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Japan Ai: A Tall Girl's Adventures in Japan ペーパーバック – 2007/11/21
英語版
Aimee Major Steinberger
(著)
An animator and author on dolls and Japanese popular culture describes her trip to Japan to visit the place where her favorite dolls are made and to see Kyoto and Tokyo, dress up in costumes, eat at theme restaurants, and shop.
- 本の長さ183ページ
- 言語英語
- 出版社Go! Media Entertainment Llc
- 発売日2007/11/21
- 対象7 - 9
- 寸法15.24 x 1.27 x 20.96 cm
- ISBN-101933617837
- ISBN-13978-1933617831
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- 出版社 : Go! Media Entertainment Llc (2007/11/21)
- 発売日 : 2007/11/21
- 言語 : 英語
- ペーパーバック : 183ページ
- ISBN-10 : 1933617837
- ISBN-13 : 978-1933617831
- 寸法 : 15.24 x 1.27 x 20.96 cm
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Zenia
5つ星のうち5.0
Five Stars
2017年4月1日にカナダでレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Cute art style! Been a fan for many years.
Alex H
5つ星のうち5.0
Arigato Aimee-chan, For Taking Us On The *Adventure*!
2010年9月17日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
I picked up JAPAN AI: A TALL GIRL'S ADVENTURE IN JAPAN by Aimee Major Steinberger because I'm planning on visiting the country next year and I'm doing all my research now.
This book is fantastic! Not only does the author draw the cutest characters of herself and her two traveling companions, as well as the people of Japan, she describes the places and events that she encountered on this trip, so that you can't help but get a vicarious thrill reading it.
The adorable drawings accompany succinct, but detailed text about places like Kyoto and Tokyo, including famous districts like Akihabara and Harajuku. The three friends also visit places like Kiyomizu - a famous temple in Kyoto, an "onsen" - natural hot springs, "Takarazuka Review" - an all-female cast that puts on musicals and plays, and do all sorts of other things like riding the train, getting dressed up in cosplay (costume play-where people dress up like anime characters or other outlandish outfits), to eating out. There are also drawings of maps for certain areas, including map legend with names of stores and other places of interest. And there are also funny incidences that the author, who is a 6-foot tall woman, and her friends experience in stores, riding the train, and going to the bathroom, that will have you laughing out loud!
Steinberger also provides some historical information, as well as some Japanese phrases, and explains what a "Geisha," "Yakuza," and other Japanese terms that have become part of the American lexicon are -- including the different types of fashion one encounters in the Harajuku area. There are also drawings that explain the traditional Kimono and other ornaments, and Japanese stuff like "Pocky" - cookie sticks and "koi" - large golden/orange fish, among other things.
And to top it all off there's a glossary located in the back of the book, as well as an appendix that lists further information about the places, stores, and other books and resources about Japan, so the reader can do further research.
Most of the book has black and white drawings, but there are some that are in vibrant color. I'm not sure why the entire book wasn't in color, maybe it was an editorial decision, but it's still good.
Of course JAPAN AI won't take the place of an actual tour book, but it's a fun read and Steinberger's passion and excitement leap off the page. Plus it gave me good ideas on stuff to definitely see when I get to go on my adventure to Japan!
This book is fantastic! Not only does the author draw the cutest characters of herself and her two traveling companions, as well as the people of Japan, she describes the places and events that she encountered on this trip, so that you can't help but get a vicarious thrill reading it.
The adorable drawings accompany succinct, but detailed text about places like Kyoto and Tokyo, including famous districts like Akihabara and Harajuku. The three friends also visit places like Kiyomizu - a famous temple in Kyoto, an "onsen" - natural hot springs, "Takarazuka Review" - an all-female cast that puts on musicals and plays, and do all sorts of other things like riding the train, getting dressed up in cosplay (costume play-where people dress up like anime characters or other outlandish outfits), to eating out. There are also drawings of maps for certain areas, including map legend with names of stores and other places of interest. And there are also funny incidences that the author, who is a 6-foot tall woman, and her friends experience in stores, riding the train, and going to the bathroom, that will have you laughing out loud!
Steinberger also provides some historical information, as well as some Japanese phrases, and explains what a "Geisha," "Yakuza," and other Japanese terms that have become part of the American lexicon are -- including the different types of fashion one encounters in the Harajuku area. There are also drawings that explain the traditional Kimono and other ornaments, and Japanese stuff like "Pocky" - cookie sticks and "koi" - large golden/orange fish, among other things.
And to top it all off there's a glossary located in the back of the book, as well as an appendix that lists further information about the places, stores, and other books and resources about Japan, so the reader can do further research.
Most of the book has black and white drawings, but there are some that are in vibrant color. I'm not sure why the entire book wasn't in color, maybe it was an editorial decision, but it's still good.
Of course JAPAN AI won't take the place of an actual tour book, but it's a fun read and Steinberger's passion and excitement leap off the page. Plus it gave me good ideas on stuff to definitely see when I get to go on my adventure to Japan!
Amazon Customer
5つ星のうち5.0
Adorable!
2010年6月11日に英国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
An autobiographical explosion of colour, comedy and adventure. Possibly one of the most accurate books about being a (very tall!) tourist in Japan.
The writing itself is sparse and small snipits are allocated alongside some (beautiful and endearing) doodles. It is like reading a diary, with all the good and funny bits left in, and all the rambling taken out. All the sweet juice is left over.
The places to visit are all varied and interesting, and the personal touches make the book feel more accessible. The locations are all listed in the back of the book, with a few handy (though sadly not detailed) maps of where Aimee's gang wandered.
This book is a delightful read for any anime/manga fan that is looking to go to Japan and is lost in the LONELY PLANET section. I read this book before going to Japan myself (and I was glad I did!), in fact, reading this book will make anyone who considers Japan too expensive, rethink their choice.
This book ooozes cuteness, sass and comedy. Five stars if you are an anime/manga fan, four stars for the rest.
The writing itself is sparse and small snipits are allocated alongside some (beautiful and endearing) doodles. It is like reading a diary, with all the good and funny bits left in, and all the rambling taken out. All the sweet juice is left over.
The places to visit are all varied and interesting, and the personal touches make the book feel more accessible. The locations are all listed in the back of the book, with a few handy (though sadly not detailed) maps of where Aimee's gang wandered.
This book is a delightful read for any anime/manga fan that is looking to go to Japan and is lost in the LONELY PLANET section. I read this book before going to Japan myself (and I was glad I did!), in fact, reading this book will make anyone who considers Japan too expensive, rethink their choice.
This book ooozes cuteness, sass and comedy. Five stars if you are an anime/manga fan, four stars for the rest.
Kid Kyoto
5つ星のうち5.0
The happiest book I've read in a long time
2008年11月16日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
As a tall man who lived in Kyoto I just love this book. It's an illustrated travel log of 3 self-proclaimed geek girls in Japan. It covers the wonders of life in Japan from bizarre foods, to tiny shoes to squat toilets all with wit and grace and no small amount of cuteness.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT for anyone going to Japan for the first time or former residents looking for a reminder.
EDIT (2017) - Since I wrote this I've gotten married and had kids and recently took it off the shelf to read to them, they love it! It is a very cool, very cute book.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT for anyone going to Japan for the first time or former residents looking for a reminder.
EDIT (2017) - Since I wrote this I've gotten married and had kids and recently took it off the shelf to read to them, they love it! It is a very cool, very cute book.
Amazon Customer
5つ星のうち5.0
Great book!
2021年12月5日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
The artwork is just simple enough to express every nuance without overwhelming the story