John H. Martin was a professor of Chinese and Japanese Civilization at the University of Richmond, where he taught courses in Japanese history, religion, and culture at several colleges in New York State. Dr. Martin and his wife, Phyllis G. Martin, have been museum directors in New York and have traveled extensively in Japan and elsewhere. Their Tokyo: 29 Historic Walks in the World's Most Exciting City is also available from Tuttle. Lewis Miesen is a writer and editor based in Kyoto. He works on projects exploring the city's history, art, and community life, with a focus on connecting cultures through engaging and accessible storytelling.

"What distinguishes this title from many others purporting to be the last word on the subject is its highly detailed content, reflecting a rare cultural depth and appreciation of subject." —Stephen Mansfield, The Japan Times

John H. Martin was a professor of Chinese and Japanese Civilization at the University of Richmond, where he taught courses in Japanese history, religion, and culture at several colleges in New York State. Dr. Martin and his wife, Phyllis G. Martin, have been museum directors in New York and have traveled extensively in Japan and elsewhere. Their Tokyo: 29 Historic Walks in the World's Most Exciting City is also available from Tuttle. Lewis Miesen is a writer and editor based in Kyoto. He works on projects exploring the city's history, art, and community life, with a focus on connecting cultures through engaging and accessible storytelling.

"What distinguishes this title from many others purporting to be the last word on the subject is its highly detailed content, reflecting a rare cultural depth and appreciation of subject." —Stephen Mansfield, The Japan Times

John H. Martin was a professor of Chinese and Japanese Civilization at the University of Richmond, where he taught courses in Japanese history, religion, and culture at several colleges in New York State. Dr. Martin and his wife, Phyllis G. Martin, have been museum directors in New York and have traveled extensively in Japan and elsewhere. Their Tokyo: 29 Historic Walks in the World's Most Exciting City is also available from Tuttle. Lewis Miesen is a writer and editor based in Kyoto. He works on projects exploring the city's history, art, and community life, with a focus on connecting cultures through engaging and accessible storytelling.

"What distinguishes this title from many others purporting to be the last word on the subject is its highly detailed content, reflecting a rare cultural depth and appreciation of subject." —Stephen Mansfield, The Japan Times