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Japan Studies: Visual Images

This page shows you how to get the most from our library resources for finding good information for your research projects.

Asian Historical Architecture

Asian Historical Architecture (orientalarchitecture.com)

Photographic survey of Asia's architectural heritage. This sites contain 15,000 photos of 791 sites in twenty-one countries, with background information and virtual tours. Most of photos from Japan are shrines and temples.

JGarden

JGarden -The Japanese Garden Database

" The Japanese Garden Database is intended as a repository of information on the historical and contemporary gardens of Japan as well as the gardens located outside Japan that have been inspired by the culture."  Provides a database of Japanese gardens, a glossary and links to bonsai, koi, and other organizations.


Pre-war magazine

 復刻版 NIPPON

  • Cutting edge graphic design of the period.
  • Reprint of the original publications by Nippon Kobo, 1934-1944.
  • Text in English, French, German, and Spanish.