Walking the Kiso Road: A Modern-Day Exploration of Old Japan

Walking the Kiso Road: A Modern-Day Exploration of Old Japan

Take a trip to old Japan with William Scott Wilson as he travels the ancient Kiso Road, a legendary route that remains much the same today as it was hundreds of years ago. The Kisoji, which runs through the Kiso Valley in the Japanese Alps, has been in use since at least 701 C.E. In the seventeenth century, it was the route that the daimyo (warlords) used for their biennial tripsâ€”along with their samurai and portersâ€”to the new capital of Edo (now Tokyo). The natural beauty of the route is renownedâ€”and famously inspired the landscapes of Hiroshige, as well as the work of many other artists and writers. Wilson, esteemed translator of samurai philosophy, has walked the road several times and is a delightful and expert guide to this popular tourist destination; he shares its rich history and lore, literary and artistic significance, cuisine and architecture, as well as his own experiences.
Country USA
Manufacturer Shambhala
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2015-10-13
Format Kindle eBook

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