Old Kyoto: A Guide to Traditional Shops, Restaurants and Inns - Couverture souple

Durston, Diane

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0870117572 ISBN 13 : 9780870117572

Editeur : Kodansha America, Inc, 1986

Synopsis

This guidebook introduces the distinctive character of the old neighbourhoods of Japan's ancient capital, and pinpoints the best shops, restaurants, walks and inns.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Down the cobbled paths and behind the tranquil noren curtains of Kyoto, the old way of life goes on, nurtured in the restrained furnishings of the traditional inns and in the old shops where fine handmade items still add a touch of quality to life.
Since the first edition appeared in 1986, this lovingly written travelogue-cum-guidebook has become de rigueur
For knowledgeable travelers seeking to find "the real Kyoto" behind the modern face of the city's constantly changing boulevards. Old Kyoto focuses on the family establishments that have been in business for at least a hundred years, and in some cases for over ten generations. Astonishingly, many of the old shops and inns of Kyoto can still be found on narrow backstreets, under the heavy, tiled rooftops of traditional machiya dwellings. Here, the adventurous traveler will uncover treasures: the way in which a hand-crafted calligraphy brush is bound, a miniature garden tended, a bamboo basket woven.
For critics and travelers alike, Old Kyoto has long been regarded the essential guidebook to Japan's most cherished city. This second edition of Old Kyoto is completely updated. Shops have been added, and maps, prices, directions, descriptions, and general information have all been thoroughly revised.

Revue de presse

"The recommended establishments in Old Kyoto are so consistently good...and Diane Durston has woven history and legend into her descriptions of Kyoto's finest and oldest establishments." —The New York Times
"Diane Durston ... leads us into the secrets and hidden beauties of the city with a grace and warmth that are themselves reflective of the vanishing traditions they celevrate. Whenever anyone says he or she wants to see the 'true soul of Kyoto,' I say, 'Buy this book!'" —Pico Iyer
"The wonder is that no one has done what Diane Durston has done, and the delight is that Diane Durston has done it so well." —The Japan Times
"Durston's book is an eloquent look at seven neighborhoods where everyday life in Japan continues despite the crush of modernity...." —Seattle Post-Intelligencer
"This lovingly written travelogue-cumgudebook has become de rigueur for knowledgeable travelers seeking to find 'the real Kyoto'." —Rafu Shimpo

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kodansha America, Inc
• Date d'édition: 1986
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0870117572
• ISBN 13: 9780870117572
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 240
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible