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- Order number: V129415
Kyoto Serenity – A Journey into Japan's Soul
Assouline presents "Kyoto Serenity", a contemplative journey into the heart of Japanese culture. In this exquisite coffee table book, renowned author François Simon unveils the multifaceted identity of Kyoto, where tranquility and tradition form a perfect symbiosis. Located in the western heart of Honshu Island, the city reveals itself as a place of timeless beauty and deeply rooted cultural practices.
From meditative Zen gardens to the magnificent yamaboko floats of Gion Matsuri – the carefully curated photographs document the elegant contrast between contemplative calm and vibrant festival culture. The book masterfully captures the essence of Japanese aesthetics: the beauty of cherry blossoms, the precision of tea ceremonies, the grace of geishas, and the simple elegance of traditional wooden architecture. Special attention is given to the culinary tradition, which in its simplicity celebrates the pure quality of ingredients.
Edition Details
- Format: 25 × 33 × 3 cm
- Page count: 312 pages
- Illustrations: Over 200 selected photographs
- Binding: Premium hardcover
- Language: English
- Weight: 2.268 kg
- ISBN: 9781649803528
- Release date: December 2024
- Author: François Simon
An Artwork for Your Library
This coffee table book is more than documentation – it's a meditative journey through a city that has perfected the art of balance. With its impressive presence, "Kyoto Serenity" embodies the perfect harmony between tradition and zeitgeist. An essential collector's piece for Japan enthusiasts, culture lovers, and anyone who wishes to be inspired by Kyoto's timeless elegance.
- Number of pages: 312 pages
- Number of images: over 200
- Language: English
- Publication date: December 2024
- Dimensions: W 25 x L 33 x D 3 cm
- Hardcover
- ISBN: 9781649803528
- Weight: 2.3 kg
- Author: Francois Simon
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