"A sharp-tongued spokesman for Japan's environment and traditions"
--The New York Times In Alex Kerr's critically acclaimed Lost Japan
and Dogs and Demons, he documented the decline of the traditional
landscapes of Japan, his adopted home of many years. Here, in
Hidden Japan he makes a journey of rediscovery to find the wonders
that still remain. Originally published in Japanese as a call to
preserve disappearing facets of Japan's rich and ancient culture,
Hidden Japan records Kerr's travels to various remote and
lesser-known places where pockets of traditional culture can still
be found. Some are faraway--like Aogashima Island, 200 miles south
of Tokyo--while others are easy to reach, such as Mii-dera temple
just east of Kyoto. The ten engaging essays in this book describe
surprising remnants of Japan's fragile physical and cultural
environment, including: Avant-garde Butoh dancing in the remote
village of Tashiro in Akita Prefecture How shochu liquor is
distilled from tropical ferns on the Pacific island of Aogashima An
austere but delicious kaiseki meal in rural Tottori Prefecture
composed of local herbs and meats Anecdotes relating to Kerr's
childhood growing up in Japan and his passion for restoring old
houses The damage caused by governmental infrastructure and
reforestation policies, as well as by tourism Plus many other
topics! Kerr's sharp eye for detail and exquisite descriptions of
Japanese, arts, architecture and foods will inspire readers who
already appreciate his unique look at the "reality" of Japan beyond
the romance. His personal involvement and obvious love for his
subjects encourage us all to think more carefully about our own
traditions and environment, and to challenge ourselves to search
for better solutions to preserve what is of value all around us.
General
Imprint: |
Tuttle Publishing
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
August 2023 |
First published: |
2023 |
Authors: |
Alex Kerr
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Dimensions: |
203 x 130mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
256 |
ISBN-13: |
978-4-8053-1751-8 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
4-8053-1751-5 |
Barcode: |
9784805317518 |
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