Tokyo Travel Sketchbook : Kawaii Culture, Wabi Sabi Design, Female Samurais and Other Obsessions

Experience Tokyo through the eyes of an artist! This captivating illustrated diary captures Amaia Arrazola's four-week adventure in Tokyo, offering a unique glimpse into the world's largest city through her paints and pencils.

When Arrazola embarks on an artist's residency in Tokyo, she dives into the city's vibrant culture with sketchbook in hand. Her delightful drawings reveal Tokyo's eclectic mix of traditional and modern—from the pop culture of Hello Kitty and "Kawaii" charm to encounters with female samurais. She explores everything from quirky cafes and unique street fashion to the concept of wabi sabi, finding beauty in the city's imperfections.

Tokyo Travel Sketchbook presents a fresh, often humorous perspective on Tokyo, blending its high-tech glitz with deep-rooted traditions. It's a captivating visual journey through a city where the new and old coexist in surprising harmony. Recommended for readers ages 14 and up.