The Little Book of Kyoto

Name: The Little Book of Kyoto
Brand: Tuttle Publishing

Tuttle Publishing

The Little Book of KyotoAuthor(s): Ben Simmons\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Tuttle Publishing, United States\nImprint: Tuttle Publishing\nISBN-13: 9780804857239, 978-0804857239\nSynopsis\nThe Little Book of Kyoto is a celebratory visual guide to one of the world's truly unique cities.\n\n Kyoto was Japan's imperial capital for one thousand years, as well as its cultural birthplace. A companion to the best-selling The Little Book of Japan, this captivating volume weaves words and images to form a rich tapestry of the fantastic sights of Kyoto, including dozens of World Heritage Sites, Zen gardens, temples, shrines, shopping areas, festivals, and food. \n\nA series of forty-eight highlights, organized into four chapters, cover Kyoto's imperial legacy, culture and customs, Zen heritage, top attractions, and its essential spirit. Veteran photojournalist Ben Simmons continues a journey of discovery begun over twenty-five years ago, seeking fresh insights and an immersive take on this end.