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[About the Book] ーBeneath the “official history” lies a buried truth- Completed in the 8th century, the Nihon Shoki is often regarded as Japan’s oldest official chronicle. Yet when compared with Chinese historical works such as the New Book of Tang, elements of historical revision and narrative……続きを見る

The Heisei era saw gradual yet far-reaching transformations in Japanese society and culture. Globalization, shifting identities, evolving family structures, and changes in education and public discourse all reshaped everyday life, while popular culture-from manga and anime to foodways and sport-em……続きを見る

Strange Tales from Japan presents 99 spine-tingling tales of ghosts, yokai, demons, shapeshifters and trickster animals who inhabit remote reaches of the Japanese countryside. In his introduction, renowned translator William Scott Wilson explains the role these stories play in local Japanese cult……続きを見る

1.Japanese Spirituality 2.Where Does the Japanese Spirituality Come From? 3.The Reason Why Emerson Wrote “Nature”? 4.Ideas and Thoughts 5“Manosube” and “Mikumari” 6.Practices of “Katakamuna” 7.Sound, Symbols, and Structure 8.Masculine and Feminine (Sanuki and Awa) 9.Awakening and Satori 10.An……続きを見る

Whether you're ready to hop a plane and travel to Japan tomorrow, or interested in Japanese culture, this fun and colorful travelogue by noted comic book artist and food blogger Abby Denson, husband Matt, friend Yuuko, and sidekick, Kitty Sweet Tooth, will present Japan in a unique and fascinating……続きを見る

これまで日本法に関する英語の書籍は乏しく、特に日本人の研究者が執筆に関与したものはごくわずかしか存在しませんでした。 　本書は、日本の大学で教鞭をとる研究者たちが協同して、日本の法制度や社会について法社会学の視点から読み解いた初学者にも分かりやすいテキストです（全編英語）。日本の法制度や社会につい……続きを見る

Japanese Shinto is the simple belief that the divine dwells in all things around us. Shinto: The Japanese World of Kami Spirits is a concise guide to the fundamental elements of the Shinto religion-its rich mythology and symbols, intricate rituals, festivals, ancestral spirits, awe-inspiring arch……続きを見る

**2012 Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award Winner!** A cultural adventure for kids, All About Japan offers a journey to a new place-and ways to bring it to life! Dive into stories, play some games from Japan, and learn some Japanese songs. Two friends, a boy from the country and a gir……続きを見る

[About the Book] ーThe Life Story of a Woman Who Endured Postwar Japan- During her student years, the war prevented her from studying as she had wished. After entering the workforce, she strongly felt the struggles of living as a “woman” in society. Still, she persevered and gave her very best a……続きを見る

[About the Book] In 1936, the February 26 Incident shook Japan to its core. Why did young army officers attempt to remake the state while shouting the Emperor’s name? This book probes that question in depth, unraveling the truth behind the incident through both historical context and philosophica……続きを見る

日本編！飛び出す絵本でネコと旅するアドベンチャー 人気の1作目Tokyo Pop-Up Book で登場したキャラクター、少年チコと気まぐれな飼い猫の「ネコ」が本書では日本のランドマークを旅します。ネコを追いかけまわし疲れ果てたチコはようやく眠りに着きますが、翌朝起きるとネコが再び脱走！実は前夜にGPS を付けていたチコ……続きを見る

日本の伝統的デザインである“家紋”を文化的、歴史的背景からとらえた決定版！ 日本では12世紀の公家時代から、家名を象徴するデザインが用いられてきました。本書は850点以上の家紋を収録し、デザインの元となったモチーフの解説、文化的背景、そして旗や看板、建物などにどのように家紋が用いられているかを写真で紹介し……続きを見る

いま、世界で注目されるSTEAM教育を、今日からおうちではじめられる！ 世界で実践されているSTEAM教育のアクティビティの中から、かんたんで楽しくできるもの、子どもたちが探究や創造をひろげられるものを30紹介。切り取ってすぐできるアクティビティシートと、ワクワクをかきこめるアクティビティノートのふろくつきで……続きを見る

[About the Book] ー A book for everyone interested in Zen - While leading a busy life as an elementary school teacher and participating in zazen meditation sessions, the author reflects on the accelerating crises of modern society-political and economic instability, poverty and ethnic conflict, en……続きを見る

As one of Japan's most distinguished and gifted diplomats of his generation, Yukio Okamoto navigated the corridors of political power at the highest levels. In Japan and the United States, Okamoto recounts the compelling story of his diplomatic service and his role as a steadfast advocate for stro……続きを見る

This beautifully illustrated volume presents 82 cat-themed haiku by Japan's most celebrated poets-including Basho, Issa, Shiki, Buson, Soseki and many others. Beautifully compiled and illustrated by award-winning artst Manda, and translated by bestselling author William Scott Wilson, this collect……続きを見る

2ヶ月間暮らすように現地を旅して、本当に感動したものだけを「ロングライフデザイン」の視点で、本音で紹介しています。続きを見る

俳人山頭火の生涯（彌生書房刊）英訳版 友人であり俳人の大山澄太氏が編集した種田山頭火の俳句とエッセイ。米国を代表する日本文学翻訳家、ウィリアム・スコット・ウィルソン氏が翻訳しました。 自己の真実を貫くために世俗を捨てて一介の乞食僧となり、托鉢行脚の旅の中で自在の心より涌き出る秀れた俳句を数多く残し……続きを見る

【d design travel シリーズとは】 2ヶ月間、暮らすように現地を旅して、本当に感動したものだけを厳選し、 「ロングライフデザイン」の視点で、本音で紹介しています。 各都道府県に根付いた「長く続くもの」・「その土地の個性＝らしさ」を選定し、 ［観光・飲食・買物・喫茶・宿泊・人物］の6つのカテゴリーに分けて……続きを見る

First revealed to Westerners in the chronicles of Marco Polo, Japan was a legendary faraway land defended by a fearsome Kamikaze storm and ruled by a divine sovereign. It was the terminus of the Silk Road, the furthest end of the known world, a fertile source of inspiration for European artists, a……続きを見る

The Life of an Amorous Man is a groundbreaking work by Ihara Saikaku, Japan's first popular novelist. This new unabridged English translation of Saikaku's seminal work includes the 54 illustrations drawn by the author and published in the original Japanese edition. The story follows Yonosuke, a p……続きを見る

各大学で義務化されているFD（Faculty Development）の効果的な進め方について、教員、職員に向け、具体的なノウハウをまとめる。実践現場のリアリティを反映した100の疑問に対し、多彩な経験をもつ執筆者らが、研究の知見を基盤に明解に回答。巻末には、実践に役立つアンケート例や、文献・ウェブサイトなどの資料付き。……続きを見る

[About the Book] ーFestivals Connect People’s Hearts- Every May in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the “Odawara Festival” is held, drawing visitors from all over Japan. Among its highlights is the grand parade of the “Odawara Hojo Godai Festival,” where floats and mikoshi (portable shrines) f……続きを見る

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Packed with colorful illustrations and fun facts about Japanese culture, celebrations, language and history, this multicultural children's books will delight children and parents alike! A wonderful look at Japanese culture and family life, Japanese Traditions is an intricately illustrated romp th……続きを見る

This beautifully illustrated collection of seasonal haiku poems by Japan's best-known poets is the perfect book for poetry lovers or anyone who wants to learn more about Japanese haiku. Selected and exquisitely translated by William Scott Wilson, the book features more than 385 haiku by over 100 f……続きを見る

[About the Book] – Discover the Hidden Beauty of Japan, Even Most Japanese Don’t Know – This book is both a travelogue and a guidebook, featuring historical gardens located in Japan’s Chūbu region (Aichi, Gifu, and Mie prefectures). The author, traveling mainly by public transportation, explores……続きを見る

Critically acclaimed author and longtime Japan resident Robert Whiting turns his attention to the fascinating stories of foreigners who made waves and achieved notoriety in post-World War II Japan. In this rare insider's look at Japan through the eyes of foreigners, this book covers a fascinating……続きを見る