I have always wondered about the mystery of Japanese soul, what makes them tick and how do they relate to a Western foreigner. They have a reputation of loners and I was wondering if they are truly accepting of anyone out there. So I was hoping to find answers to my questions in this book. It gives some history, description of places, some artwork, Japanese lifestyle, but there is nothing about how to actually live Japanese. There are author's personal opinions that hinder the flow of the book as well.

If you are after encyclopedic information then you have found your book, but if you are looking to read more about Japanese soul then keep looking.

This is a very informative book on life in Japan. Having visited there last year I was delighted to read many aspects of the cultures and places I didn't get to visit which will definitely be on my list next time.

I have discussed parts of this book with my son as his girlfriend is Japanese and he said it is a true and detailed account of Japanese life.

Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Aurum Press, White Lion Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.

This is a beautiful book but not really my cup of tea. It contains beautiful artwork and a lot of factoids about Japan, but the author never goes into detail about anything. For that reason, I think it would be a great coffee table or gift book for someone who's interested in learning more about Japan. I don't think the title really reflects the content of the book - it's not really about how to "live Japanese" in any sense of the phrase - but it is a nice volume.

Thank you, NetGalley, for providing an ebook copy of this book in exchange for my opinion.
This book is for the traveler or someone who wants to understand the Japanese culture more.

This book was very well written about the many diverse aspects of Japan. It was full of ideas and recommendations. It was interesting to read about the many locations of Japan. For the average reader, It probably would be a bit 'technical' or dry. But for someone trying to understand the overall culture of Japan, a worth while read.

This is more a book on "how the Japanese live", not exactly "how to live Japanese". On that premise, this book excels. The book is a primer on Japanese idiosyncracies that extends beyond culture and history -- it also talks about different regions in Japan, commonly celebrated holidays, and spirituality.

It covers unique Japanese customs, traditions, products -- such as kintsugi, or the art of ceramic repair with gold. It covers special Japanese words with no equivalent English translation, such as itadakimasu. It talks about the Japanese philosophies of wabi-sabi and ikigai. There's a mention on sports, craftsmanship, food, robots... safe to say I think this book covers all the bases.

This book is a great introductory read if you're a Japanophile or if you're preparing for a trip to Japan. The only thing I didn't like about the book were the illustrations -- I hope they're just stand-ins, because the artwork seems plain (in the style of paper cut-outs if I'm not mistaken).

I received a digital Advance Reader Copy of the book in exchange for an honest review from Netgalley.

This book had nice illustrations and feels like a nice primer to Japan, should I recommend reading material who friends who didn't take Japanese studies courses in school. Unfortunately I couldn't comment too much on the text, as sometimes I'd have blank pages only to have the next page start mid-paragraph. It looks like there's text. I can highlight lines that look like they should be text. But I can't really read it. The author has a self-admitted bias towards Tokyo, which is a good disclaimer. It's like having a New Yorker write a book about America.

This is an absolutely beautiful book with many wonderful illustrations and photographs. Unfortunately there is no key to photographs - if you have been to Tokyo many of them you will recognise, but to the uninitiated it may have been nice to give details of the locations. It is also not a complete guide to the regions - I would have loved to have read about the Hokuriku region which is where I visited, but it is not covered.

This is not a book in the style of Marie Kondo with the advice on how to actually live in the Japanese style. Rather it is an observation by a Japanese person who very cleverly interprets for the western mind the culture and essence of Japan. You will not buy this book and begin to live like a Japanese person, you will however have some understanding of why certain things are done they way they are in Japan.

Different areas of Japan are highlighted and a little history about that area. Every aspect of life is covered from birth, naming babies to funerals. Things I have never read in a book about Japan before. Festivals by month are given There is also a small glossary of Japanese phrases that have no literal translation - again not something I have seen written down before.

As someone who has visited Japan I found this book fascinating and a memento of my time there. If you are yet to visit or just intrigued this is a good book to become acquainted with Japan.

I'm giving this book 4 out of 5 stars. My thanks to Netgalley for an ARC of the book.

I wasn't quite sure what to expect with this book. It is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of being Japanese, giving fabulous insight into this way of life. There are plenty of things that can be taken away and incorporated into living a better life, but i found the book lacking a little oomph. I love the idea and concept of Japan, and would love to spend time there absorbing the culture - this would be a book that I would pick up and flick through in some detail in a bookshop, but ultimately put it back in search of something a little more inspiring.

I love Japan and Japanese culture (although I have never been to Japan!) so I was pleased to be approved for this book. However, I have to admit to being a bit disappointed by this book.

It is predominantly illustrations and photos and the style of these is not to my taste. I did not find them interesting or engaging.

Although some of the information provided is interesting, I felt it was lacking as it did not provide phonetic pronunciations and the blocks of information were difficult to read and stay focused on.

I think some people may enjoy this book but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations.

Many thanks to Quarto Publishing and NetGalley for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is a fascinating, comprehensive look at all things Japanese. The author has done a wonderful job of providing information on geography, architecture, food, customs - - the list goes on and on. Accompanied by beautiful photographs, this book is a must-have for anyone planning a trip to Japan - - or anyone who just enjoys learning about other countries.

Highly recommended.

Lovely, thorough, interesting travel guide/history book/culture discussion/lovely to look at book. Very interesting and very useful for anyone considering traveling to Japan.

“How to Live Japanese” is a fabulous introduction to the Japanese lifestyle by writer Yutaka Yazawa, who has penned the ultimate insider’s guide. Replete with inspiration and insight into the very best of Japanese culture, design, cookery, and philosophy. Whether its making tea, going for a hike, celebrating imperfections, cutting- edge film-making, or revolutionizing the whisky market, “How to Live Japanese” reveals the heart and soul of a great culture. Highly recommended for the info-rich text and beautiful photos and design. 5/5

Pub Date 27 Sep 2018

Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group - Aurum Press and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are fully mine.

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This book is divided into Japanese areas. If you're into Zen living or Japanese culture you will enjoy this book. It goes into details.
Felt like reading an encyclopedia from time to time, however I would still recommend this.