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The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Islands in the World - the latest picture-packed addition to Rough Guides' Inspiration range - reveals the world's most spectacular archipelagos in a brand-new gift book. From tiny sand-laced specks in tropical waters to remote Arctic archipelagos and wildlife-rich Ecuadorian islands, Rough Guides has combed every corner of the globe to find the most beautiful, curious and surprising islands. In this photo-rich coffee-table book, Rough Guides' dedicated team of experts reveal their favourite spots, from the Bay of Naples' best-kept secret to a haven of pristine wilderness off Canada's Pacific Coast.

Whether you're after nature, history, wildlife or culture, we've got the island for you. This fully illustrated book aims to inspire readers to head off the mainland and escape the tourist trail, whether that's to the wind-contoured Faroe Islands, the sun-soaked Caribbean or the remote southwest coast of Japan. Over 150 stunning images combine with authoritative text and insider information to give a strong flavour of each destination in this first-edition hardback book.

With every destination selected by expert Rough Guides' authors and editors, this brand-new, hardback book arms travellers with visual inspiration that'll enthuse them to get out there and explore the world with fresh eyes. 

• Publisert: Oktober 2024
• Antall sider: 236
  
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781835290163

From ancient rolling stock to patchy service, stale sandwiches to the wrong kind of snow, British Rail - our last great state-owned organisation to be privatised - has received a terrible press. But after its controversial 1948 creation, British Rail was actually an innovative powerhouse that over five decades transformed the UK, creating one of the fastest regular rail services in the world.

Award-winning journalist Christian Wolmar takes us from promise to punchline, exploring British Rail's birth into post-war austerity, the many battles and struggles to evolve what many considered to be a dinosaur, and how, at the height of its success, the service was misunderstood and unfairly maligned, ruthlessly broken up and privatised.

• Forfatter: Christian Wolmar
• Publisert: 2023
  
• Antall sider: 392
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781405946278

Denne boka er unik ved at den på en praktisk måte sammenlikner hvordan de statskontrollerte fjernsynskanalene og det som fortsatt er igjen av mer uavhengige russiske medier rapporterter om Krim, Ukraina, Norge, Baltikum, Tsjetsjenia, Georgia, historie, politikk og en rekke andre temaer. Boka er en hyllest til de tøffe og uavhengige journalistene i Russland som med stor integritet fortsetter å jobbe profesjonelt til tross for hyppige drap, overfall, trusler og statlig press.

Boka er med på å forklare hvordan flertallet av russere ofte tenker annerledes en andre europeere, og er en påminnelse om hva som skjer når man ikke lenger makter å tenke kritisk.

• Forfatter: Richard Bærug
• Publisert: 2018
  
• Antall sider: 496
  
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Norsk bokmål
• ISBN: 9788283301847

New from Bradt is The Holocaust: Europe's Sites, Museums and Memorials, a unique travel guidebook to European locations that tell the story of the greatest crime ever perpetrated - the Nazi genocide of 6 million Jews and other persecuted groups. In recent years countries once reluctant to delve into the dark corners of their past have begun to document the history of the Holocaust and its aftermath. Europe has many new ground-breaking museums and memorials that tell us as much about the present as they do the past.

Chapters are dedicated to each country or region occupied by Nazi Germany, plus nations like the UK and neutral Sweden, which played a vital role both before and after the Holocaust. Organised around city hubs in each country, this Bradt guide helps visitors explore numerous destinations, whether infamous, well known or comparatively unexpected. This is much, much more than a guide to notorious sites such as Auschwitz-Birkenau, Buchenwald or Dachau.

You can take a walking tour in Vienna, to view the new wall of names. Or visit the Memorial des Martyrs de la Deportation in Paris, Anne Frank House in Amsterdam or the Jewish Museum in Ferrara. And you can learn how babies were smuggled out of the Kovno ghetto in potato sacks in Lithuania or read about Bavaria's Kloster Indersdorf, a remarkable children's home that cared for survivors.

Written by a journalist and travel writer specialising in Jewish history, Bradt's The Holocaust: Europe's Sites, Museums and Memorials provides the traveller with not only a list of must-see sites in each country but also a comprehensive list of organisations that run tours, commemorations and volunteer schemes. Suggestions of where to eat and stay (including Kosher restaurants and hotels) ease the traveller's way, as do descriptions of local Jewish organisations and tips on how to pace potentially difficult journeys into Europe's dark past. Bradt's The Holocaust: Europe's Sites, Museums and Memorials is the first comprehensive travel guide to the genocide and the first to help the traveller understand the Holocaust by seeing the places where it unfurled.

• Utgitt: Okt 2024
• Utgave: 1
• Språk: engelsk
• Ant. sider: 349

This compact, pocket-sized Norfolk & Suffolk travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to Norfolk & Suffolk without losing time planning.

The Norfolk & Suffolk guide book covers: Norwich, The Brecks, King's Lynn to Holkham, Wells to Cromer, Norfolk Broads, Great Yarmouth, Southwold and around, Aldeburgh and around, Bury St Edmunds and around, Cambridge, around Cambridge, Colchester and Constable Country.

• Publisert: Okt. 2024
• Antall sider: 128
  
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781835290545

The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in Ireland - the latest picture-packed addition to Rough Guides' Inspiration range - shines a light on Ireland's most spectacular places in a brand-new coffee-table book. From remote rolling hills, to vibrant cities, Rough Guides have combed every corner of Ireland to bring you its most awe-inspiring spots in this photo-rich, first edition gift book. Our exploration of Ireland's iconic natural landscapes and remote historic hotspots is complemented by spotlights on the country's exciting cities and urban hubs.

This staggering photography collection - with more than 150 fabulous images - features spell-binding vistas, gritty cityscapes and fascinating historic highlights. Text and images combine to give a strong flavour of each destination, including what makes each spot unique and - ultimately - unmissable. Every place has been carefully selected by Rough Guides' dedicated team of expert authors and editors, with the contents helpfully organised geographically by region.

• Publisert: Oktober 2023
• Antall sider: 248
  
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• ISBN: 9781839058509

The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in Scotland shines a light on the country's most spectacular places in a brand-new coffee-table book. From the wild and remote mountains of the Highlands to the rolling sand dunes at St Andrews, via magical lochs and glens, buzzing cities and remote islands, Rough Guides have combed every corner of the country to bring you its most awe-inspiring spots. Our exploration of Scotland's iconic natural landscapes and romantic castles is complemented by spotlights on the country's exciting cities, from grand Edinburgh and arty Glasgow to cosmopolitan Aberdeen.

This staggering photography collection - with more than 150 fabulous images - features spell-binding vistas, gritty urban cityscapes and fascinating historic highlights. Text and images combine to give a strong flavour of each destination, including what makes each spot unique and - ultimately - unmissable. Every place has been carefully selected by Rough Guides' dedicated team of expert authors and editors, with the contents helpfully organized geographically by region.

No matter what draws you to Scotland, this brand-new, hardcover book shines a light on it, and will inspire you explore every corner of the country. Features of the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in Scotland- Uncovers the top places to visit in the country- Stylish coffee-table book with more than 150 inspiring photographs- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos- Organised geographically by country region- Carefully curated by Rough Guides' team of expert authors and editors.

• Publisert: Oktober 2022
• Antall sider: 248
  
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• ISBN: 9781839057809

The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in the USA - the latest picture-packed addition to Rough Guide's Inspiration range - celebrates the most breathtaking and unmissable locations across the country in this irresistible coffee-table book. From the iconic cities of the Northeast to the sweeping landscapes of the Southwest, crossing the Great Lakes, the Plains and the Rocky Mountains, this glossy guide will transport you across some of the most impressive locations throughout America. Each location has been carefully selected by the devoted team of skilled writers and editors at Rough Guides, and these destinations are thoughtfully arranged based on their geographical regions.

This incredible photography collection - with more than 150 fabulous images - showcases a mesmerising array of jaw-dropping landscapes, sparkling urban cityscapes and fascinating historic highlights. The combination of gripping text and eye-catching imagery creates a vivid sense of each destination, including what makes each spot unique. So whether you're looking for weird, wacky or wonderful, on a short vacation or the trip of a lifetime, the USA is bound to exceed expectations and leave you wanting more.

• Publisert: August 2024
• Antall sider: 232
  
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781835290200

From the skyscrapers of New York City and the hustle of Marrakech to the foodie haven of Singapore and the natural wonders of Cape Town, discover the worlds 100 best cities to explore including amazing skylines, mouthwatering bites, and pure fun in this smart and inspiring travel resource. Grab your passport and get ready to explore 100 cities around the world. This informative travel guide--the next in National Geographic's blockbuster 5,000 Ideas series--takes you from skyscraper-filled concrete jungles to coastal urban oases.

You'll find hot tips for the best sights, bites, museums, and more for each location, as well as practical planning advice for when to go and what to expect when you arrive. And there's something in these pages for every traveller: history buff, art lover, foodie, beach bum, or anyone in between. Take a dim sum tour through San Francisco's Chinatown; hop a bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto to capture two of Japan's best cities in one vacation; discover the hidden historical gems in bustling Mumbai; bathe in the sun on Sydney's beaches; temple hop your way through Bangkok and shop its floating markets; stand on the edge of the world in Ushuaia, Argentina, the world's southernmost city; take a walk through art history in Florence; or go on an urban safari in Nairobi.

• Publisert: 2022
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Engelsk
• Antall sider: 400
• ISBN: 9781426221675

The sequel to the best-selling 50 States, 5,000 Ideas takes readers on the road trip of a lifetime: 100 epic journeys through all 50 states--and 10 Canadian provinces--offering thousands of diverting sites, roadside attractions, and pure fun along the way. From breathtaking views across national parks to a vineyard route through Northwest wine country and a winter wonderland on Alberta's Icefields Parkway, this informative travel guide offers epic sights, good bites, and pure fun. Pack your car and hit the road to experience 100 drives--both classic and off the beaten track--across the United States and Canada.

You'll find innovative itineraries outlining your route, along with when to go and what to do and see along the way. And there's something here to satisfy every passenger. Take in the magnificent turns along Alaska's Route One through Anchorage to Kenai.

Or wind your way through retro spots from Chicago to Los Angeles on Route 66. On nearly 600 miles of New Mexico's Trail of the Ancients, stop off to encounter sites dating back to A.D. 850.

Or discover fossils along Dinosaur Drive, a route that winds its way from Calgary to Denver. Beach lovers will delight in Hawaii's Oahu Circle Island Drive, while history lovers can follow Canada's War of 1812 trail: a cruise between Montreal and Windsor with stops at major battlefields along the way. Filled with expert tips, tons of activities, and plenty to see and do as you drive--the ultimate road trip playlist anyone?--here is an inspirational and practical keepsake for any road warrior.

• Publisert: 2020
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Engelsk
• Antall sider: 304
• ISBN: 9781426220906

1000 års gleder og sorger er de etterlengtede memoarene fra en av verdens viktigste levende kunstnere.

Ai Weiweis skulpturer og installasjoner har blitt sett av millioner over hele verden, og hans politiske aktivisme har lenge gjort ham til et mål for kinesiske myndigheter.

I sine memoarer gir Ai Weiwei oss et portrett av Kina fra de siste hundre år, samtidig som han belyser sin kunstneriske prosess. Det er også historien om hans far, Ai Qing, en gang nær venn av Mao Zedong, og en av Kinas mest innflytelsesrike diktere. Under kulturrevolusjonen ble Ai Qing stemplet som dissident og dømt til straffarbeid. Hele familien, inkludert sønnen, ble forvist til en avsidesliggende og øde del av landet kjent som "Lille Sibir".

Ai Weiwei beskriver barndommen i eksil og den vanskelige beslutningen om å forlate familien for å studere kunst i Amerika, hvor han ble venn med Allen Ginsberg og ble inspirert av Marcel Duchamp og Andy Warhol. Og han forteller om sin retur til Kina og veien fra ukjent kunstner til kunstverdenens superstjerne og internasjonal menneskerettighetsaktivist – og hvordan hans arbeid har blitt formet ved å leve under et totalitært regime.

1000 års gleder og sorger gir en dyp forståelse av de utallige kreftene som har formet det moderne Kina og tjener som en påminnelse om det presserende behovet for å beskytte ytringsfriheten.

Utgitt: 2022
Forlag: Cappelen Damm
Innbinding: Innbundet
Språk: Norsk Bokmål
Sider: 339
ISBN: 9788202485658
Utgave: 1. utg.
Orig.tittel: 1000 years of joys and sorrow: A memoir
Format: 23 x 16 cm

Welcome to Leeds; a great northern powerhouse of a city that has reinvented itself from an industrial centre of wool, textiles and coal to one of the country's biggest financial and commercial cities outside of London. Leeds is famous for its beautiful Victorian arcades, its magnificent architectural landmarks, its eclectic mix of shops and bars and its sporting venues. But scrape its bare bones and you will find it is a city rich in history, heritage and culture with a plethora of hidden places and talents.

Can you really sit in Her Majesty's seat, catch a Dutch water taxi, go otter spotting in the centre of town or get married on a tiny island in the city?Leeds offers so much to locals and visitors alike and you can discover the answers to these questions and much, much more in this guide to 111 places in the great city of Leeds.

• Publisert: 2024
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9783740820596

Liverpool's unique history as an international port and a cultural melting pot has given it a character all its own. The city has produced music that conquered the world and is home to more historic buildings than any other British metropolis outside London. It features two magnificent cathedrals and many world famous museums.

But beyond its renowned exterior is a labyrinth of places hidden and unknown. This deliciously offbeat guidebook will lead you to a different Liverpool: down tunnels, up skyscrapers, and into secret bars, speciality shops, and disused factories. You will see Balenciaga trainers and football trophies, rolling bridges and disappearing statues, Liver Birds and suitcases, extravagant cakes and cast-iron churches.

Explore Britain's first mosque. Wander a roof garden of wild flowers, where different species bloom each month of the year. Marvel at the world's most expensive book or largest brick building (27 million bricks!).

Relax in a hip tea bar with over 50 varieties of tea (loose leaf, naturally); or visit a place where you can drink Dandelion and Burdock with your fish and chips. Think you know Liverpool? Think again!Whether you're a first-time tourist, a repeat visitor, or a long-time local, prepare to be charmed and surprised by 111 eccentric and unusual places you'd never expect to find in the city best known for football and the Fab Four.

• Publisert: 2022
• Antall sider: 240
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9783740816070

Manchester is far more than a grey provincial city preoccupied with the business of making money. The bales of cotton goods awaiting export have gone from the grand warehouses styled like palaces, and the cotton mills no longer hum with the sound of machinery. Yet the buildings remain in all their glory of tiles, terracotta and stained glass - converted to hotels, offices, chic apartments, hipster bars, fine eateries or gritty drinking dens.

The textile trade may have disappeared, but you can find sustainable fashion in the old rag-trade district, and top quality coats and jackets are still being hand-sewn in the last remaining family-owned clothing factory. This book will also take you to alternative Manchester - Radical Manchester from Peterloo to the Pankhursts, Literary Manchester from Elizabeth Gaskell to Anthony Burgess, and of course to Madchester, the crazy music scene of Morrissey, Tony Wilson, the Hacienda and Factory Records.

• Publisert: Mars 2024
• Utgave: 2. utgave
  
• Antall sider: 240
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9783740822460

15 of the best short walks in Cornwall around Falmouth and the Lizard. Our guidebook comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps, clear route descriptions and lots of images.

Includes St Agnes Beacon and Wheal Coates, Truro, Gwennap Pit, St Mawes, Mylor, Frenchman's Creek, Loe Pool, Cadgwith and Lizard Point. Most walks are under 3 hours in duration. All routes are accessible by public transport. Information on local beauty spots and refreshment stops. GPX files available for download.

• Forfatter: Phil Turner
• Publisert: 2024
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781786311733

15 of the best short walks in the Lake District around Keswick, Borrowdale and Buttermere. Our guidebook comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps, clear route descriptions and lots of images Includes Buttermere, Derwentwater, Cat Bells, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Rannerdale Knotts, Castle Crag, Ashness Bridge and SkiddawMost walks are under 3 hours in durationAll routes bar one are accessible by public transportInformation on local beauty spots and refreshment stops. GPX files available for download

• Forfatter: Vivienne Crow
• Publisert: Januar 2024
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781786312020

15 of the best short walks in the South Downs around Brighton, Eastbourne and Arundel. Our guidebook comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps, clear route descriptions and lots of images.

Includes ancient hill forts, Bramber Castle, Devil's Dyke, the Long Man of Wilmington, Litlington White Horse, Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. Most walks are under 3 hours in duration and from 4km to 13km (2–8 miles). Most routes are accessible by public transport. Information on local beauty spots and refreshment stops. GPX files available for download.

• Forfattere: Nike Werstroh og Jacint Mig
• Publisert: 2024
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9781786312037

The worlds best hikes and walks in one volume with breath-taking photography, detailed terrain and route guides, maps, and expert descriptions whether you need to unplug for an afternoon or get away for longer. A carefully selected collection of 200 routes designed to appeal to perambulatory enthusiasts of all stripes. From vigorous hikes around Lake Tahoe to enjoying the charms of Englands Thames Valley, there is something for everyone.

Itineraries cover a range of sights sure to appeal to a diverse audience: pastoral countrysides, dramatic mountain views, soothing seaside panoramas, and historical landscapes such as famous battle sites or medieval pilgrimage routes. Expert descriptions include facts and trivia only locals would know and call out special not-to-be-missed features. Some routes are easy and take a few hours, while others might require a few days to complete.

The book is organized into 50 main itineraries that link to three to five additional similar or related routes. Sample entries include New Englands Franconia Ridge Loop, Washingtons Mount Rainier Trail, the pilgrimage route of Saint Francis in Italy, and Mont Blanc, where France, Italy, and Switzerland meet.

• Publisert: Sept. 2023
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Språk: Engelsk
• Antall sider: 320
• ISBN: 9780847873524

The books feature all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife of the area, and clear mapping for ease of use. Every route has been colour coded according to difficulty. All walks are annotated with local points of interest and places to stop for refreshments.

Every walk is given a summary of distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets.

• Publisert: Mars 2023
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9780749583217

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and AA 50 Walks in the Cotswolds features a variety of mapped walks of two to ten miles, to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife of the Cotswolds, and clear full colour mapping for ease of use. Every route has been colour coded according to difficulty.

All walks are annotated with local points of interest and places to stop for refreshments. Every walk is given a summary of distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets.

• Publisert: Mar 2023
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9780749583224

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and AA 50 Walks in the Yorkshire Dales features a variety of mapped walks of two to ten miles, to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife of the Yorkshire Dales, and clear full colour mapping for ease of use. Every route has been colour coded according to difficulty.

All walks are annotated with local points of interest and places to stop for refreshments. Every walk is given a summary of distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets.

• Publisert: Mars 2023
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Språk: Engelsk
• ISBN: 9780749583309

This innovative new title from Bradt is the first of its type to focus specifically on the vast array of wildlife-watching opportunities found in Europe. Written by expert James Lowen, author of the best-selling 52 Wildlife Weekends: A Year of British Wildlife-Watching Breaks and award-winning A Summer of British Wildlife: 100 Great Days Out Watching Wildlife, this unique guide is packaged into 52 weekend-sized breaks highlighting the best of European wildlife including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, flora, butterflies, dragonflies and birds. We may think of snow-covered Antarctica, South American jungles or African savannahs as holding the world's most plenteous and special wildlife, yet Europe heaves with wildlife wonders year-round, many of which can be seen in a simple weekend break.

Publisert måned: Apr
Publisert år: 2018
Utgave: 1.Utg
Sider nr: 264

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Publisert måned: Jan
Publisert år: 2018
Utgave: 1.utg
Sider nr: 144

In this rich and original photo book, the Scandinavia-savvy Austrian captures much more than the clichéd images of the Northern Lights.

With an eye on the coexistence of nature and culture, Königshofer explores how lives are lived in this intense and extreme environment, from the traditional ivory carver in Greenland to the ice surfer in the North Cape. The result is an authentic portrait of Scandinavian life, showing a whole new side to life up north.

• A rich portrait of winter in Northern Europe, far removed from the cliché of a wild, untouched wilderness
• Exciting contrasts of nature and culture in Norway, Sweden, Iceland, and Greenland
• A must-have book for all fans of Scandinavia

• Publisert: November 2021
• Innbinding: Innbundet
• Antall sider: 208
• ISBN: 9783961713493

This pocket-size drawing journal is packed with just as much clever, creative fun as the original bestselling 642 Things to Draw. All 642 drawing prompts inside invite doodlers to draw teeny tiny things-from 'a keyhole' and 'a marble' to 'an atom' and 'your house, from space.' Sure to keep creative folks inspired on the go, or wherever the doodle bug strikes!

• Publisert: 2015
• Innbinding: Heftet
• Antall sider: 304
• ISBN:  9781452137575

Costa Blanca har mye mer å by på enn sol og strender. Fjellene byr også på fantastiske muligheter som burde appellere til mange nordmenn. På avstand kan fjellene se både triste og grå ut, men på nært hold kan en oppleve en spennende flora, dramatisk natur og spor etter flere tusen års kulturhistorie. I denne lille boken har Sverre Ording Fjeld og Laila Fjeld beskrevet i alt 70 ulike turer, med forskjellig lengde og vanskelighetsgrad. Alle turene som er beskrevet, starter med bil fra bykjernen i Alfaz del Pi. 

• Forfattere: Sverre Ording Fjeld og Laila Fjeld
• Publisert: Desember 2017
• Utgave: 5. utgave
• Antall sider: 138
• ISBN: 9788299922012

The best of Tokyo cuisine and culture, from AM to PM. A Day in Tokyo is a culinary journey through one of the world’s most vibrant cities. From the bustling streets of Shinjuku to the hidden corners of Ueno, this book takes you on a delicious food adventure from breakfast through to dinner, showcasing the diverse tastes and ingredients of Japanese cuisine.

Start the day with unbelievably fluffy Funwari Hottokeki, dive into some Tokyo-born Yakisoba Pan for a much-earned midday break and end the night with crunchy and tender Tonkatsu. Capture the delicious flavours of Tokyo at home with 96 recipes and insider tips on where to find the best local eats. A Day in Tokyo is the ultimate book for food and travel enthusiasts.