?An excellent introduction to the large trends of early Chinese history; ideal for those new to the subject."?School Library Journal
Sure to be a classic, Donald Richie's concise, profound insights into the mysteries of Japanese
A timeless classic that points to tea as Asia's unique power to influence the world.
Discover the beauty of haiku and be inspired to start your own haiku group!
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In 1689, Matsuo Basho set off on a five-month journey into the mountains north of the capital, Edo. On his journey, he composed a number of observational... Læs mere
In detailing the affair between a garden designer and his client's wife, this Japanese novel explores the roots of passion.
How China became the China we know today, through war and societal transformation.
An informal yet informed journey through the classic works of Japanese cinema and their directors.
An American student in 1970s Kyoto rambles among the city's beauties and traditions, learning as he goes.
A tender, timeless fable about afterlife from Japan's best-loved children's writer.
The first book in English to apply ancient Japanese Shinto traditions to daily spiritual fulfillment.