Description
Book SynopsisA charming guide to Japan in comic-book form!For comic-book artist Audry Nicklin, her visit to Japan was the trip of a lifetime. However, she only had ten days to see everything she had dreamed of! Armed with her watercolors and accompanied by her husband, Connor, she explored Hiroshima and its Peace Memorial Park; the famous red-gated shrine at Miyajima; Himeji Castle; neon-lit Osaka; the ancient temples of Mount Koya, Nara, and Kyoto; and the crowded streets and leafy parks of Tokyo.
The highlights of Audry's grand tour of Japan include:
- Encounters with wild deer while visiting the famous Miyajima red gate
- A visit to Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Museum
- Spotting geishas on the backstreets of Kyoto
- A visit to the Tokyo graveyard where the famed 47 Ronin are buried
- Tasting authentic dishes like sushi, okonomiyaki, ramen and Japanese BBQ.
- Tips on getting around Japan by bullet train, local train, ferry, and bus!
With cute illustrations and entertaining commentary from the artist, this book will appeal to manga fans and anyone who loves Japan. Practical tips are included for those interested in painting on location.
Trade Review"Audry's words and beautiful drawings made me feel as though I was discovering Japan again for the first time. A very refreshing read--I loved it!" --
Hector Garcia, author of
A Geek in Japan"Whether visiting Japan or just an armchair traveler, this cute illustrated travel diary is sure to charm you. Aspiring artists will love the practical tips on how to create your own travel journal sketches." --
Julie Blanchin Fujita, author of
Tokyo Love Story."
My Travels in Japan is a cure for wanderlust as well as food for the spirit. The experience of this book is at once personal and universal as creator, Audry Nicklin, invites us on a journey to explore a beautiful country's rich culture and history. She even offers tips and tricks to start your own travel journal, which can be used whether you are traveling abroad or exploring your own neighborhood. Nicklin has a special eye for nature which is imbued in her vibrant, detailed watercolor strokes. Through a mix of stunning paintings and kawaii cartoons, she provides a thoroughly engaging account of her travels filled with relatable moments in addition to exploring the fascinating cultural heritage of Japan. With so many of us stuck at home right now, unable to travel, Nicklin's
My Travels in Japan is just the ticket!"—
Jacqueline Danziger-Russell, author of
Girls and Their Comics: Finding a Female Voice in Comic Book Narrative
