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Download or read book Omiyage written by Kumiko Sudo and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author Kumiko Sudo creates 45 exquisite handmade gifts in fabric, each with a flair that is uniquely Japanese. Easy-to-follow patterns, beautiful photographs, and colorful step-by-step drawings help the projects come together quickly--many in less than an hour. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms all make delightful gifts.
Download or read book Japanese Tourists written by K.S. Chon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-12-19 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find out how to entertain all types of Japanese tourists from student groups to retirees! Would a Japanese traveler rather see pictures of beautiful landscapes or smiling Japanese couples in a tourist brochure? Will you attract more Japanese tour groups by promising them independence and adventure or excellent food? Given the importance of Japanese tourists to the global travel industry, understanding their travel-related behavior has become an essential item in the tourism research agenda. Japanese Tourists: Socio-Economic, Marketing, and Psychological Analysis investigates the specific needs, behaviors, and desires of this growing segment of the international tourism market. Japanese tourists spend billions of dollars abroad every year, and travel destinations as far apart as Australia and Manhattan compete fiercely for their custom. By taking cultural traits into account, travel industry professionals can better understand exactly what kinds of amenities, accommodations, service, and total experience Japanese travelers are looking for. This volume of original research and well-grounded theory elucidates the specific factors that go into Japanese travel and buying decisions, whether the travelers are Japanese ”office ladies” seeking bargains in Hong Kong or a group of senior citizens hoping to see the Northern Lights. Japanese Tourists: Socio-Economic, Marketing, and Psychological Analysis discusses a full range of issues crucial to attracting Japanese tourism, including: how stage of life affects travel behavior why Japanese people book overseas weddings and group honeymoon tours whether legalized gambling would increase or discourage Japanese tourism in Hawaii how issues of perceived safety affect choice of travel destinations what souvenirs mean in Japanese culture which travel images are most likely to attract Japanese tourists what sources of information Japanese travelers use to help them select destinations Japanese Tourists offers the most up-to-date international studies on the socioeconomic, marketing, and psychological factors affecting Japanese people traveling abroad. This volume is an invaluable resource for travel professionals seeking to break into the tough but lucrative Japanese outbound-tourism market.
Book Synopsis Japanese Language and Culture for Business and Travel by : Kyoko Hijirida
Download or read book Japanese Language and Culture for Business and Travel written by Kyoko Hijirida and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2021-05-25 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No detailed description available for "Japanese Language and Culture for Business and Travel".
Book Synopsis Welcoming the Japanese Visitor by : Kazuo Nishiyama
Download or read book Welcoming the Japanese Visitor written by Kazuo Nishiyama and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 1996-05-01 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The premiere book in understanding the Japanese tourist market. Welcoming the Japanese Visitor offers invaluable practical advice on how to conduct business successfully with specific market segments of Japanese visitors.
Book Synopsis Family Traditions in Hawai'i by : Joan Namkoong
Download or read book Family Traditions in Hawai'i written by Joan Namkoong and published by Bess Press. This book was released on 2004-11 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information on cultural traditions including birthdays, holiday celebrations, coming of age ceremonies, marriages, and funerals. Description and explanations include anecdotes than emphasize the bonds these traditions create. -- From the back cover.
Download or read book Souvenir written by Rolf Potts and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-03-08 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. For as long as people have traveled to distant lands, they have brought home objects to certify the journey. More than mere merchandise, these travel souvenirs take on a personal and cultural meaning that goes beyond the object itself. Drawing on several millennia of examples-from the relic-driven quests of early Christians, to the mass-produced tchotchkes that line the shelves of a Disney gift shop-travel writer Rolf Potts delves into a complicated history that explores issues of authenticity, cultural obligation, market forces, human suffering, and self-presentation. Souvenirs are shown for what they really are: not just objects, but personalized forms of folk storytelling that enable people to make sense of the world and their place in it.' Object Lessons is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic. Souvenir features illustrations by Cedar Van Tassel
Book Synopsis The Ultimate Japanese Phrase Book by : Adrian Gee
Download or read book The Ultimate Japanese Phrase Book written by Adrian Gee and published by Adrian Gee. This book was released on 2024-09-22 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Journey of Elegance and Depth with "The Ultimate Japanese Phrase Book" Mesmerized by the melodic harmony and intricate beauty of the Japanese language? Whether you're an enthusiastic novice stepping into the world of 日本語 (Nihongo) looking to learn Japanese or a seasoned learner aiming for eloquent Japanese conversations, "The Ultimate Japanese Phrase Book" is your essential guide to exploring the profound depths of this fascinating language. This book transcends the boundaries of a typical phrase book. It is a thoughtfully crafted linguistic partner, designed to provide you not only with words but also a deep understanding of the Japanese ethos. Discover what makes us unique: 1. Beyond Basic Phrases: We offer a handpicked collection of over 1001 crucial Japanese phrases. But our mission goes beyond. Immerse yourself in enlightening mini-grammar lessons to fully comprehend the elegant complexity of Japanese grammar. 2. Interactive Japanese Challenges: Strengthen your language skills with engaging activities. It’s a path of practical application, far from mere memorization. 3. Cognitive Enrichment Activities: Our book includes entertaining puzzles and crosswords, expanding your vocabulary while infusing fun into your learning process. 4. Tailored for Real-Life Scenarios: Each phrase is carefully chosen for its relevance and usefulness in everyday situations. Whether you’re strolling through the serene streets of Kyoto, engaging in business in Tokyo, or experiencing the vibrant culture of Osaka, you'll always find the perfect expression. 5. Pronunciation Mastery: Mastering the nuances of Japanese pronunciation can seem daunting. We simplify it, offering clear guidance on vowels, consonants, and pitch accent, enabling you to speak with the confidence of a native. "The Ultimate Japanese Phrase Book" offers you: • A comprehensive array of over 1001 essential Japanese phrases with accurate English translations. • Phonetic guides to help you pronounce Japanese words accurately. • Mini grammar tutorials to deepen your understanding of Japanese syntax. • Practical tips to enhance your everyday Japanese interactions. Say goodbye to language barriers and hello to fluency in Japanese. With our guide, you're not just learning phrases—you're embracing the rich tapestry of Japanese culture and lifestyle. Start your Japanese language adventure today! Follow us on Instagram [@adriangruszka], visit [www.adriangee.com] for more resources, and share your learning journey with us! Your path to Japanese fluency begins now. Grab your copy and communicate in Japanese with finesse and depth!
Download or read book Tokyo written by Michelle Mackintosh and published by Plum. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visiting Tokyo, whether for the first, second or hundredth time, is a life-changing experience. As a city, it's dynamic, exciting and resolutely individual - a mesmerising and unrivalled parade of fashion, design, architecture, and high culture experiences and, of course, the best pop culture in the world. It's also a city of fascinating contrasts; whether you're standing in the middle of the Shibuya scramble, a blur of pedestrians rushing by, or standing before a small shrine, quiet and contemplative, you will feel Tokyo's intensity. This stunning travel and cultural guide is a celebration of the roots and the marvels of contemporary Tokyo. It's a tightly curated list of must-see places and experiences and must-do walks as well as the authors' tried-and-tested favourites. It's for people who want to get an up close and personal look at the real Tokyo - the food, the crafts, the hidden finds, the architectural marvels, where to go to get into the thick of it and where to go to escape the madness. This is a specially formatted fixed-layout ebook that retains the look and feel of the print book.
Book Synopsis Using Japanese Synonyms by : A. E. Backhouse
Download or read book Using Japanese Synonyms written by A. E. Backhouse and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-06-16 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being a successful speaker of a given language involves control of the meaning and use of vocabulary items, taking in their lexical content (what phenomena they refer to), combinatorial behaviour (what items they occur with) and situational characteristics (e.g. as colloquial or formal terms). This essential reference book provides clear information on these aspects for around three hundred groups of Japanese near-synonyms, supplemented by a wide range of authentic examples. The result is a clear profile of the meaning and use of each item, highlighting similarities and distinctions among neighbouring terms and expanding learners' lexical range. The book is designed primarily for English-speaking learners, and the selection of groups and items and the overall treatment adopted reflects the author's extensive experience in teaching Japanese to English speakers. Japanese forms and examples appear in both romanisation and Japanese orthography, and the bilingual indexes allow readers to locate synonyms quickly and easily.
Book Synopsis Food and the Memory by : Harlan Walker
Download or read book Food and the Memory written by Harlan Walker and published by Oxford Symposium. This book was released on 2001 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the eighteenth volume, 2001, of the series of papers and submissions to the Oxford Symposium on Food & Cookery.
Book Synopsis Japan And Asian Modernities by : Raud
Download or read book Japan And Asian Modernities written by Raud and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The effect of Japan on the challenges and complexities of the modernisation process that globalisation has brought to the fore in Asia are the subject of this interdisciplinary volume by leading scholars in the field. Using fascinating examples drawn from current business and organisational practice in Asia, it focuses on the impact that Japanese modernity has made in Asia as a model to be imitated because of its apparent success in adopting western technologies while retaining its own cultural identity. At the same time, Japan itself is a dominant force in modernity in East and South East Asia, exporting its own type of modernisation, management and business practices, and models of 'traditional' social relations which do not necessarily correspond to the traditions of other Asian cultures.This adds another element to the conventional model of modernity as a dialogue between West and East; without considering Japan's special significance in the region, any critical assessment of the modernising process in Asia would not be possible. This emphasis is the special contribution of this innovative work which aims to show the extent to which the experiences of one non-Western modernity can influence others; to highlight the problems of cultural identity that must be faced by modernising societies; and, above all aims to contribute to the larger debates on intercultural communication that are vital for achieving genuine understanding between representatives of different cultures, traditions and world views.Besides Asian and Japanese Studies specialists, "Japan and Asian Modernities" is addressed to a larger audience of academics and specialists working in the areas of history of ideas, political science, the sociology and anthropology of business, comparative cultural studies and economics or other disciplines related to contemporary East and South-East Asia where the subject of alternative modernities is relevant.
Download or read book Omiyage written by Kumiko Sudo and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2012-09-18 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author Kumiko Sudo creates 45 exquisite handmade gifts in fabric, each with a flair that is uniquely Japanese. Easy-to-follow patterns, beautiful photographs, and colorful step-by-step drawings help the projects come together quickly--many in less than an hour. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms all make delightful gifts.
Book Synopsis Re-made in Japan by : Joseph Jay Tobin
Download or read book Re-made in Japan written by Joseph Jay Tobin and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 1992-01-01 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonel Sanders, Elvis, Mickey Mouse, and Jack Daniels have been enthusiastically embraced by Japanese consumers in recent decades. But rather than simply imitate or borrow from the West, the Japanese reinterpret and transform Western products and practices to suit their culture. This entertaining and enlightening book shows how in the process of domesticating foreign goods and customs, the Japanese have created a culture in which once-exotic practices (such as ballroom dancing) have become familiar, and once- familiar practices (such as public bathing) have become exotic. Written by scholars from anthropology, sociology, and the humanities, the book ranges from analyses of Tokyo Disneyland and the Japanese passion for the Argentinean tango to discussions of Japanese haute couture and the search for an authentic nouvelle cuisine japonaise. These topics are approached from a variety of perspectives, with explorations of the interrelations of culture, ideology, and national identity and analyses of the roles that gender, class, generational, and regional differences play in the patterning of Japanese consumption. The result is a fascinating look at a dynamic society that is at once like and unlike our own.
Book Synopsis Branding Japanese Food by : Katarzyna J. Cwiertka
Download or read book Branding Japanese Food written by Katarzyna J. Cwiertka and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2020-02-29 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Branding Japanese Food is the first book in English on the use of food for the purpose of place branding in Japan. At the center of the narrative is the 2013 inscription of “Washoku, traditional dietary cultures of the Japanese, notably for the celebration of New Year” on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The authors challenge the very definition of washoku as it was presented in the UNESCO nomination, and expose the multitude of contradictions and falsehoods used in the promotion of Japanese cuisine as part of the nation-branding agenda. Cwiertka and Yasuhara argue further that the manipulation of historical facts in the case of washoku is actually a continuation of similar practices employed for centuries in the branding of foods as iconic markers of tourist attractions. They draw parallels with gastronomic meibutsu (famous products) and edible omiyage (souvenirs), which since the early modern period have been persistently marketed through questionable connections with historical personages and events. Today, meibutsu and omiyage play a central role in the travel experience in Japan and comprise a major category in the practices of gift exchange. Few seem to mind that the stories surrounding these foods are hardly ever factual, despite the fact that the stories, rather than the food itself, constitute the primary attraction. The practice itself is derived from the intellectual exercise of evoking specific associations and sentiments by referring to imaginary landscapes, known as utamakura or meisho. At first restricted to poetry, this exercise was expanded to the visual arts, and by the early modern period familiarity with specific locations and the culinary associations they evoked had become a fixed component of public collective knowledge. The construction of the myths of meibutsu, omiyage, and washoku as described in this book not only enriches the understanding of Japanese culinary culture, but also highlights the dangers of tweaking history for branding purposes, and the even greater danger posed by historians remaining silent in the face of this irreversible reshaping of the past into a consumable product for public enjoyment.
Download or read book Louder and Faster written by Deborah Wong and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2019-09-10 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2020 Alan Merriam Prize for Best Book Published in Ethnomusicology, Society for Ethnomusicology A free open access ebook is available upon publication. Learn more at www.luminosoa.org. Louder and Faster is a cultural study of the phenomenon of Asian American taiko, the thundering, athletic drumming tradition that originated in Japan. Immersed in the taiko scene for twenty years, Deborah Wong has witnessed cultural and demographic changes and the exponential growth and expansion of taiko particularly in Southern California. Through her participatory ethnographic work, she reveals a complicated story embedded in memories of Japanese American internment and legacies of imperialism, Asian American identity and politics, a desire to be seen and heard, and the intersection of culture and global capitalism. Exploring the materialities of the drums, costumes, and bodies that make sound, analyzing the relationship of these to capitalist multiculturalism, and investigating the gender politics of taiko, Louder and Faster considers both the promises and pitfalls of music and performance as an antiracist practice. The result is a vivid glimpse of an Asian American presence that is both loud and fragile.
Download or read book Japan written by James Mak and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 1997-10-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of twenty-six essays furnishes concise explanations of everyday Japanese life in simplified economic terms. They begin with such questions as, Do Japanese live better than Americans? Why don't Japanese workers claim all their overtime? Why don't Japanese use personal checking accounts? Why do Japanese give and receive so many gifts? The essays are written in non-technical, accessible language intended for the undergraduate or advanced placement high school student taking an economics course or studying Japan in a social science course. The general reader will find the book a fascinating compendium of facts on Japanese culture and daily life.
Download or read book Japan written by Michelle Mackintosh and published by Plum. This book was released on 2022-10-04 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is something about Japan that works its way into every fibre of your being. No matter how many times you visit, you'll always uncover new experiences and life-altering adventures. Pack your bags and travel with us to a country rich in cultural history and full of fascinating contrasts, from the frantic pace of Tokyo and Osaka, to the wintry soul of Hokkaido in the north and the natural wonders of Kyushu in the south. Navigate the dynamic cities, walk the roads of old Japan in Kyoto, Nara, Kanazawa and Nikko, or go off-grid to smaller, far-flung towns, each with their own unique traditions, crafts, sights, food and art. Packed with cultural insights and stunning photography, this experiential and eclectic guide takes you on a deeper journey into Japan. Read up on history and local knowledge before you go, learn how to navigate the Shinkansen (bullet train), contemplate modern art and architecture, lose yourself in gardens, shrines and temples, and indulge in the best food tourism of your life. This tightly curated list of must-see places and experiences is for people who want to get an up close and personal look at the real Japan. This is a specially formatted fixed-layout ebook that retains the look and feel of the print book.
