Max Danger the Adv of Expat in Tokyo (Tut Books) [Paperback]

Robert J. Collins (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing (December 15, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804815313
• ISBN-13: 978-0804815314
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #390,492 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic, July 22, 1999

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James R. Hoadley "Nagano Jim" (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Max Danger the Adv of Expat in Tokyo (Tut Books) (Paperback)

While some of the humor of Max Danger is showing its age, it still remains one of the most entertaining and educational books about the culture clash that faces a foreigner living in Tokyo.Max Danger's hilarious mis-adventures give readers a picture of Japan as it is today, rather than a romanticized portrait of a land that no longer exists. This book is a must for any westerner living in Japan, or planning to do so.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, even for stay-at-homes, May 28, 1999

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This review is from: Max Danger the Adv of Expat in Tokyo (Tut Books) (Paperback)

I thought it was hilarious and I haven't ever been to Japan! I had lived in Europe for a few months, but that's the closest I'd been. So don't think you need to live in Japan before you can appreciate it!

I will say, however, that you might want to read the sequel first. The sequel is funny, but not *as* funny as this one. Thus if you read this one first, the sequel is a bit of a letdown.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Instant Classic, March 27, 1999

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This review is from: Max Danger the Adv of Expat in Tokyo (Tut Books) (Paperback)

I moved to Japan for a few years back in 1991. Within the first few weeks of my trip, no less than five people told me I needed to read this book (but not until I'd lived there a few months). I did, and I loved every chapter. It's funny to the average reader, but it really resonates with anyone who's been there. To them, it's HYSTERICAL. The only other books I remember laughing out loud to were The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and Catch 22. In a sense, this book is like Scott Turow's book One L -- in that it's a must-read for those embarking on the adventure. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.