Japan from A to Z: Mysteries of Everyday Life Explained [Paperback]

James M. Vardaman Jr. (Author), Michiko S. Vardaman (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Yenbooks (March 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 4900737410
• ISBN-13: 978-4900737419
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,465,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #79 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Nonfiction > Social Sciences > Anthropology > Cultural

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good overview, December 11, 2000

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James R. Hoadley "Nagano Jim" (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Japan from A to Z: Mysteries of Everyday Life Explained (Paperback)

Have you ever wondered about the little details of everyday Japanese life? For example, do you wonder what those arrows in people's houses are for, or why those little cat statues have their paws raised? The answers are here. Short and clear explanations on dozens of unique and interesting Japanese customs are explained clearly and in enough detail to surprise even your Japanese friends. This book is excellent for someone who is moving to Japan, or has just recently arrived.

3.0 out of 5 stars interesting but dated, April 19, 2007

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Lani "Japanese sensei" (Hawaii) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Japan from A to Z: Mysteries of Everyday Life Explained (Paperback)

some very interesting information enlightening to Japanese culture and happenings, but a little dated (published 1996)...some facts I'm sure are no longer relevant (data, statistics), but otherwise still an interesting read.