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"e;A nonchalant string of anecdotes and wisecracks, told by a fellow who doesn't have a name, and has never caught a mouse, and isn't much good for anything except watching human beings in action"e; The New Yorker Written over the course of 1904-1906, Soseki Natsume's comic masterpiece, I Am a Cat, satirizes the foolishness of upper-middle-class Japanese society during the Meiji era. With acerbic wit and sardonic perspective, it follows the whimsical adventures of a world-weary stray kitten who comments on the follies and foibles of the people around him. A classic of Japanese literature, I Am a Cat is one of Soseki's best-known novels. Considered by many as the greatest writer in modern Japanese history, Soseki's I Am a Cat is a classic novel sure to be enjoyed for years to come.

Transport yourself to the global capital of cool with this ultimate guide to Japanese pop culture!Are you crazy about Japanese manga, anime, video games, cosplay, toys and idols? If so, this book is for you! Whether you're planning a trip to Japan, have a severe case of wanderlust, or are just fascinated by its culture, let Otaku Japan transport you to the capital of cool.In this practical travel guide, over 450 iconic shops, restaurants, cafes, clubs and events are presented in loving detail with precise directions on how to find them. More than 20 maps, websites and over 400 color photos take you the length and breadth of Japan to all the centers of Otaku culturefrom snowy Hokkaido to sunny Kyushu.Highlights include:Interviews with Game DevelopersCosplay and Halloween Events in JapanDojinshi: Self-published ComicsA Visit to the Ghibli MuseumInterview with famous Japanese idolsAnime-themed TrainsA Glossary of Otaku TermsAnd much, much more!The book covers all major regions in JapanTokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nagoya, Sapporo and Fukuokaas well as lesser-known areas like Tohoku, Chugoku and Shikoku.

At last, a book that demystifies Korean cookingthe cuisine behind a growing food trend. Aromatic, savory, piquant, and robusteveryone is talking about the intriguing flavors and textures of Korean food! With this new Korean cookbook, home cooks everywhere can prepare healthy and satisfying meals using ingredients that are available in any supermarket, using a few simple and familiar techniques. This collection of Korean recipes includes something for everyone:Marinated Barbecued Kalbi Beef Short RibsBibimbap Rice Bowls Topped with Vegetables and BeefNapa Cabbage Kimchi, Daikon Kimchi and other pickled vegetablesStir-fried Dakgalbi Chicken with Garlic Bean SauceSoy Marinated Bulgogi Beef with Spring OnionsTangy Japchae Beanthread Noodles with Sesame and Fresh VegetablesAnd so much more! The dishes highlighted in Korean Homestyle Cooking include all the classic Korean appetizers, sides dishes, soups and stews, main courses, and rice and noodle disheseven desserts and drinks, including: Yukgaejang Spicy Beef SoupPork and Pepper Buchimgae Savory PancakesPork and Kimchi PotstickersSeafood and Daikon Kimchi StewTomato KimchiClam and Chive SoupKorean Fried RiceYuja Citrus TeaMakgeolli Sparkling Rice Wine SherbetCrunchy Sweet Potato Sticks With probiotic superfood properties, Korean cuisine also has a lot of health benefits and is perfect for anyone trying out a macrobiotic diet. Korean Homestyle Cooking brings the unforgettable flavors of Korea into your homeno takeout menu required!

Fold beautiful origami flowers then arrange them into stunning bonsai sculptures with this wonderful origami book.Origami Bonsai makes it possible for paper folders at every level to create unique botanical sculptures at home by folding delicate paper flowers and leaves and attaching them to natural branches.This easy origami book contains: Multi-color photos and drawings Step-by-step instructions Explanations of dozens of folding techniques 3 hours of streamable or downloadable instructional videoIt also shows you how to select natural twigs, branches, and stonesand how to assemble them into a lifelike finished origami sculpture. To help in the creation process the book contains detailed instructions and numerous photographs of both works in process and completed origami bonsai pieces that are sure to have you crating your own decorative origami art in no time.Origami flower projects include: The Ficus Leaf The Berlin Poplar Leaf The Black Eyed Susan The Foxglove The Buttercup And many more

Let Japan's positive penguin brighten your day! Everyone needs a little help to get through the day--and who better to provide it than Koupen-chan, the adorable baby penguin who has stolen Japan's heart! Did you cook a meal, show up for work, or just get out of bed in the morning? Koupen-chan is here to say, "You are amazing!" This charming book from Japanese illustrator Rurutea features 300 charming illustrations of Koupen-chan and friends enjoying the simple joys in life and showing up for one another with a hug and an encouraging word. Each page has an uplifting message such as: Great job taking it easy!You ate breakfast! I'm proud of you!Getting stuff done on a Saturday? You're amazing.Doing things the usual way is good enough.Fantastic job studying! I'm cheering for you!>Koupen-chan & You combines kawaii Japanese cute culture with sage advice. It will appeal to Koupen-chan's many fans as well as anyone who needs a little love and encouragement.

Make the most of your organic garden--with this playful yet wonderfully detailed guide! Manga artist and passionate home gardener Hideki Yoda illustrates the joy and simplicity of raising vegetables in your own small home garden. He covers everything from creating the rows and preparing the soils to building the trellises and keeping the pests and weeds away without the use of any chemicals. Hundreds of detailed step-by-step color photos and drawings throughout the book explain the techniques and guide you through each step. This book is loaded with great advice on: What to grow, when to plant it, and how to get startedWhat seedlings to purchase and how to make good compostHomemade organic fertilizers and chemical-free ways to keep pests and diseases at bayCompanion planting and natural weed control techniquesHow to use your limited garden spaces more efficientlyAnd so much more!>The perfect book for beginners who like a playful, illustrated approach to information!

"Dazai's best novel [...] focusing on a woman forced to deal with the consequences of heedless, Dazai-like behavior" --The New York Times A completely new translation of one of Osamu Dazai's best-loved novels, by award-winning translator, Juliet Winters Carpenter. The Setting Sun tells the story of Kazuko, a strong-willed young woman from an aristocratic family that has fallen into poverty since the war. The book follows Kazuko's journey as she and her family struggle to adapt to the harsh new conditions of a Japan destroyed by American fire-bombings. In addition to having to move from the city to the countryside, where she has to work in the fields to support her family, she has to deal with a divorce, her mother's illness, and the return of her drug-addicted brother from the army. An inspiring portrait of one woman's determination to survive in a society in the grip of a social and moral crisis, this classic work will appeal to those with an interest in modern Japanese literature as well as to those familiar with Osamu Dazai from the popular manga and anime series Bungo Stray Dogs, where he is the lead character.

"Maki Itoh has succeeded in creating a treasure trove in her exploration of Japanese recipes and culinary traditions...Perfect for the Japanese food loving home cook." --Elise Bauer, Founder, SimplyRecipes.com The first comprehensive cookbook to fully cover all aspects of Japanese cuisine--with 600 recipes! This book has been a lifetime in the making. Bicultural author Makiko Itoh was born in Tokyo and grew up in New York, where her mother ran the leading Japanese restaurant for two decades. She has since developed a career as a successful bilingual food writer and translator, uniquely positioned to explain the cuisine to non-Japanese. Her book answers all the questions foreigners typically have about one of the world's greatest cuisines, including: Why is Japanese food so unique? A full overview--from umami to seasonality to aestheticsEssential ingredients like miso, mirin, dashi, sake and soy--how and why they are usedHow to design a Japanese meal--from tableware to equipment to etiquetteWhich recipes are right for you? The 600 recipes in this book cover everything from bento boxes to nimono simmered dishes to izakaya, sushi and hotpots. But which ones should you try?Itoh's mission is to demystify Japanese cuisine for non-Japanese. Her book contains 400 beautiful color photos with clearly-presented recipes interspersed with fascinating essays and sidebars explaining all aspects of Japan's unique food culture. A must-read book for every Japanese food lover!