Rice, Noodle, Fish: Deep Travels Through Japan's Food Culture

Name: Rice, Noodle, Fish: Deep Travels Through Japan's Food Culture
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Book Synopsis: 2016 Travel Book of the Year by the Society of American Travel Writers
Finalist for the 2016 IACP Awards: Literary Food Writing
Named one of the Financial Times' "Best Books of 2016"

An innovative new take on the travel guide, Rice, Noodle, Fish decodes Japan's extraordinary food culture through a mix of in-depth narrative and insider advice, along with 195 color photographs. In this 5000-mile journey through the noodle shops, tempura temples, and teahouses of Japan, Matt Goulding, co-creator of the enormously popular Eat This, Not That! book series, navigates the intersection between food, history, and culture, creating one of the most ambitious and complete books ever written about Japanese culinary culture from the Western perspective.

Written in the same evocative voice that drives the award-winning magazine Roads & Kingdoms, Rice, Noodle, Fish explores Japan's most intriguing culinary disciplines in seven key regions, from the kaiseki tradition of Kyoto and the sushi masters of Tokyo to the street food of Osaka and the ramen culture of Fukuoka. You won't find hotel recommendations or bus schedules; you will find a brilliant narrative that interweaves immersive food journalism with intimate portraits of the cities and the people who shape Japan's food culture.

This is not your typical guidebook. Rice, Noodle, Fish is a rare blend of inspiration and information, perfect for the intrepid and armchair traveler alike. Combining literary storytelling, indispensable insider information, and world-class design and photography, the end result is the first ever guidebook for the new age of culinary tourism.

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Discover the secrets of Japan's extraordinary food culture with Rice, Noodle, Fish: Deep Travels Through Japan's Food Culture. Named the 2016 Travel Book of the Year and a finalist for the 2016 IACP Awards, this innovative travel guide takes you on a 5000-mile journey through the noodle shops, tempura temples, and teahouses of Japan. Get insider advice and immerse yourself in the intersection between food, history, and culture. With 195 stunning color photographs, this book is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.

Written by Matt Goulding, co-creator of the popular Eat This, Not That! book series, Rice, Noodle, Fish is unlike any other guidebook you've ever read. It's a captivating blend of immersive food journalism, intimate city portraits, and indispensable insider information. Whether you're an intrepid traveler or an armchair explorer, this book will transport you to the heart of Japan's culinary traditions and inspire your next food adventure.

Forget about boring hotel recommendations and bus schedules. Rice, Noodle, Fish goes beyond the basics to offer you an unforgettable experience. Explore the kaiseki tradition of Kyoto, dine with sushi masters in Tokyo, indulge in street food in Osaka, and slurp up ramen in Fukuoka. This comprehensive guidebook covers seven key regions of Japan, giving you a deep understanding of each area's culinary discipline.

Get ready to embark on the ultimate culinary journey. Rice, Noodle, Fish is the perfect companion for the new age of culinary tourism. With its evocative storytelling, expert information, and world-class design and photography, this book will awaken your wanderlust and leave you craving for more. Begin your adventure now by getting your copy of Rice, Noodle, Fish.

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