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100 1 _aStreet, Julian,
_d1879-1947
245 1 0 _aMysterious Japan
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-09-07
508 _aE-text prepared by MFR, Ernest Schaal, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
520 _a"Mysterious Japan" by Julian Street is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author's observations and experiences as he journeys through Japan, delving into its culture, customs, and unique characteristics. Street shares captivating anecdotes and insights regarding various aspects of Japanese life, aiming to illuminate the mysteries and complexities of the country for Western readers. The opening of the book begins with the author's voyage to Japan aboard the ship "Kashima Maru". He reflects on the peculiarities of ocean travel and introduces characters encountered on board, including missionaries and fellow passengers with diverse tales and experiences. As the ship approaches Japan, the narrative captures the excitement of sighting land and the iconic Mount Fuji, describing Japan not only in terms of its beautiful scenery but also hinting at the deeper cultural experiences he is set to discover. Throughout the beginning, Street establishes a tone of both wonder and curiosity, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of Japan's rich culture and societal norms in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJapan -- Description and travel
653 _aJapan -- Social life and customs
653 _aNational characteristics, Japanese
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57861
999 _c98690
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