veteran photojournalist Ben Simmons continues a quest he began over two decades ago to seek out and share his creative viewpoint and insider's perspective. Small enough to carry while traveling in Japan, this book is an ideal travel companion for a Tokyo experience, whether you're planning a trip, already on your way, or merely dream of going. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA series of 50 informative mini essays are organized into four chapters: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tokyo's Edo Legacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tokyo Towns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e City Perspectives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Spirit of Tokyo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Tokyo\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect introduction to this enchanting, ultra-modern megacity and provides an immersive take on Tokyo combining Japanese history, photography and cultural commentary. It weaves a tapestry of the city's many unique idiosyncrasies, offering strategies for exploring the High City to the Low City, Tokyo Bay to the top of Tokyo Skytree, and the most critical places and happenings in between, including architecture, festivals, and landmarks. It also beautifully captures the many inhabitants of Tokyo, painting a rich and multi-faceted picture of this capital city.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBen Simmons\u003c\/b\u003e completed an MFA in photography and art history and taught photography at Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina before moving to Japan, where he has been working as a professional photojournalist for over 20 years. His recent books include \u003ci\u003eKyoto Gardens, Japanese Architecture, Tokyo Megacity, Kyoto: City of Zen, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTokyo Desire.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 6 x 9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 01, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51772645867808,"sku":"9780804857246","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/8f5017e11c5594842fffb04d76136e57.webp?v=1780410365","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-little-book-of-tokyo-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}