Tokyo Love Story: A Manga Memoir of One Woman's Journey in the World's Most Exciting City (Told in English and Japanese Text)

Julie Blanchin-Fujita's memoir is a funny and intimate travelogue of her unexpected adventures in Japan. She shares her love of the country, depicting personal experiences and stories from her life in Tokyo, from the exotic to the everyday. The book appeals to a broad range of readers and is a great language learning resource.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 208 pages
\n Publication date: 16 March 2021
\n Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
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French illustrator Julie Blanchin-Fujita's unexpected adventures in Japan are captured in this captivating travelogue. Arriving in Tokyo for a one-year stint, she found herself captivated by the country's charm and ended up staying for an extended period. In this graphic novel-style memoir, she shares her deep love for Japan, showcasing personal experiences and stories from her life in Tokyo. From the exotic (sumo wrestlers, ramen, hot springs, tatami mats, bentos, Japanese trains, Mount Fuji, earthquakes) to the everyday (hanging out with friends, moving houses, falling in love), Blanchin-Fujita's journey of discovery in the world's most exciting city will appeal to a wide range of readers. Whether you're contemplating a trip to Tokyo or are a Japanophile, or simply enjoy a good manga love story, this enchanting tale is sure to captivate you. Packed with keen cultural observations, the story is told in both English and Japanese, making it an excellent language learning resource as well.

\n Weight: 488g\n
Dimension: 172 x 217 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9784805316016\n \n