I Got the Meaning of Japan. From Dragons to Pokemon; The Roots of Japan. From Tanuki to Kabuki (2 volumes)

Japan is undoubtedly one of the most mysterious and amazing countries on Earth, that has given the world countless unique cultural phenomena. Geographically Eastern yet Western in spirit, Japan occupies a space in between and never fails to astonish foreigners.
This book is for those who feel the charm of Japan, are intrigued by it and would like to learn more about it. It combines academic knowledge about the history and culture of the country with the author's personal experience. The seriousness of the content is combined with an engaging narrative style and ease of presentation. You will find in the book:
the main milestones in Japanese history, from the samurai wars to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki;
the roots of the manga and anime phenomenon, as well as classic Japanese cinema;
surprising facts about Japanese cuisine and tastes;
an attempt to piece together the puzzle in order to understand the mysterious Japanese soul.
It is not easy to understand Japan. This book is written to help anyone who wants to take the first step in this field.

Alexander Raevsky. I Got the Meaning of Japan. From Dragons to Pokemon; The Roots of Japan. From Tanuki to Kabuki (2 volumes). — Moscow: AST Publishing House, 2023, 2025.