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Texan & Tokyo #3
Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo
It's not easy squeezing your life into a suitcase and hopping on a plane halfway across the world. Then again, the most meaningful things in life are never easy.
In this hilarious comic book, Grace weaves fact and fiction - to create an authentic window into the life of an American living in Tokyo. Joined by her husband, Ryosuke, and their imaginary pet rabbit, Marvin, watch as this young couple tries to carve out a little slice of "home" deep in the concrete jungle of Tokyo, without going crazy.
In this hilarious comic book, Grace weaves fact and fiction - to create an authentic window into the life of an American living in Tokyo. Joined by her husband, Ryosuke, and their imaginary pet rabbit, Marvin, watch as this young couple tries to carve out a little slice of "home" deep in the concrete jungle of Tokyo, without going crazy.
188 pages, Paperback
First published June 18, 2015
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February 7, 2017
Обичам комиксите на Грейси, но истински обожавам нейния начин на мислене за живота и света. Това е трети сборник с нейни комикси и кратки пояснителни статии за някои интересни японски нещица, както и за неща от живота. Заглавието е много подходящо, защото написаното от нея се усеща именно като изповед/признание. Мисля си, че ако го бях прочела още когато излезе, щях да усетя какво предстои, а именно нейното официално напускано на YouTube и въобще на социалните мрежи като цяло за поне една година.
Имах усещането за повтаряне на някои от нещата в тази трета част, но този път имаше наистина много по-силен личен елемент и трябва да призная, че вероятно до края на живота си ще повтарям като мантри две от любимите ми нейни изречения от книгата:
"The secret to happiness is very low expectations." и "Tokyo is exactly as expensive as you want it to be.", което чудесно приляга за всяко място по света и за живота, въобще. :Р
Определено ще ми липсва много... и ще ме е яд, че не си купих, докато имаше книжни бройки, нейния четвърти и последен комикс. :Р
Имах усещането за повтаряне на някои от нещата в тази трета част, но този път имаше наистина много по-силен личен елемент и трябва да призная, че вероятно до края на живота си ще повтарям като мантри две от любимите ми нейни изречения от книгата:
"The secret to happiness is very low expectations." и "Tokyo is exactly as expensive as you want it to be.", което чудесно приляга за всяко място по света и за живота, въобще. :Р
Определено ще ми липсва много... и ще ме е яд, че не си купих, докато имаше книжни бройки, нейния четвърти и последен комикс. :Р
June 18, 2015
As soon as I got this, I binge read all her books. I love these comics so much and love sharing them with my friends. I've always enjoyed Japan and learning more about it. This book gives an insight into Japan that is really fun and real. Ryosuke is adorable as always and did an amazing job with his two comics! Anyone who loves fun, light-hearted comics about Japan and a cute couple should check these out! I know when this is available signed on Etsy, I'll be jumping to buy it!
September 16, 2017
Lovely as always.
May 3, 2020
Re-read 2020: Decided to also read the last book in this series and had plenty of fun reading it. I came mostly for the comics but also enjoyed the parts about life in Japan in between (though at points I struggled to get through them). I love reading about Japan and about Grace + Ryosuke. I definitely hope more books will follow.
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Another great book, I really enjoyed it and I hope that Grace will bring out more of these books that are filled with information about her, about Japan, and of course with comics. :)
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Another great book, I really enjoyed it and I hope that Grace will bring out more of these books that are filled with information about her, about Japan, and of course with comics. :)
June 18, 2015
An endearing collection showcasing the quirks of cultural diversity. A truly heartfelt read, you can not help but want to cheer alongside both Grace and Ryosuke for their endeavours. This is just one of many positive reviews and I hope everyone can continue supporting them with their projects. Congratulations to the both of you!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 18, 2015
Grace is my hero! I get inspired to write my own articles and maybe will start a book too. I always look forward to her new posts and books. Some comics really make my day.
"Confessions" really made me smile and think - gosh, I had almost the same experience as a foreigner living in Japan with my Japanese husband. Sometimes it is completely opposite, though.
"Confessions" really made me smile and think - gosh, I had almost the same experience as a foreigner living in Japan with my Japanese husband. Sometimes it is completely opposite, though.
June 19, 2015
Loved this so much! I read it in about an hour, and I can guarantee that I will be reading it again when I need to smile!
Grace Buchele Mineta doesn't claim to be the fount of all knowledge about life in Japan, but what she does do is give a considerable amount of insight into what life could be like for a foreigner(or Gaijin-I think I spelt that right!) in Japan.
This book is full of advice, funny stories and comedic relief, as well as being completely honest, it doesn't just present the happy, easy side of life in a different country, it talks about the struggles and difficulties too. Through Graces' experiences in Japan she has gained a wealth of knowledge as to how to work around some of those difficulties, and is happily sharing them with us!
"Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo" and the previous two Texan&Tokyo books (which you should definitely check out!) have succeeded in making me laugh, be it Grace's Sarcasm or Ryosuke's hilarious antics this book is a must read!
Grace Buchele Mineta doesn't claim to be the fount of all knowledge about life in Japan, but what she does do is give a considerable amount of insight into what life could be like for a foreigner(or Gaijin-I think I spelt that right!) in Japan.
This book is full of advice, funny stories and comedic relief, as well as being completely honest, it doesn't just present the happy, easy side of life in a different country, it talks about the struggles and difficulties too. Through Graces' experiences in Japan she has gained a wealth of knowledge as to how to work around some of those difficulties, and is happily sharing them with us!
"Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo" and the previous two Texan&Tokyo books (which you should definitely check out!) have succeeded in making me laugh, be it Grace's Sarcasm or Ryosuke's hilarious antics this book is a must read!
June 22, 2015
I loved this book probably more than the Grace's first two books--and I absolutely loved those, too. This one has more text, so it reads more like a memoir. Grace leaves no issue unturned. She talks about the differences between aging in Japan and the West, and how she's embracing smile lines and doesn't feel the need to cover them up like they do in Japan. She's still in her twenties, but is wise beyond her years. She also talks about affordable living in Tokyo and it's possible to rent an apartment there and not file for bankruptcy. I can't wait for her next book!
June 18, 2015
Another great comic collection from Grace, I absolutely love how funny the comics are as well as how she has taken so much time to give an insight into her life and experiences in Japan which makes the book feel much more personal and enjoyable! I can't wait until the next one (I hope there are more comics from Ryosuke in the next one, they are hilarious).
I thoroughly enjoyed the book! Thank you for your hard work!
I thoroughly enjoyed the book! Thank you for your hard work!
June 18, 2015
The book is great.
I like that a bit more blog posts were included. While I do enjoy the comics, sometimes the blog posts are fun to read to break it up a bit. Really great for people interested in Japanese culture or even those who aren't but like to read about real life situations. Has a good amount of humor, but still realistic. I can't wait to buy the physical book for myself.
You should really check it out because its just a great read.
I like that a bit more blog posts were included. While I do enjoy the comics, sometimes the blog posts are fun to read to break it up a bit. Really great for people interested in Japanese culture or even those who aren't but like to read about real life situations. Has a good amount of humor, but still realistic. I can't wait to buy the physical book for myself.
You should really check it out because its just a great read.
June 19, 2015
I honestly loved this book. I love watching Grace and Ryosuke on their YouTube channel but this was a little different from what I see on YouTube. To me, Grace seemed to open up more on paper than she does in the video. Which I liked a lot. This book was both entertaining and educational. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a foreigner wanting to visit Japan. And go subscribe to "TexanInTokyo" on YouTube to see more of these two lovebirds.
June 24, 2015
It's rare that I finish a book in one sitting, but that's exactly what I've done with each of Grace Buchele Mineta's books.
This is an incredibly entertaining way to learn about living abroad. (Japan specifically, but it opens your mind to the possibilities of what could happen elsewhere, too.)
I highly recommend this book (as well as her other ones) to anyone living in Japan, planning to live in or visit Japan, who knows someone in Japan, or is even curious about Japan.
This is an incredibly entertaining way to learn about living abroad. (Japan specifically, but it opens your mind to the possibilities of what could happen elsewhere, too.)
I highly recommend this book (as well as her other ones) to anyone living in Japan, planning to live in or visit Japan, who knows someone in Japan, or is even curious about Japan.
July 17, 2021
*I got this book for free in exchange of an honest review*
this is the third instalment in the semi-autobiographical comic series that are based on thr Texan in Tokyo blog. once again grace's personality and charm shine through the pages and you cant help but liking her. this time around her husband, ryosuke, contributed a few adorable comics as well. its a very fun and easy read, but you need to follow her blog in order to fully apreciate, something that I wholeheartedly suggest!
this is the third instalment in the semi-autobiographical comic series that are based on thr Texan in Tokyo blog. once again grace's personality and charm shine through the pages and you cant help but liking her. this time around her husband, ryosuke, contributed a few adorable comics as well. its a very fun and easy read, but you need to follow her blog in order to fully apreciate, something that I wholeheartedly suggest!
June 19, 2015
I love this. Its so honest and personal - you can really tell that Grace put a lot of herself into this book. I think the additional pages from Ryosuke (and the touching forward) were great. I read the whole thing in a couple of hours, and I can definitely say I'll be purchasing it when it comes out on the 21st June. Great work Grace, I can't wait for the next one!
June 18, 2015
This adorable book is the perfect latest addition to this series! It is informative, humorous, and personal all wrapped up in wonderful illustrations. Well done, Grace! I love this book just as much as the other two!!
January 7, 2020
Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo is the 3rd and most recent (at the time I originally wrote this review, back in 2015, anyway) comic collection in the series, released only yesterday. Like the previous 2 books, it continues Grace and Ryosuke’s adventures in Japan as an interracial couple, dealing with the amusements of life as they happen.
More and more, as I read through these comics, I’m struck by the thought that so many of the little things that Ryosuke points out are weird and how they’re done in Japan… They’re often the way I’ve been doing things for years, just out of personal taste and comfort. So I get extra amusement seeing him explain certain things to Grace.
Personal chuckles aside, once again I saw a good development of the art style here, with more generally-approachable humour rather than a solid reliance on cultural weirdnesses to carry the comic. There’s still plenty of that in here, to be sure, and for those who love culture clash stuff, this comic series is a gold mine. But there’s more that can be appreciated even by those who don’t have that as a particular interest, which is nice to see.
Aside – I love how the artist talks about being a big book-lover, and how there’s a term in Japanese for someone who buys so many books they can’t read them all. I think just about everyone reading my blog can identify that way, at least a little!
Having read all 3 Texan & Tokyo comic books now, I can say that they’re definitely worth the read, a fun diversion for the afternoon if you want a bit of odd humour, cute drawings, cultural ponderings, and the fun of being married to a goofball. Which is right up my alley, and I love that I got the chance to read them! If these sound like they’d be your kind of experience, then definitely check them out if you have the chance!
(Book received in exchange for an honest review.)
More and more, as I read through these comics, I’m struck by the thought that so many of the little things that Ryosuke points out are weird and how they’re done in Japan… They’re often the way I’ve been doing things for years, just out of personal taste and comfort. So I get extra amusement seeing him explain certain things to Grace.
Personal chuckles aside, once again I saw a good development of the art style here, with more generally-approachable humour rather than a solid reliance on cultural weirdnesses to carry the comic. There’s still plenty of that in here, to be sure, and for those who love culture clash stuff, this comic series is a gold mine. But there’s more that can be appreciated even by those who don’t have that as a particular interest, which is nice to see.
Aside – I love how the artist talks about being a big book-lover, and how there’s a term in Japanese for someone who buys so many books they can’t read them all. I think just about everyone reading my blog can identify that way, at least a little!
Having read all 3 Texan & Tokyo comic books now, I can say that they’re definitely worth the read, a fun diversion for the afternoon if you want a bit of odd humour, cute drawings, cultural ponderings, and the fun of being married to a goofball. Which is right up my alley, and I love that I got the chance to read them! If these sound like they’d be your kind of experience, then definitely check them out if you have the chance!
(Book received in exchange for an honest review.)
March 27, 2024
I’ve had this book for years, YEARS! Every time I saw it in my kindle library, I passed over it because I thought I already read it. Recently I’ve been trying to read all the books I own and noticed it wasn’t marked as read. I opened it thinking it will open to the last page. Nope it started at the beginning. That is when I noticed I was confusing this book, her third book, for the first book! I also have the second book. @_@.
The book was fine. She talks about the differences between living in America and living in Tokyo. The comic style is outdated, but back then, this style was all the rage; so I cant fault her for that. The only content I noticed that was outdated is the section about people being shocked about people wearing surgical masks (thanks to the pandemic).
The book was fine. She talks about the differences between living in America and living in Tokyo. The comic style is outdated, but back then, this style was all the rage; so I cant fault her for that. The only content I noticed that was outdated is the section about people being shocked about people wearing surgical masks (thanks to the pandemic).
July 13, 2017
easy read with some good to know information with cute animation.
October 18, 2017
I really enjoy these books. They're cute and funny, and have tons of bits of information about Japan.
October 31, 2017
Awesome.
February 10, 2018
I loved reading about Grace & Ryosuke's lives and how we get a peek into intercultural marriage and life in Japan in such a cute way
July 16, 2019
A humorous look into the life of an American married to a Japanese.
March 6, 2021
I love it!
June 27, 2021
Re-read. Still funny and informative.
June 22, 2015
I found out about and began to read Grace's blog Texan in Tokyo just a few weeks ago. I was struck by her ability to use humor while still being very insightful about life in Japan for a foreigner. I lived there myself many years ago, I am married to a Japanese woman, and I have made a number of trips back since we got married to visit my wife’s family and friends. It impressed me that her observations the culture, its people, etc resonated with my own.
For example, it really IS very difficult to get fluent enough to follow and participate in conversations in Japanese with more than one person. Or the use of English on t-shirts, or in other circumstances, is sometimes silly, if not even nonsensical. My wife and I call that "Japanese English," by the way. Or people sometimes ask questions or make observations about oneself and/or one's partner that reveal a distressing lack of sensitivity at best if not an underlying racism at worst.
This book is a wonderful collection of her observations. While Grace clearly loves Ryosuke and their life in Japan, she does not hesitate to point out the challenges they face living there. Amongst the insightful and often humorous anecdotes that she draws and writes about she shares some very informative insights into Japanese society. For example, her writing on the 'hikkomori' (housebound people) was particularly interesting.
I liked this book so much that I intend to read her two other ones. I will also continue to read Texan in Tokyo. If you have an interest in things Japanese, read this book. And then read her blog. You may find as I do that her blog is a great way to start your day. That is what I do here in California where I live.
For example, it really IS very difficult to get fluent enough to follow and participate in conversations in Japanese with more than one person. Or the use of English on t-shirts, or in other circumstances, is sometimes silly, if not even nonsensical. My wife and I call that "Japanese English," by the way. Or people sometimes ask questions or make observations about oneself and/or one's partner that reveal a distressing lack of sensitivity at best if not an underlying racism at worst.
This book is a wonderful collection of her observations. While Grace clearly loves Ryosuke and their life in Japan, she does not hesitate to point out the challenges they face living there. Amongst the insightful and often humorous anecdotes that she draws and writes about she shares some very informative insights into Japanese society. For example, her writing on the 'hikkomori' (housebound people) was particularly interesting.
I liked this book so much that I intend to read her two other ones. I will also continue to read Texan in Tokyo. If you have an interest in things Japanese, read this book. And then read her blog. You may find as I do that her blog is a great way to start your day. That is what I do here in California where I live.
September 14, 2016
This one was better than the second one and I really enjoyed reading it.
I really likes the part about pants shopping. I've lived only three months in Japan and I've realized that I really was non-standard according to Japanese size. I'm a bit taller than Grace and I have big feet. I love weird socks and Japan was full of those... well, I couldn't buy any of them 'cause 99% of them were made for smaller feet. I saw some fantastic rompers but their L only came to my mid-calf...
I also understand Grace's fascination with weird Engrish sentences that are printed on T-shirts but I wouldn't collect those shirts. It was enough reading those weird words on my stationary, or on my pencil case or on my binders.
As usual the comics are really funny. I do have a soft spot for Marv though. And yeah, since I don't follow Grace's blog for me they were all new. It's now that I don't like Grace's blog specifically, I just don't usually follow blogs.
And we finally find out how to pronounce Grace's surname. I was wondering myself how to say her name. Should I have gone for the Italian way or for the German way, thus aspiring the ch sound? Or she's from Spanish origin, or even French? But, when does the stress fell? Yeah, sorry I did think about that a lot! ^__^
The only thing that bothered me... Well, it's not about the book per se but have you seen my nick?! And this past week has been a bad week and reading about how happy Grace and Ryosuke... Well, I'm happy for them but I felt miserable for myself. Sorry for this, I know it'll go away. I just need time.
Looking forward to book #4 now.
I really likes the part about pants shopping. I've lived only three months in Japan and I've realized that I really was non-standard according to Japanese size. I'm a bit taller than Grace and I have big feet. I love weird socks and Japan was full of those... well, I couldn't buy any of them 'cause 99% of them were made for smaller feet. I saw some fantastic rompers but their L only came to my mid-calf...
I also understand Grace's fascination with weird Engrish sentences that are printed on T-shirts but I wouldn't collect those shirts. It was enough reading those weird words on my stationary, or on my pencil case or on my binders.
As usual the comics are really funny. I do have a soft spot for Marv though. And yeah, since I don't follow Grace's blog for me they were all new. It's now that I don't like Grace's blog specifically, I just don't usually follow blogs.
And we finally find out how to pronounce Grace's surname. I was wondering myself how to say her name. Should I have gone for the Italian way or for the German way, thus aspiring the ch sound? Or she's from Spanish origin, or even French? But, when does the stress fell? Yeah, sorry I did think about that a lot! ^__^
The only thing that bothered me... Well, it's not about the book per se but have you seen my nick?! And this past week has been a bad week and reading about how happy Grace and Ryosuke... Well, I'm happy for them but I felt miserable for myself. Sorry for this, I know it'll go away. I just need time.
Looking forward to book #4 now.
June 20, 2015
Stumbling upon Grace's youtube channel "Texan in Tokyo" was a great surprise, but finding out she drew comics about her life in Japan was icing on the cake.
The comic style is well drawn, and a nice relaxing read! I also love that she includes sections in the comic book where she writes mini informative pieces to give even more details into her life as a blog writer, youtuber and self-publisher. Another great thing about her work is that each comic is in the slice of life style, so you could easily read them out of order and still understand them. Grace's comics bring to life her experiences living in Japan with her husband, Ryosuke, in a fun and interesting way. She will make you laugh out loud, as well as teach you about Japanese culture, and what it is like to be a foreigner living in Japan. She has an infectious personality, and so does her husband, which makes for a pretty entertaining read!
And for anyone out there wanting a good read- Grace is running a special promotion to celebrate the launch of her third comic book, so you can download it for free from June 21-23 on amazon!! Seriously- even if you miss the promo go download it and the previous two comics anyway! It's completely worth it! (Also, as a bonus there are two drawings from her husband in the third comic book that are pretty hysterical).
Congrats on the third comic book Grace! I look forward to the next one!!
The comic style is well drawn, and a nice relaxing read! I also love that she includes sections in the comic book where she writes mini informative pieces to give even more details into her life as a blog writer, youtuber and self-publisher. Another great thing about her work is that each comic is in the slice of life style, so you could easily read them out of order and still understand them. Grace's comics bring to life her experiences living in Japan with her husband, Ryosuke, in a fun and interesting way. She will make you laugh out loud, as well as teach you about Japanese culture, and what it is like to be a foreigner living in Japan. She has an infectious personality, and so does her husband, which makes for a pretty entertaining read!
And for anyone out there wanting a good read- Grace is running a special promotion to celebrate the launch of her third comic book, so you can download it for free from June 21-23 on amazon!! Seriously- even if you miss the promo go download it and the previous two comics anyway! It's completely worth it! (Also, as a bonus there are two drawings from her husband in the third comic book that are pretty hysterical).
Congrats on the third comic book Grace! I look forward to the next one!!
September 21, 2015
When I was an undergrad, traveling made me happier than anything else. I interned in South Africa. I read books about living in France. I studied in Japan. Now that I've graduated and started a full time job, it's not feasible to travel for several months out of the year. I love what I do, but traveling is a part of me and I miss it. This month I'm preparing for a trip back to Japan for my birthday. It's the first time I'll be back in Japan since I studied abroad...5? 6? No, almost 7 years ago. I can't believe it's been so long.
Grace's books are filled with details of life in Japan that I've experienced (chopsticks in rice, small water cups, cold houses). These details gave me warm, cozy feelings of nostalgia. But it was Grace's descriptions of her freelance work, her interracial marriage, her anxiety and creative expression that really drew me in. Reading a book specifically about life as a foreigner, you revel in the unfamiliar, but wading through it, you're also waiting to find pockets of the mundane and to celebrate those as well.
The stories in Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo (kyoiku-mama, the underwear conundrum, glycerin, sweatpants, and the fountain of youth) are each distilled into four hilarious frames. The punchlines come quick, but I'm sure I'll be recalling details from these deceptively simple anecdotes long after as I return to Japan and relive the culture shock that I first experienced 7 years ago. Give this book a shot, y'all.
Grace's books are filled with details of life in Japan that I've experienced (chopsticks in rice, small water cups, cold houses). These details gave me warm, cozy feelings of nostalgia. But it was Grace's descriptions of her freelance work, her interracial marriage, her anxiety and creative expression that really drew me in. Reading a book specifically about life as a foreigner, you revel in the unfamiliar, but wading through it, you're also waiting to find pockets of the mundane and to celebrate those as well.
The stories in Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo (kyoiku-mama, the underwear conundrum, glycerin, sweatpants, and the fountain of youth) are each distilled into four hilarious frames. The punchlines come quick, but I'm sure I'll be recalling details from these deceptively simple anecdotes long after as I return to Japan and relive the culture shock that I first experienced 7 years ago. Give this book a shot, y'all.
June 22, 2015
This is the first book I've read in the Texan & Tokyo series, so I "jumped in" a bit. I am, however, a regular follower of the author's blog and YouTube channel, "Texan in Tokyo". Because, I was wary of how much content would be a simple reproduction of what's already on her blog. Despite this concern, the book was a pleasant surprise.
While some content was already published on both Mineta's blog and other websites, it's still distributed well amidst new content. Many of the blog posts also feature new illustrations that are rather entertaining. Even without this, having the posts gathered in a neat published format makes re-reading them an enjoyable experience.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the "Good, Bad, and Awkward" list regarding life in Japan. Sections like this make the book an especially worthwhile read if you're ever going to Japan in the future (and I'm saying this as someone who has lived there for several months and is returning there this September).
Overall, the Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo provides a relaxed vibe and I was able to finish it in about an hour and a half (I did not read it in one sitting). It definitely has a BIG re-read value as it's definitely the sort of thing you can skim through over and over again.
I'm definitely reading the other books in the series after I finish writing this review :)
While some content was already published on both Mineta's blog and other websites, it's still distributed well amidst new content. Many of the blog posts also feature new illustrations that are rather entertaining. Even without this, having the posts gathered in a neat published format makes re-reading them an enjoyable experience.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the "Good, Bad, and Awkward" list regarding life in Japan. Sections like this make the book an especially worthwhile read if you're ever going to Japan in the future (and I'm saying this as someone who has lived there for several months and is returning there this September).
Overall, the Confessions of a Texan in Tokyo provides a relaxed vibe and I was able to finish it in about an hour and a half (I did not read it in one sitting). It definitely has a BIG re-read value as it's definitely the sort of thing you can skim through over and over again.
I'm definitely reading the other books in the series after I finish writing this review :)
August 31, 2015
I may have mentioned in the past that I am a little bit obsessed with Japan, those crazy clothes they wear (well not all of them), their cute food, those amazing vending machines and most of all it just looks like a beautiful country.
I love books about Japan, fact!
I especially love books about Japan with cartoons!
This book is great, having already read Grace's first two books I was excited to see book three on Amazon.
I love her style of writing and of course the comics that go with it are so cute. She talks about many things in this book such as the joys of learning Japanese, why the Japanese wear surgical masks and the art of gift wrapping, all of these done with great insight and humour.
Ryosuke, Grace's husband also gets in on the act this time with some cartoons of his own, they make such a cute couple and I love reading about their lives.
I especially just like reading about the huge difference in culture, It fascinates me and Grace does a great job of explaining it to us with the occasional aid of Marvin her (imaginary) rabbit - actually he does exist now, I have seen the picture!
If like me you love Japan, then you will love this!
I love books about Japan, fact!
I especially love books about Japan with cartoons!
This book is great, having already read Grace's first two books I was excited to see book three on Amazon.
I love her style of writing and of course the comics that go with it are so cute. She talks about many things in this book such as the joys of learning Japanese, why the Japanese wear surgical masks and the art of gift wrapping, all of these done with great insight and humour.
Ryosuke, Grace's husband also gets in on the act this time with some cartoons of his own, they make such a cute couple and I love reading about their lives.
I especially just like reading about the huge difference in culture, It fascinates me and Grace does a great job of explaining it to us with the occasional aid of Marvin her (imaginary) rabbit - actually he does exist now, I have seen the picture!
If like me you love Japan, then you will love this!
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