Take a tour of the capital of cool! From the chic streets of Omotesando to the
Tosho-gu shrine complex in Nikko, built to consecrate the Edo-era shogun
Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Award-winning author Rob Goss takes readers through the patchwork of varied
districts and sights that make up Tokyo and its neighbouring towns.
Tokyo: Capital of Cool delves into Tokyo’s defining traits:
The city’s Edo-era roots
Its thirst to both modernize and yet retain its traditions
Its culinary heritage
The impact of its vibrant youth culture
You will be amazed at the vivid photographs and the in-depth information that
goes far beyond the boundaries of a normal guidebook in offering insights into
one of the world’s greatest cities. In Tokyo: Capital of Cool, you will discover
ideas and inspiration for places to visit, a window onto this unique city, and a
deeper understanding of its people.