Japan’s Best Friend

In this book, Manami Okazaki (author of the best-selling album Land of the Rising Cat, devoted entirely to cats in Japanese culture) focuses on the place of dogs in Japan. The book is a comprehensive source of both information and amusement.

Okazaki tells the readers the history of dogs in the Land of the Rising Sun, describes typical Japanese breeds, talks about the image of the dog in culture and art, presents various holidays and festivals dedicated to dogs (some very funny and unusual). And all this full of very colorful and funky graphics, filled with funny drawings of puppies and adorable photos of shaggy quadrupeds. A must for all dog lovers!