Reviews

Reviews of Beauty and Chaos

“Japanese who are used to Tokyo are caught off guard by his conclusions derived from careful observation, and are struck dumb…Tokyo, the city we are so careless of, suddenly starts to become glorious. It is a wonder!” Chunichi Shimbun (Newspaper) (translated from Japanese)

“Giving up the bias and seeing the city with completely different standards, you will see the unexpected, attractive face of Tokyo. This book is a guide for rediscovering Tokyo that lets us see the city with unique new features.” Nikkan Gendai (Newspaper) (translated from Japanese)

“This is a book that surely makes humorous and philosophical analysis of Tokyo. It makes us understand ‘We are living in the most unique city in the world, which is certainly worth living in.’” Masaaki Tsutsui (Professor and author) (translated from Japanese)

“This book focuses on surprisingly small scenes of Japan which are unnoticeable to Japanese. The essays give us fresh discoveries with warmth and gentleness.” Reader (translated from Japanese)

“This book focuses on surprisingly small scenes of Japan which are unnoticeable to Japanese. The essays give us fresh discoveries with warmth and gentleness.” Reader (translated from Japanese)

“Regarding “The Way of the Bag.” The story you pointed out on “Kamibukuro” was perfect! I agree and that’s the way I do in everyday life. I want to tell you to thank you that you understood Japanese’s feeling.” Reader (originally sent in English)