A Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide: My Favorite Things to See and Do in Japan

By Evangeline Neo

Book Overview

For fans of Japanese manga and anime, a trip to Tokyo is an absolute must

In this captivating Tokyo travel guide, manga artist and author Evangeline Neo travels to the Japanese capital with her mascots Kopi the dog and Matcha the cat in tow, bringing you to all the otaku sights this city has to offer. She shows you where to shop for manga memorabilia in Akihabara and Nakano, takes you on a tour of famous anime and manga museums like Studio Ghibli and Sanrio Puroland, and shares her experiences at a cosplay studio, a maid and butler cafe, and a manga drawing class.

In addition to manga and anime-related adventures, Eva brings readers to all the must-see Tokyo sites as well--from Asakusa's Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower and the Meiji Shrine. She also introduces travelers to sushi train restaurants, hot spring baths and a kimono makeover session--even a day trip to Mt. Fuji Along the way, she shows you all her favorite places to shop and eat, and gives advice on what to pack, what to buy, how to get around, and even how to speak a few words of survival Japanese.

This manga guide to Tokyo is depicted in charming and humorous drawings and stories, which are as enjoyable for armchair travelers as they are practically useful for visitors to the city. Step into the world of modern Japanese culture through this amusing and unique guide to one of the world's top cities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 4805315474
• ISBN13: 9784805315477
• Release Date: August 2019
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8