A Painter's Journey to Tokyo's Outskirts | Signed Copy | Travel | Book | Japan | Jackman Man Siu Fai

The New Essential Guide to Tokyo Travel: Venture Beyond the Tourist Trails, Travel Light, and Uncover the Multifaceted Beauty of the Outskirts! Diamond Fuji • Nightscape Heritage • Underground Sanctuary • Seaside Torii • Mountain & Lake Secrets -- Expand Your Vision of Independent Travel and Step into Moments of Layered Surprise -- *Highlights at a Glance* ☛ The Secret of Mt. Fuji's World Heritage Status! Was its "Guardian" Not the Japanese Government? ☛ Gaze upon a "Japan Nightscape Heritage" Site from Your Bed — the Majestic "Nihon-daira" is Within Reach! ☛ Where Was the Hot Spring Destination from "The Full-Time Wife Escapist"? You Too Can Embark on a Romantic Journey! ☛ Beyond Hiroshima's Itsukushima Shrine! The Kanto Outskirts Also Hide a Spectacular "Seaside Torii" View! ☛ Which Tokyo Cherry Blossom Spot Offers the Best Chance to Witness a Dreamy "Carpet of Pink"? ☛ Ascend the Hugely Popular Mt. Takao for a Miracle Moment of "Diamond Fuji" — Discover the Optimal Viewing Period! ☛ The World's Largest "Disaster Prevention Underground Sanctuary"! How to Experience Tokyo's Subterranean Marvel Up Close? ☛ Get Up Close with JAL and ANA Maintenance Hangars for an Awe-Inspiring Experience! First-Time Secrets to Snagging Spots in Highly Sought-After Events Revealed ~ ◆ For Travelers Who Seek More Than Just a Fleeting Glance, This Guide Adds Depth to Scenery and Stories to Every Journey! # In Pursuit of Mt. Fuji's Many Faces: Deeply Appreciate Its Diverse Forms and Understand the True Charm of a World Cultural Heritage site. # Travel Like a Tokyoite: Escape the Bustle and Immerse Yourself in Healing, Diverse Landscapes, from Seaside Torii to Secluded Mountain Lakes. # Seasonal Cityside Beauty: A Complete Guide to Five Top Cherry Blossom Spots & Four Premier Ginkgo Viewing Locations to Bask in the Colors of Spring and Autumn. # Immersive Experiential Learning: Explore Underground Sanctuaries, Discover Inner Palace Gardens, and Witness the Magic of Aviation Bases Up Close. As an independent travel expert, the author has visited Tokyo and its surrounding areas dozens of times. Drawing from this wealth of experience, this book offers in-depth introductions to the meticulously selected sights in and around Tokyo. From light and shadow to topography, from tradition to spectacle, it guides you away from the city to reveal nuanced landscapes and a more profound travel experience. Open this book to unlock travel details, broaden your imagination for independent journeys, and begin your next perfect, in-depth adventure! Book Features: ‧ Practical Itinerary Ideas for Independent Travelers: Includes transportation, accommodation, and flexible itinerary arrangements for various trip durations, making planning easier. ‧ Photography Tips for Breathtaking Views: Real-world insights on the best angles and composition techniques to help you capture stunning photos with ease. ‧ Immersive Travelogue with Illustrations and Text: Recounts moving moments with warm artwork and sincere words, igniting your wanderlust. Author Introduction: Man Siu Fai (Jackman) A painter and writer born and raised in Hong Kong, he established Jackman Studio. Jackman, an avid traveler, excels at watercolor landscapes, drawing inspiration from every country he visits. His wife, Fu Mei Shuen, accompanies and supports him on every journey. In addition to his creative work, writing, and teaching, Jackman's art has been selected for numerous international awards and exhibitions, with some featured in his publications. In recent years, he has returned to his roots, focusing on Hong Kong as his theme, sharing his impressions and insights through his artwork. 【Awards and Exhibitions】 2024 Hong Kong: A New Art Museum - Selected Works from Sai Yuen Lane (Hong Kong) 2024 Jackman Man Siu Fai Exhibition and "A Painter's Journey to Japan's Scenic Wonders" Book Launch (Taiwan) 2024 Japan Watercolour Society: 24th International Watercolour Competition (Japan) 2024 Taipei Art Fair: International Artist Grand Prize Competition (Taiwan) 2023 IFAM Global Online Juried Art Competition (Malaysia) 2023 Japan Watercolour Society: 23rd International Watercolour Competition (Japan) 2023 Taipei Art Fair: International Artist Grand Prize Competition (Taiwan) 2023 The International Watercolour Masters Contest (United Kingdom) 2022 155th Annual International Exhibition of the American Watercolor Society (USA) 2022 IFAM Global Online Juried Art Competition (Malaysia) 2022 Jackman Man Siu Fai Watercolour Solo Exhibition (Hong Kong) 2021 IFAM Global Online Juried Art Competition (Malaysia) 2019 The International Watercolour Contest 2019 of Galleria Esdé (Italy) Fu Mei Shuen (Erica) A Hongkonger, Jackman's life companion and creative partner. Her roles include deciding each book's destination, writing, photography, and providing him with endless support. Erica graduated from National Changhua University of Education in Taiwan. Her time studying abroad was one of the most beautiful journeys of her life. After traveling to many countries, Taiwan is the place she longs to revisit most, always and forever. Joint Works: "A Painter's Journey to Japan's Scenic Wonders," "A Painter's Journey Through the Charms of the Netherlands and Belgium," "A Painter's Journey Through Austria's Most Beautiful Landscapes," "A Painter's Journey Through Classic Italy," "A Painter's Journey Through Finland and the Baltic States," "The Perfect Swiss Trip," "The Perfect Swiss Trip 2," "Swiss Winter," and others.