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The Little Book Of Tokyo

Take a photographic journey through the modern marvels and historical treasures of Tokyo with this informative, portable Japan travel guide.The Little Book of Tokyo 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. A series of 50 informative mini essays are organized
into four chapters: Tokyo`s Edo Legacy Tokyo Towns City Perspectives Spirit of TokyoIn The Little Book of Tokyo, 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 your trip, on your way, or merely dream of going.
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Take a photographic journey through the modern marvels & historical treasures of Tokyo with this informative, portable Japan travel guide. The Little Book of Tokyo is the perfect introduction to this enchanting, ultra-modern megacity & provides an immersive take on Tokyo combining Japanese history, photography & 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, & the most critical places & happenings in between, including architecture, festivals, & landmarks. It also beautifully captures the many inhabitants of Tokyo, painting a rich & multi-faceted picture of this capital city. A series of 50 informative mini essays are organized into four chapters: Tokyo`s Edo Legacy Tokyo Towns City Perspectives Spirit of Tokyo In The Little Book of Tokyo, veteran photojournalist Ben Simmons continues a quest he began over two decades ago to seek out & share his creative viewpoint & 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 your trip, on your way, or merely dream of going.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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