Synopsis:
For fans of Japanese manga and anime, a trip to Tokyo is an absolute must! In this captivating Tokyo travel guide, manga artist and author Evangeline Neo travels to the Japanese capital with her mascots Kopi the dog and Matcha the cat in tow, bringing you to all the otaku sights this city has to offer. She shows you where to shop for manga memorabilia in Akihabara and Nakano, takes you on a tour of famous anime and manga museums like Studio Ghibli and Sanrio Puroland, and shares her experiences at a cosplay studio, a maid and butler cafe, and a manga drawing class. In addition to manga and anime-related adventures, Eva brings readers to all the must-see Tokyo sites as well-from Asakusa's Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower and the Meiji Shrine. She also introduces travelers to sushi train restaurants, hot spring baths and a kimono makeover session-even a day trip to Mt. Fuji! Along the way, she shows you all her favorite places to shop and eat, and gives advice on what to pack, what to buy, how to get around, and even how to speak a few words of survival Japanese. This manga guide to Tokyo is depicted in charming and humorous drawings and stories, which are as enjoyable for armchair travelers as they are practically useful for visitors to the city. Step into the world of modern Japanese culture through this amusing and unique guide to one of the world's top cities.
Review:
"Evangeline Neo guides you through Tokyo's pop culture and traditional destinations with her personal experience and a great sense of humor. Recommended for anyone planning a trip to Tokyo, or just looking for a fun read!" --Abby Denson, author of Cool Tokyo Guide
"Explore the kawaii side of Tokyo with Evangeline Neo's signature humor. A truly delightful and entertaining read." --Clarissa Goenawan, author of Rainbirds
"I've been to Tokyo twice before but can't wait to get there a third time with The Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide. So much more to see..." --Lewis Trondheim, author of The Poppies of Iraq
"I'm not a fan of manga, but I am a fan of Evangeline Neo's A Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide, from Tuttle Publishing. It's more than manga. In fact, this newsletter is late to my editor because I couldn't stop reading this illustrated guide from Tuttle Publishing." --Catharine Hamm, Travel Editor LA Times; travel newsletter
"The pictures are fun, the facts are accurate, and the suggestions will lead to discoveries (or enjoyable memories) for anyone and everyone. [...] Nice work, Evangeline Neo!" --TravelJapanBlog.com
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