Over Japan Way

Over Japan Way

Paperback (25 Jun 2004)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Over Japan Way is a book written by the renowned filmmaker and director, Alfred M. Hitchcock. The book is a travelogue that details Hitchcock's experiences during his trip to Japan. It is a fascinating account of his journey, where he describes the people, culture, and landscapes of Japan in great detail. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells of Japan, as well as the customs and traditions of its people. Hitchcock's unique perspective as a Westerner visiting Japan during the mid-20th century provides readers with a glimpse into a world that is both exotic and unfamiliar. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Japan or Hitchcock's work, as it provides a unique insight into the mind of one of the greatest filmmakers of all time.1917. A guide to the sights, sounds and attractions of life in Japan. Contents: The Pacific; Breaking In; European Hotels and Japanese Inns; Tokyo; Riding on the Train; Nikko; Chopsticks; After Apples; A Made-in-America Town; The Gentle Ainu; Bearding a Volcano; From Kindergarten to University; Play-going; Sunday Morning in Asakusa Park; Hakone Notes; From Kobe to Miyajima; The Sacred Island; Dogo and Beppu; Kyoto and Osaka; Shopping and Appraisals First and Second Hand.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781417929047
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 915.2
Language: English
Number of pages: 348
Weight: 512g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 19mm