What is a shogun? Who were the samurai & what is the warrior code? What lies behind the Japanese work ethic? From the ancient tea ceremony to the boom & subsequent downturn of its economic prosperity this uniquely concise introduction to Japan & its history surveys nearly 10000 years of society culture economics & politics Balancing economic & political information with new insights into the twin spheres of art & religion Mikiso Hane offers authoritative coverage of all aspects of Japanese life With a particular focus on the key events of the last 200 years the author also pays special attention to the changing conditions of those whose history has been so frequently neglected
- the women the peasants & the lowest order of untouchables Well-rounded & enlightening this informative account of Japan & its people will be greatly appreciated by historians students & all those with an interest in this diverse & enigmatic country
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Here is a concise & authoritative survey of the rich & complex arts of Japan from the prehistoric period right up to the present now with a new chapter on the latest developments & trends in Japanese art including manga & anime & discussion of world-famous artists architects & photographers such as Nakaya Fujiko Yayoi Kusama Yoko Ono Ando Tadao & Daido Moriyama Throughout the author selects the finest examples to illustrate the story & puts the art into its historical political & cultural context providing a greater understanding for both students & those new to the subject & offering an essential guide to the distinctive arts of Japan ...

If youre looking for the perfect way to cool down then the Set of 10 Folding Fans by Pukkr are great to use at home & whilst youre on the go You can fold them away easily thanks to the portable compact design Made from sustainable eco-friendly bamboo these handheld fans are lightweight & sturdy which makes them perfect for travel These durable fans give off a good draft to keep you refreshed so there is no need for battery-powered electronic fans HISTORYHandheld Japanese folding fans are popularly believed to date back to 670 AD Historically bamboo folding fans follow a simple design but over the years the purpose of these fans has changed Wooden fans were used in Japan as symbols of status & information tools for education & writing They are still used for these purposes in Japan today however they are more popularly used for the modern use of creating your own breeze to help in hot & humid environments EFFICIENT FANThese fans are an efficient alternative to electric fans as no batteries are needed meaning you dont have to keep buying & replacing them! These fans are made to last thanks to the bamboo material so you can save money & help out the planet by simply cooling yourself down DECORATION PIECE & GIFTSAre you hosting a party & looking for decorations? These bamboo folding fans are great decoration pieces as well as being a unique gift for your guests Specification Size Fan Expanded
- 36cm L x 21 H Materia I Bamboo In the Box 10 x Japanese Bamboo Folding Fans 2 Year Warranty All product images 2020 Pukkr (Xbite Ltd)
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The Japanese word 'kanzashi' originally referred to decorative pins as part of the traditional female hairstyles These pins were often works of art in themselves holding in place elaborate floral arrangements made with natural or silk flowers Today kanzashi encompasses flowers made from regular fabrics Sylvie Blondeau shows you how to make 65 of these simply stunning designs The projects are so easy & fun to make that you will soon be making them for every occasion Perfect as accessories on clothing jewellery home decorations or table adornments for special occasions ...

Japanese for Busy People is the most popular Japanese language textbook series in the world With over 20 components including texts workbooks CDs videos & teacher's manuals it is also one of the most comprehensive Now a decade after its first revision the entire series has been redesigned updated & consolidated to meet the needs of 21st-century students & businesspeople who want to learn natural spoken Japanese as effectively as possible in a limited amount of time The book features not only a sleek new design but also a unit structure that ...

Japanese for Busy People is the most popular Japanese language textbook series in the world With over 20 components including texts workbooks CDs videos & teacher's manuals it is also one of the most comprehensive Now a decade after its first revision the entire series has been redesigned updated & consolidated to meet the needs of 21st-century students & businesspeople who want to learn natural spoken Japanese as effectively as possible in a limited amount of time The book features not only a sleek new design but also a unit structure that ...

Japanese for Busy People is the most popular Japanese language textbook series in the world With over 20 components including texts workbooks CDs videos & teacher's manuals it is also one of the most comprehensive Now a decade after its first revision the entire series is being redesigned updated & consolidated to meet the needs of 21st-century students & businesspeople who want to learn natural spoken Japanese as effectively as possible in a limited amount of time The book features not only a sleek new design but also a unit structure that ...

Volume I dealt with survival Japanese' for tourists & other short-term travelers & newcomers to Japan Volume II meanwhile turns to the basics of Japanese syntax The book is by no means only about grammar however Rather it is designed to help learners consolidate their understanding of syntactical structure through lessons that focus on how to talk about topics relevant to daily life In addition to serving learners continuing from Volume I Volume II will benefit those who have already studied beginning Japanese to some extent but wish to brush up on' ...