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Nihon - Japan: A Land Tradition and Wonder: Culture, customs and costumes of the Land of the Rising Sun
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ISBN13: 9798246036105
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 28 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.76 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 28 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.76 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Nihon - Japan Between Tradition and Wonder
Curiosities, Customs and Traditions from the Land of the Rising Sun
by Silvestri Fosco
A fascinating journey into the heart of Japan, where ancient traditions meet dazzling modernity.
This book guides the reader on a discovery of a country that continues to surprise and enchant, suspended between the meditative silence of temples and the frenetic rhythm of its metropolises. Nihon - Japan Between Tradition and Wonder is not a simple guidebook, but an intense and moving narrative that weaves together history, culture, customs, and curiosities into a refined and authentic mosaic.
Curiosities, Customs and Traditions from the Land of the Rising Sun
by Silvestri Fosco
A fascinating journey into the heart of Japan, where ancient traditions meet dazzling modernity.
This book guides the reader on a discovery of a country that continues to surprise and enchant, suspended between the meditative silence of temples and the frenetic rhythm of its metropolises. Nihon - Japan Between Tradition and Wonder is not a simple guidebook, but an intense and moving narrative that weaves together history, culture, customs, and curiosities into a refined and authentic mosaic.
Page after page, readers immerse themselves in the charm of hanami, the admiration of cherry blossoms in bloom, uncover the secrets of the tea ceremony, walk barefoot on the tatami of traditional homes, and let themselves be wrapped in the steam of onsen, the Japanese hot springs. Folk festivals, matsuri, the colors of kimonos, greeting rituals, table etiquette, the myths of spirits and kami: every aspect of Japanese life reveals a rich and surprising symbolic universe.
Alongside cultural descriptions, the book offers evocative stories and scenes of daily life that bring the narrative to life. Through recurring characters-the traveler Oraldo, the wise teacher Yumi, the tireless Kenji, the memory of Grandma Sumi, and even the curious cat Nori-Japanese culture takes shape in a warm and human way, transforming each chapter into an immersive and vibrant experience.
With an engaging and respectful style, Silvestri Fosco guides the reader along an emotional journey filled with wonder, discovery, and intimate reflection. The work does not merely list facts and information, but invites readers to truly feel Japan: the fragrance of incense, the sound of water flowing over stones in zen gardens, the rustle of kimonos, the discreet smiles of people.
An ideal book for those who:
- love Japanese culture and history;
- dream of visiting the Land of the Rising Sun;
- wish to understand customs and traditions with an authentic perspective;
- want to treat themselves to a work that combines knowledge, emotion, and poetry.
Whether you are a traveler seeking inspiration, a passionate scholar, or simply curious to discover the secrets of a unique civilization, this book will gently lead you into a world where every gesture has meaning, every season has a voice, and every encounter leaves a lasting mark.
Let yourself be enveloped by the magic of Japan. Discover its ancient heart and its wondrous soul.
Alongside cultural descriptions, the book offers evocative stories and scenes of daily life that bring the narrative to life. Through recurring characters-the traveler Oraldo, the wise teacher Yumi, the tireless Kenji, the memory of Grandma Sumi, and even the curious cat Nori-Japanese culture takes shape in a warm and human way, transforming each chapter into an immersive and vibrant experience.
With an engaging and respectful style, Silvestri Fosco guides the reader along an emotional journey filled with wonder, discovery, and intimate reflection. The work does not merely list facts and information, but invites readers to truly feel Japan: the fragrance of incense, the sound of water flowing over stones in zen gardens, the rustle of kimonos, the discreet smiles of people.
An ideal book for those who:
- love Japanese culture and history;
- dream of visiting the Land of the Rising Sun;
- wish to understand customs and traditions with an authentic perspective;
- want to treat themselves to a work that combines knowledge, emotion, and poetry.
Whether you are a traveler seeking inspiration, a passionate scholar, or simply curious to discover the secrets of a unique civilization, this book will gently lead you into a world where every gesture has meaning, every season has a voice, and every encounter leaves a lasting mark.
Let yourself be enveloped by the magic of Japan. Discover its ancient heart and its wondrous soul.
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