Tokyo A Guide to Recent Architecture
Tokyo A Guide to Recent Architecture by Noriyuki Tajima, published by Ellipsis London in 1995, offers a comprehensive exploration of the architectural landscape of Tokyo. This 320-page guide provides insights into the city’s architectural history, practical tips for navigating local public transit, and recommendations for the best maps for visitors. The book emphasizes the interconnectedness of architecture with social, cultural, and political contexts, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding Tokyo’s built environment.
Readers will find that this guide presents a thoughtful examination of recent architectural developments in Tokyo, framed within the broader context of the city’s evolution. The compact size of the book makes it an ideal travel companion for those exploring the city, while the diverse perspectives included reflect the unique characteristics of Tokyo’s architecture. With a focus on travel and Japan, this edition serves as a practical tool for both tourists and architecture enthusiasts alike.
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Tokyo: A Guide to Recent Architecture is one in a series of lovely little guides to many of the world’s major cities created by British publisher Ellipsis. The information contained here ranges from brief perspectives on the city’s architectural history to tips on which maps are best for visitors and how to navigate the local public transit system. The book considers architecture not as something that happens on isolated building sites, but rather as social, cultural, and political phenomena. At four inches square, this highly portable book is an ideal travel companion. Some of the other books in the series cover Chicago, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, and New York City. Each guidebook has its own flavor, as different writers–usually architects–cover each city. –Loren E. Baldwin
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