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Book Synopsis: Another Kyoto is an insider’s meditation on the hidden wonders of Japan’s most enigmatic city. Drawing on decades living in Kyoto, and on lore gleaned from artists, Zen monks and Shinto priests, Alex Kerr illuminates the simplest things – a temple gate, a wall, a sliding door – in a new way. ‘A rich book of intimate proportions ... In Kyoto, facts and meaning are often hidden in plain sight. Kerr’s gift is to make us stop and cast our eyes upward to a temple plaque, or to squint into the gloom of an abbot’s chamber’ Japan Times’‘Kerr and Sokol have performed a minor miracle by presenting that which is present in Kyoto as that which we have yet to see. I know that I will never pass a wall, or tread a floor, or sit on tatami the same way again’ Kyoto Journal
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Unlock the hidden wonders of Kyoto with Another Kyoto, the ultimate insider's guide. Written by Alex Kerr, a seasoned resident of the city with years of experience, this book reveals the secrets that only artists, Zen monks, and Shinto priests know. Discover a new way of seeing and appreciating the simplest things in Kyoto - from a temple gate to a sliding door. Kerr's writing is a rich and intimate exploration that will transform how you experience this enigmatic city.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kyoto with Another Kyoto. Kerr's deep knowledge and insights bring hidden facts and meanings to light, revealing the beauty that is often overlooked. The Japan Times calls it a "rich book of intimate proportions," urging readers to cast their eyes upward and discover the secrets hidden in plain sight. Prepare to be captivated as Kerr guides you through the ancient temples, mysterious walls, and abbot's chambers of Kyoto. You'll never see a wall or sit on tatami the same way again.
Embark on a journey of discovery with Another Kyoto and experience the mesmerizing allure of this historic city. Kerr and Sokol have created a masterpiece that presents Kyoto as we have never seen it before. Kyoto Journal hails this book as a minor miracle, showcasing the present as something yet to be explored. Let the pages of Another Kyoto transport you to the heart of this magical city, where every wall, floor, and tatami mat holds a story waiting to be uncovered.
Ready to unravel the mysteries of Kyoto with Another Kyoto? Don't miss out on this transformative experience. Get your copy now!
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