Life in Japan: History and culture: A brief introduction to the Land of the Rising Sun

Japan has been a cultural jewel of the Far East since time immemorial and, as such, draws interest from inquisitive folk from all over the world. One can argue that the sheer remoteness of such a faraway place is what piques interest, as we have a tendency to naturally perceive such distant lands as mystical and exotic. However, far more than the distance, the cultures, the history, and the way of life in Japan are what fascinate us.From the time of the Samurai to the tumultuous period during the World Wars to now, Japan has shown the world that it is possible to be small and succeed. The country's long and eventful history has shaped the Japanese mentality in a special way and given rise to many unique social conventions, codes of conduct, and various attitudes. The people of Japan are generally found by visitors to be courteous and polite with foreigners, particularly Westerners.As globalization grows, more people become fascinated with life in Japan, its past, and the pop culture. Manga, Anime, Sony PlayStation, and so much more has become highly desirable by people around the world. It is little wonder that a book about the history, culture, lifestyle, and living in Japan is necessary to explore all that such a tiny country offers.Whether you are interested in the culture of Japan, the rules and language or more of the way of life one can enjoy on the island; it will all be available.You are going to fall in love with Japan!