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From the lens Best Books on Japan.

  • Edutopia Jan 31, 2012 @ 1:36 am | delete
    Great collection of books. I actually wasn't expecting too much from this lens but was very pleasantly surprised by what I found, good job!
  • yourgoldenfuture Jan 18, 2011 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    i dont like stereotypes... i recently read a book about ryokans...was very interesting as it gave additional info on japanese culture
  • California_Dreamin Jan 18, 2011 @ 10:25 pm | delete
    Yeah, ryokans are an interesting, and revealing, aspect of Japanese culture. Their great places to stay if you're visiting Japan and want a taste of traditional culture. They're not good though if you were hoping to laze away the morning in your futon. The staff will come in and--politely--kick you out of said futon because they have to roll it up and serve you breakfast.
  • scar4 Oct 10, 2010 @ 8:33 am | delete
    very informative lens. I am really interested in the last samurais. May get lenses you suggested.
  • JenOfChicago Apr 15, 2010 @ 12:10 pm | delete
    Great collection of books - I love your personal recommendations. Blessed by a SquidAngel
  • ajgodinho Aug 2, 2009 @ 11:42 am | delete
    Very well done - brilliant use of HTML/CSS and I like how you've given your personal take on these reviews...5*s!
  • Webcodes Jun 25, 2009 @ 12:00 am | delete
    Wonderful Japan collection 5*. I love the layout of your lens.
  • California_Dreamin Jun 10, 2009 @ 10:30 am | delete
    I'm not familiar with the first book you mentioned, but it sounds like it would be a good book to read for someone who is involved in high-level business or political negotiation in Japan, because it's true that a different logic does apply. I am familiar with the second book you mentioned, (by Ivan Morris) and yeah, I agree with you, it points out a very important aspect of Japanese culture. [in reply to FlorenceArt]
  • Jun 10, 2009 @ 10:06 am | delete
    What a great lens. I will have to favorite it and go back to it as there are many books that I haven't read here.

    When I was preparing to move to Japan over 10 years ago, I read several book. The one that I think was most useful to me was a small book called The Japanese Negotiator: Subtlety and Strategy Beyond Western Logic. It's a bit old and I don't know if you can still find it, I found it very insightful.

    An even older book that I read when I was a student is The Nobility of Failure: Tragic Heroes in the History of Japan. I found it fascinating and it brings light on some important aspects of the Japanese culture I think.
  • thewishpearl Jun 2, 2009 @ 8:03 am | delete
    Having hosted many Japanese exchange students in my home, and having visiied that beautiful country, I can understand its attraction. I also remember meeting several Americans and Canadians that were there to teach english, just like you. You have a beautiful and very informative lens, it makes me want to return for another trip. I like your colorful boxes, which html code did you use? 5*s
  • DrRichard May 31, 2009 @ 11:14 am | delete
    I've always wanted to go to Japan. I guess I'll make it one day. This is a very good lens - I like some of the style features that you're used here...
  • kguru1979 May 30, 2009 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    A nice collection of Japan books. Nice to see such a good elaborate lens. Keep it up...
  • Tiddledeewinks May 15, 2009 @ 11:11 am | delete
    A very creative 5 * lens!
  • JziE Apr 26, 2009 @ 11:24 am | delete
    aligato kozaimas - lens kawaii
  • Silver_Lotus Apr 17, 2009 @ 10:34 am | delete
    A really fine lens - 5 stars for sure, and lensrolling to my netsuke and Asian style lenses!
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Apr 14, 2009 @ 7:06 pm | delete
    Blessed by a SquidAngel!

    Brenda
  • LaraineRose Apr 14, 2009 @ 12:54 am | delete
    I am always interested in learning about other countries. I have a Japanese friend now .. a young girl who came to Canada as a foreign student. As you said, it is quite easy to learn the spoken language but to read it, is a totally different matter. You have a wonderful lens here and I look forward to reading many more from you. 5*s, favorite and fan.
  • papawu Apr 9, 2009 @ 12:13 pm | delete
    A fantastic selection of books you have here, a couple of which I have actually read. I am more of a fiction reader though and there is one writer whom I felt did the most amazing job in depicting the psyche of feudal Japan. If you have never read "SHOGUN" by James Clavell, I highly recommend it. 5 stars for this lens.
  • spirituality Apr 8, 2009 @ 8:36 am | delete
    Great lens - you've been blessed by a squidoo angel :)
  • Tipi Apr 4, 2009 @ 12:17 am | delete
    I'm excited for you. You are going to do great on Squidoo! :)
    Another lovely lens!
  • LCarney Apr 3, 2009 @ 1:08 pm | delete
    Excellent lens. Very nicely done.
  • California_Dreamin Mar 19, 2009 @ 11:15 am | delete
    The fairy tale book is great. Japan has a tradition of fairy tales just as rich as Europe does, and this is the best collection of them that I've found in English. [in reply to Evelyn_Saenz]
  • Evelyn_Saenz Mar 19, 2009 @ 10:38 am | delete
    Going to Japan has been one of my dreams. With all these book suggestions I will be able to go to Japan at least in my mind. The little book on Japanese Fairy Tales especially intrigues me.
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Mar 18, 2009 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    Wow, that is a great selection of books. I bet you have some interesting stories about living in Japan. You have me wondering where you are from! You could probably do many lenses on your experiences.

    Brenda
  • rms Mar 16, 2009 @ 9:28 am | delete
    Very nice work on this lens and yu've picked a great topic!
  • RinchenChodron Mar 16, 2009 @ 1:02 am | delete
    Wonderful job 5*s
  • MKBarr Mar 2, 2009 @ 3:53 pm | delete
    I have been FASCINATED with this culture for the last 2 or 3 years and love the insight on this lens. Thanks for creating it.
  • Janiece Feb 28, 2009 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    It's easy to see you've spent a lot of time on this lens! It's beautiful! 5 stars.
  • JustBon-Crochet-Designs Feb 17, 2009 @ 11:38 am | delete
    Great first lens! Enjoyed my visit here and finding this fine resource. Welcome to Squidoo!
  • Snozzle Feb 17, 2009 @ 10:59 am | delete
    Japan is a country I still have to visit. Thanks for the book resource, most interesting.
    Mike.
  • NatureMaven Feb 16, 2009 @ 10:25 pm | delete
    When I was in Japan I was so impressed that each department store had an extensive arts and crafts section, sometimes covering a whole floor! It's a beautiful country. Great lens. Love your reading list
  • kab Feb 12, 2009 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    Great resource! You've done a great job on your first lens!
  • tdove Feb 11, 2009 @ 4:01 pm | delete
    Thanks for joining G Rated Lense Factory!
  • Feb 10, 2009 @ 7:20 am | delete
    Congratulations on your first lens, Eric! This is a great lens ~ interesting, funny (oh, how MANY times I heard "Japan has four seasons"), educational.... fine job. Welcome to the Expats in Japan group, and I look forward to reading more of your lenses in the future!

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