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The Japanese bestseller: a tale of love, new beginnings, and the comfort that can be found between the pages of a good book.When twenty-five-year-old Takako's boyfriend reveals he's marrying someone else, she reluctantly accepts her eccentric uncle...

kokoro [n.] intelligent heart, feeling mind One year. Two devastating losses. Three sacred Japanese mountains. A major life transition, a heart full of grief and a revelation that changes everything. Join Japanologist Beth Kempton on a pilgrimage...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe perfect Christmas gift for foodies! Whether vegan, veggie or simply an avid home cook, this exquisitely designed cookbook is full of simple recipes that will have every recipient swooning...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A love letter to Bombay told through food and stories, including their legendary black daal' Yotam Ottolenghi At long last, Dishoom share the secrets to their much sought-after Bombay comfort food: the Bacon Naan Roll,...

'The next round in Billy's fight is pain-racked, frank and reflective . . . an inspiring piece from a man who's been to hell and back and has the scars to prove it'JOE COLE'Brutally honest, dark and disturbing. A book that tells of the reality of drugs...

Let Marco Polo Japan guide you around this beautiful country. Explore Japan with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country's trendiest places, and get tips on...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783969001202Author Philip ArneillFormat HardbackPage Count 168Imprint Kehrer VerlagPublisher Kehrer Verlag

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherSoutheast Asia... many faces, many places, many ways to get tongue-tied. From Hue to Vientiene, from Phuket to Phnom Penh, turn your travel challenges into unforgettable experiences.Order the right...

From serene Buddhist temples to the world's busiest intersection, experience the cosmopolitan culture, deeply embedded history, and legendary cuisine of Japan's top cities. Inside Moon Tokyo, Kyoto & Hiroshima you'll find:Flexible itineraries for 1 to 5...

Lonely Planet's Vietnam is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Kayak through Halong Bay, sample street food in Hanoi and immerse yourself...

This Sri Lanka guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and...

THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER'Chris Broad explores Japan in all its quirky glory..Endlessly fascinating!'Will Ferguson, author of Hokkaido Highway Blues'Carves a unique path across Japan bringing him into contact with far too many cats, heartening renewal in...

Thailand's largest island, Phuket is so much more than its notorious nightlife. Away from the hustle and bustle, secluded beaches, tranquil temples and lush rainforests offer travel experiences galore.Make the most of your trip to this beautiful island...

A cosmopolitan, vibrant and modern city with strong ties to its extraordinarily rich history - Mumbai has some of India's finest museums, a beautiful sea-front promenade, exceptional colonial-era architecture, spectacular ancient temples hewn into caves...

The second title in a brand new magical, fantasy adventure series for six- to nine year-olds. Written by award-winning writer and journalist David C Flanagan, featuring line drawings and illustrations by Will Hughes with his quirky, Quentin Blake like...

'Memorable... One of [China's] most astute and sensitive foreign observers' Financial Times'Compassionate... full of warmth' GuardianMore than twenty years after teaching English to China's first boom generation at a small college in Sichuan Province,...

'A truly transformative read' Sunday Times STYLE'More than ever, we need books like this' Jessica Seaton, Co-Founder of Toast and author of Gather, Cook, FeastA whole new way of looking at the world - and your life - inspired by centuries-old Japanese...

Whether you want to experience Bangkok's mouth-watering cuisine, Chiang Mai's awe-inspiring temples or some of the world's most gorgeous beaches, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you discover all that Thailand has to offer. Thailand has...

Japan is steeped in legend and myth, perhaps the greatest of which is the popular misconception that the country is simply too expensive to visit. The truth is that flights to Japan are cheaper than they've ever been, accommodation can be great value,...

India's diverse habitats are the permanent or migratory home of 1,300 species of birds, including the national bird -- the Indian Peafowl. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Bangkok. Feast on Thai street food, see Chaloemla Park's graffiti murals, marvel at Wat Suthat's big Buddha, with our classic travel guide that's packed...

A premier birding destination in Southeast Asia, Thailand harbors a diverse and plentiful avifauna - over 1,000 species - and sanctuaries are easily accessible. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and...

Lonely Planet's Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit Chiang Mai, the cultural capital of northern Thailand, discover a...

The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Japanese. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Japan and...

Lonely Planet's Japan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Summit Mount Fuji, pay your respects at Buddhist temples in Kyoto, and have...

In 2014, barrister Nisha Katona had a nagging obsession to build a restaurant serving the kind of food Indians eat at home and on the street. The first Mowgli restaurant opened in Liverpool in late 2014, blowing away the critics and forming legions of...

Get closer to Japan with DK EyewitnessPicnics under Kyoto's cherry blossom trees. Sake tasting in the mountains of Honshu. Exploring the tranquil temples of Tokyo. For a vacation to remember, Japan is hard to beat. Whatever your dream trip involves, this...

Lonely Planet's Thailand is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Sample Bangkok's street-food, visit elephants in Chiang Mai and relax on...

Now a major motion picture The first time Billy Moore walked into his cell packed with seventy prisoners, the floor resembled a mass grave, with intertwined arms and legs, and the smell of human feces was so strong he almost vomited. That night,...

Lonely Planet's Jordan is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Dive the Red Sea, wonder at the spectacular ancient city of Petra, and ride through Wadi Rum at sunset; all...

Winner of the RSL Ondaatje PrizeShortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award'A striding, glorious book . . . A flat-out masterpiece' The New York Times Book ReviewCaught between hostile nations, warring factions and competing ideologies, Afghanistan was...

Be more Zen in 2024 with this little book of 100 tips and activities to soothe the soul'Brings the spirit of Zen Buddhism to everyday life . . . 100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily to add more calm to your life' Daily Telegraph_______Zen is...

Whether you want to sample steaming bowls of pho at street food stalls in Hanoi, marvel colonial architecture in Ho Chi Minh City or take a cruise in picture-perfect Halong Bay, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Vietnam...

Lonely Planet's Experience Japan travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. See ancient rituals in beautiful temples, find zen at a traditional tea ceremony, celebrate Tokyo's...

Home to serene temples, peaceful zen gardens, first-class museums and futuristic skyscrapers, Tokyo blends seamlessly the best of ancient and contemporary Japan.Make the most of your trip to Japan's dynamic capital with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is...

Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laze on a gorgeous beach, surf at Arugam Bay, and watch for whales at Marissa; all with your trusted travel...

This Japan guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Indonesia.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting the dozens of golden beaches along the coastline of Gunung Kidul to taking a...

Lonely Planet's Seoul is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the labyrinthine streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, hike alongside Seoul's original city walls, and...

More than 400 authentic Japanese recipes for the home cook from bestselling author Nancy Singleton HachisuJapan: The Cookbook has more than 400 sumptuous recipes by acclaimed food writer Nancy Singleton Hachisu. The iconic and regional traditions of...