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A dedicative homage to the Japanese poet Matsuo Basho, "Following in the footsteps of Basho is a different type of Japanese travel log. Written in the engaging and insightful style that made Basho's travel accounts so popular, it is mixture of prose, poetry and images, drawing the reader not only into the world of Japan but also into the author's own mind and personal contemplations. The destinations outlined in the book are as diverse as Japan itself, ranging from the mountain colds of Hokkaido, to the rural tranquillity of Hiraizumi... as well as the more conventional tourist attractions of Tokyo and Kyoto. Focussing on culture and history, "Following in the footsteps of Basho is a must for any lover of Japan. Let the images and poetic commentary take you on an arm-chair adventure deep into the interior... of the Rising Sun!' (Publication summary)