Japan from the Inside. How People Really Live in the Land of the Rising Sun?

Anime, manga, high-speed trains (“Shinkansen”), karaoke, instant noodles, the largest car companies (Suzuki, Mazda, Toyota and others), clothing from Uniqlo, Shiseido cosmetics, and the Sony corporation—everything of this is connected to Japan. Despite its relatively small size, this country has amazed the world with its variety and contrasts.

Just 80 years ago, Japan was considered a third-world country. Today it ranks third in the world by economy. How did that happen?

Marina Chizhova, who lived in Japan for 20 years, studied Japanese kanji, studied at Osaka University, worked as a geisha, and married a Japanese man. She has also written three books about Japanese culture.

Her book “Japan from the Inside” is for those who are fascinated by Japan or want to learn more about its culture. Perhaps you’re planning a trip? Then this book will be your guide!

From the book you will learn:

• Why Japanese service is considered the best
• Who the yakuza are and how society views them
• What makes anime and manga so popular
• What real sushi is and how to eat it properly
• Why a spoon in ice cream shocks Japanese people
• Who geishas are and how to become one

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