Cool Tokyo guide Adventures in the city of kawaii fashion, train sushi, and Godzilla

Abby Denson

Book - 2018

Tokyo is an astonishing world unto itself--a city for lovers of Japanese culture, fashion and great food that mixes the best of old and new. In Cool Tokyo Guide, Abby Denson, author of the popular Cool Japan Guide, turns her focus to Tokyo's exciting streets and a little bit beyond. Abby, her husband Matt, friend Yuuko and sidekick Kitty Sweet Tooth will introduce you to: A restaurant where clowns drive robots and mermaids ride on sharks; fantastic shops for lovers of everything from vintage manga to dollar-store treasures; great places to take kids--or be a kid, of any age--like the Ghibli Museum and Palette Town; famous sites both old and new, from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower; major comic conventions in the anime, cosplay and mang...a capital of the world; must-visit spots like Ueno Park and even a few spots outside the city. This practical and fun comic book guide also helps you navigate everyday Tokyo life such as train etiquette, trash disposal, tricky toilets, department store fitting rooms, and the surgical mask phenomenon. There is also information on ways to prepare ahead of time to make the most of your stay in Tokyo. So whether you're planning a trip or taking an armchair sojourn, take this book with you and get ready for the best time ever!

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Subjects
Genres
Graphic novels
Guidebooks
Published
Tokyo : Tuttle Publishing [2018]
Language
English
Main Author
Abby Denson (author)
Edition
First edition
Item Description
"A comic book writer's off-beat, upbeat tour of Tokyo"--Cover.
Physical Description
127 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 26 cm
ISBN
9784805314418
  • We're going to Tokyo! Now what?
  • Getting around town
  • Tokyo survival skills
  • Culture shock funnies
  • What will we eat?
  • Tokyo hotel tips
  • Tokyo entertainment
  • Tokyo cultural and historical sites
  • Shopping for everything
  • Kid-friendly Tokyo
  • Take it easy in Yokohama (and other day trips).
Review by Booklist Review

*Starred Review* Denson's cheerful, oversize travel guide could be dismissed by prospective travelers because of her lighthearted, brightly colored manga-style art, especially with cutesy Kitty Sweet Tooth, who doles out vocabulary terms. But this informative guide touches on exactly the sorts of things a Western traveler needs to know, from getting passes to the Ghibli Museum months in advance to visiting fun discount stores to asking where the toilet is and then how to use it once you are there! There are helpful phrases to learn; important social cues to recognize; tips on where to visit, along with addresses and websites; guides to visiting hot baths; and more. Though the target audience might seem to be teens because of the art style, this guide will be of equally great use to adults, especially those who are manga and anime fans. There is even a section on traveling with children. Denson often travels with two fellow comic artists, her husband Matt Loux and their friend Yuuko Koyama. Both contribute small comics at the end of the book to spotlight things important to them. The overall result is a love song to a city and an inspiration for prospective visitors.--Wildsmith, Snow Copyright 2018 Booklist

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Review by Library Journal Review

American cartoonist and author (Cool -Japan Guide) Denson explores Tokyo with her husband, Matt, friend Yuuko, and adorable character Kitty Sweet Tooth, who also "teaches" readers Japanese words at the beginning of each chapter in this book. In addition to the usual information found in travel guides, Denson shares tips from her own experience. Her lively illustrations add to the spirited text. In chapters such as "Culture Shock Funnies," we learn that trash cans are rare, and in clothing fitting rooms, shoes are removed and clear plastic masks must be worn. Helpful tips include: toilets go from high-tech to squat; always have a map to help taxi drivers; check what tickets must be bought in advance; and notice exits, especially in hotels, because of frequent earthquakes. The author's appealing illustrations range from restaurant gimmicks, such as a clown driving robotic ladies, to beautiful Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Illustrated descriptions by Matt and Yuuko add to the fun. VERDICT This title will be helpful when planning a trip to Japan or for pure "stay at home" entertainment.-Susan G. Baird, formerly with Oak Lawn P.L., IL © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Review by School Library Journal Review

Gr 6 Up-Denson's (Cool Japan Guide) second travel manual uses colorful cartoons to bring to life the sheer variety of experiences that Tokyo offers. The book is written by a frequent visitor to Japan for those organizing their first trip there. Initial chapters focus on planning and scheduling as well as crucial survival skills to commit to memory. Denson then describes an assortment of restaurants, theme parks, stores, architecture, and cultural locales. She highlights a wide array of activities and locations, emphasizing that there's something for almost anyone to enjoy in the city. All the while, the character Kitty Sweet Tooth imparts key Japanese words and phrases. With bright colors and wavy lines, the illustrations present the city as an imaginative wonderland. These visual elements, paired with Denson's breezy writing style, make what could have been a dull exercise into a delightful and educational excursion through Japan's capital city and its surrounding areas. -VERDICT Anyone with even a passing interest in visiting -Tokyo someday would do well to seek out this title. It contains valuable information for those unfamiliar with the city as well as a few nuggets even the seasoned Japanophile will find useful.-Chuck Hodgin, Belmont University Library, Nashville © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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