Japan in Black and White is a cultural travel guide for travellers who want to experience Japan beyond the top sights and gain a deeper understanding of its people, traditions and way of life.

Go beyond sightseeing to discover what makes Japan truly Japanese—its people, traditions, customs, food, history and way of life. This is a guide not to where to go, but to why Japan is the way it is.

Inside you'll discover:

• Japanese culture, customs and everyday life
• Traditions and etiquette that shape life in modern Japan
• Japanese food, regional cuisine and culinary heritage
• Arts, craftsmanship and design, from ancient traditions to contemporary innovation
• Festivals, gardens, temples and spiritual traditions
• Japanese history and the events that shaped modern Japan
• Popular culture, from manga and anime to technology and contemporary trends
• The people, values and philosophies that define Japan today

Illustrated throughout with striking black-and-white photography, Japan in Black and White is an inspiring companion for anyone who wants to discover the real Japan.