A charming guide to Japan in comic-book form! For comic-book artist Audry Nicklin, visiting Japan was the trip of a lifetime. Armed with her watercolors and accompanied by her husband, Connor, she explored Hiroshima and its Peace Memorial Park; the famous red-gated shrine at Miyajima; Himeji Castle; neon-lit Osaka; the ancient temples of Mount Koya, Nara, and Kyoto; and the crowded streets and leafy parks of Tokyo. Highlights of her trip include: Encounters with wild deer while visiting the famous Miyajima red gate. A visit to Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Museum. A visit to the Tokyo graveyard where the famed 47 Ronin are buried. Tasting a variety of authentic dishes like sushi, okonomiyaki, ramen, and Japanese BBQ. Tips on getting around Japan by bullet train, local train, ferry, and bus! With cute illustrations and entertaining commentary from the artist, this book will appeal to manga fans and anyone who loves Japan. Practical tips are included for those interested in painting on location. This uniquely personal guide to Japan is sure to inform and entertain!

Author:	Audry Nicklin
ISBN:	9784805316436
Dimensions:	203mm x 152mm
Book Type:	Hardback