A Geek in Japan
By Hector Garcia
Discovering the Land of Manga, Anime, Zen, and the Tea Ceremony. Tuttle Publishing, 2019.
Summary of A Geek in Japan book by Hector Garcia
Bite-sized portions of the traditions, social mores, and industries that combine to make up the extraordinary Japanese culture, all from the perspective of a Spanish expat willing to share his explorations of the country where he has lived and worked for many years.
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What do you get from this book? An intriguing survey of a truly unique country through a Japanophile’s eyes
Since Japan is made up of a series of islands, shoguns were able to enforce hundreds of years of isolation
Japanese culture encompasses a blend of religions, unique art forms, martial arts, and entertainment
Influenced by their philosophy, Japanese people tend to communicate and behave in very specific ways
Symbols and superstition abound in Japanese culture, as evidenced by numerous signs of good luck
The work culture of the Japanese, who strive to do the best they can, is sometimes hard for outsiders to grasp
The typical lifestyle in Japan promotes healthy eating and respecting older people, but individuals also face tremendous social pressure
Japanese people—of which there are many types—believe the floor is sacred and focus on the interior of their homes
Two of the most popular forms of entertainment in Japan—and now around the world—are reading manga and watching anime
While the Japanese enjoy both music and movies, their television shows and video games attract the most enthusiasts
Luckily, Japan is an easy country to get around, with several places sightseers won’t want to miss
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Who should read A Geek in Japan book
- Japanese culture buffs
- anime and manga fans
- followers of Buddhism
- expats living in Japan
- anyone with an interest in the Land of the Rising Sun
About the author of A Geek in Japan
Hector Garcia
Born in Spain, Héctor García worked in Switzerland before making Japan his home for the last two decades. His popular blog evolved into an internationally bestselling book, A Geek in Japan, while Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, which he co-authored with Francesc Miralles, subsequently became the most translated book originally published in the Spanish language.
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