Japan's World Heritage Sites

“Dougill shares historical background and breathtaking photos of Japan’s 17 world heritage sites, for instance, Mount Fuji and Himeji Castle, which are conveniently reachable from Tokyo. The author includes facts on accessing the sites, hours of operation, and more.” –Library Journal“From Mt. Fuji to ancient Kyoto to the Peace Memorial at Hiroshima, UNESCO tagged seventeen sites with their highest honor and the 350 color photographs and masterful descriptions will certainly solidify Japan’s standing as a tourist destination.” –Foreword Magazine“Tuttle showcases ancient traditions in Japan’s World Heritage Sites…The book has been updated to include all of the new UNESCO World Heritage designations since it was last published in 2014. The smaller trim size and lower price (\(24.99, from \)34.95) is an effort to appeal to travelers who may be looking for a souvenir on the way home from Japan…” – Publishers Weekly

John Dougill is a professor at Ryukoku University in Kyoto. He has authored fourteen Japanese college textbooks as well as Kyoto: A Cultural Guide, In Search of Japan’s Hidden Christians and Zen Gardens and Temples of Kyoto.