Hell in Japanese Art (Tsukioka Yoshitoshi)(Paperback)

Hell in Japanese Art (Tsukioka Yoshitoshi)(Paperback)

This art book showcases depictions of hell in Japanese art from the 12th century to the 19th century. It features a large collection of masterpieces presented with details and enlargements from the works. These images are of aesthetic, thought-provoking, frightening and wickedly funny. The

History of Art in Japan (Rousmaniere Nicole Coolidge)(Paperback)

History of Art in Japan is a fully illustrated overview of Japanese art, written by one of Japan's most distinguished art historians. This masterful account of the country's exceptional cultural heritage sheds light on how Japan has nurtured distinctive aesthetics, prominent artists, and movements

Japanese Art Close-Up (Reeve John)(Paperback / softback)

From the successful, collectable Art-in-Detail series, now available in paperback with new

Hell in the Central Pacific 1944: The Palau Islands (Diamond Jon)(Paperback)

In September 1944, to prevent Japanese air interdiction against General MacArthur's planned invasion of the Southern Philippines, the Americans attacked Peleliu and Angaur in the Palau group of the Western Caroline Islands. Admiral Halsey, commanding the US Third Fleet, feared the heavily defended

The Life of Animals in Japanese Art (Singer Robert T.)(Pevná vazba)

A sweeping exploration of animals in Japanese art and culture across sixteen centuriesFew countries have devoted as much artistic energy to the depiction of animal life as Japan. Drawing upon the country's unique spiritual heritage, rich literary traditions, and currents in popular culture,

Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage (Morey Craig)(Paperback)

From ornately decorative to excruciatingly stringent, Japanese rope bondage is an art which has developed over centuries of martial and erotic practice. Now, accomplished Japanese-born educator and bondage practitioner, Midori shows step by step how to achieve beautiful and exciting Japanese

Japanese Art in Perspective - East-West Encounters (Takashina Shuji)(Pevná vazba)

Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers (Sato Shozo)(Paperback)

The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than simply putting flowers in a container. Ikebana is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together. Written by renowned Ikebana expert Shozo

Making Out in Japanese: A Japanese Language Phrase Book (Japanese Phrasebook) (Geers Todd)(Paperback)

Making Out in Japanese is a fun, accessible and thorough Japanese phrase book and guide to the Japanese language as it's really spoken. Sugoku suki Mata aeru?--(I'm crazy about you Shall we meet again?) Answer this correctly in Japanese, and you may be going on a hot date. Incorrectly, and you

In Praise of Shadows (Tanizaki Junichiro)(Paperback / softback)

An intimate reflection on Japanese art and architecture from one of the country's greatest novelists. This is an enchanting essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. Tanizaki's eye ranges over architecture, jade, food, toilets, and combines an acute sense of the use of space in

Shunga - Sex and Pleasure in Japanese Art (Gerstle C. Andrew)(Pevná vazba)

Keiko's Ikebana: A Contemporary Approach to the Traditional Japanese Art of Flower Arranging (Kubo Keiko)(Paperback)

Keiko's unique approach to ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, combines traditional techniques with modern tastes. Her influences--which range from sculpture to today's Western floral design--come together to create one-of-a-kind arrangements that are authentic and eye-catching, simple

Japanese Farm Food (Hachisu Nancy Singleton)(Paperback)

Japanese Farm Food, now available in paperback, offers a unique look into life on a Japanese farm through 165 simple, clear-flavored recipes along with personal stories and over 350 stunning photographs. It is a book about love, community, and life in rural Japan. Gourmand World Cookbook Awards

The Japanese Art of Reiki: A Practical Guide to Self-Healing (Steine Bronwen)(Paperback)

A practical Reiki book from the traditional Japanese

Elegance in Japanese Art: EDO Rinpa Bird and Flower Painting (Miyazaki Momo)(Paperback)

A fascinating book on the elegant paintings of birds and flowers in Edo-Rinpa paintingThe Rinpa school is one of the historical schools in Japanese painting established in 17th century Kyoto. Later in 19th century Edo (old Tokyo), Hoitsu Sakai, who worshiped and was influenced by Korin Ogata,

Japanese Swords (Anon)(Paperback)

First published in 1913, this book contains a fascinating treatise on Japanese swords, in particular the 'katana', 'wakizashi', and 'tachi'. It includes interesting historical information, detailed descriptions, a discussion of notable sword smiths and warriors, details on manufacture, and much

Japanese Art (Stanley-Baker Joan)(Paperback)

The uniqueness of Japanese culture rests on the fact that, throughout its history, Japan has continually taken, adapted, and transformed diverse influences--whether from Korea, China, and the South Seas, or Europe and America--into distinct traditions of its own. This book, an authoritative and

Yakuza Tattoo (Johansson Andreas)(Paperback)

The art of the Japanese tattoo has fascinated people across the world for decades, but in Japan they are taboo since traditional full body tattoos are associated with the Japanese mafia - the Yakuza. Few organizations are as feared as the legendary Yakuza. They have an impact well beyond Japan, in

Hiyaku: An Intermediate Japanese Course (Eguchi Shigeru)(Paperback)

Hiyaku: An Intermediate Japanese Course provides a progressive intermediate course in Japanese, incorporating modern teaching methods and practicing all four language skills. Hiyaku provides content-based instruction, with authentic and semi-authentic dialogues and readings, all carefully selected

Ikigai: The Japanese Art of a Meaningful Life (Mitsuhashi Yukari)(Paperback)

Ikigai is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies happiness in living. It is, essentially, the reason that you get up in the morning. This book is about finding your ikigai - identifying your purpose or passion and using this knowledge to achieve greater happiness in your life. Your ikigai

Japanese Ikebana for Every Season (Ueno Yuji)(Pevná vazba)

Ikebana, or 'making flowers alive' in Japanese, is the ancient art of formal flower arrangement. Practiced since the seventh century, the true goal of Ikebana is to take a few beautiful flowers and plants and tastefully present them in very simple containers to enhance home decor. The 53 elegant

The Japanese Garden (Walker Sophie)(Pevná vazba)

An in-depth exploration spanning 800 years of the art, essence, and enduring impact of the Japanese garden.The most comprehensive exploration of the art of the Japanese garden published to date, this book covers more than eight centuries of the history of this important genre. Author and garden

Kendo: A Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Swordsmanship (Salmon Geoff)(Paperback)

Master the art of Kendo--Japanese Swordsmanship with this illustrated and comprehensive martial arts guide. Kendo or the 'Way of the Sword' holds a special place within the martial arts as one of the few practices tracing back directly to Japan's ancient samurai heritage. Modern students flock to

The Art of Japanese Joinery (Seike Kiyosi)(Paperback)

This lively introduction to Japanese joinery not only delves lovingly into the unique history and development of Japanese carpentry, but also reveals many secrets of Japanese joinery. Presenting 48 joints, selected from among the several hundred known and used today, this visually exciting book