Japanese Photography Guide

A fascinating photographic journey to discover both the most famous and the least known places that deserve to be visited.

This compact travel pictorial and Japan travel guide is packed with cultural and historical information along with charming photographs. Japan is a country shrouded in mystery, even now in the 21st century. The myriad facets that, when put together, compose the whole of this nation are impossible to fully capture. But in The Little Book of Japan, the dynamic photographer-writer team of Gorazd Vilhar and Charlotte Anderson do an admirable job of creating a celebration in words and images that encapsulates what makes this country so extraordinary. Small and easily portable, The Little Book of Japan is organized in a series of 44 essays with photographs contained within four chapters: Cultural Icons, Traditions, Places and Spiritual Life. Under these four overarching ideals, Vilhar and Anderson explore a wide range of topics from Japanese cultural icons and traditions to Japan's spiritual life to its unique cities and villages. Broad enough to satisfy anyone with an interest in the culture, art, and beliefs of this unique island nation, yet comprehensive enough for the true Japanophile, The Little Book of Japan is a stunning collection of photographs and thoughtful essays. With everything from Cherry Blossoms to Sushi, Calligraphy to Kimonos, Old Tokyo to Hiroshima, to intimate details of Buddhism and Pilgrimages, this book is a beautiful and enjoyable way to learn more about the fascinating island nation of Japan.

"This photographic guide covers almost 600 species of birds, including all resident and migrant species and most vagrants recorded in the region. The photography has been selected to show important identification features, while text provides vital information on plumage, voice and confusion species enabling field identification. Each species has a distribution map accompanied by notes on world range, habitat and status in Japan."--BOOK JACKET.

Anyone visiting Tokyo should not overlook any of the must-see places to take fabulous photos. This book is not only for ambitious photographers and influencers, but for all travellers who want to take beautiful photos for their own memories or for posting on social media. In the book, 70 attractions are presented in detail with 230 photos. The book helps all tourists to optimally plan and carry out their next trip to Tokyo. Anyone who has already visited Tokyo can use this book on Tokyo highlights as a coffee table book to reminisce about past journeys or to prepare for visiting what was missed on previous trips. Inside the guide: * 70 Locations with all the necessary information * 230 colour photos to illustrate the places * Concrete photo tips for taking the best possible pictures * Descriptions of how to get there by public transport * QR codes for Google and GPS positions * Tips on the weather, recommended times of day and year * Information on strong> focal lengths, tripods and selfie sticks * Virtual travel and travel preparation with map apps * More tips on events and saving money In addition to the most popular 30 photo spots, the best photo spots by season, most important architectural highlights and recommended viewing platforms are also given. Finally, the most popular traditional festivals and hotels with excellent views are presented.