First Published in 2001. As an architect and ornamentist by profession, the author of this volume has specialist knowledge of many manufacturing processes and presents his observations on architectural edifices and Japanese art. Includes photos and commissioned drawings.

Part ONE I. Yokohama II. Yokohama continued- III. Preparation for long journey IV. Oska V The Japanese Calendar VI Temple of Kioto VII Tidings of rebellion VIII.A Shinto festival IX.A Japanese blue-book PART TWO I Religion and Architecture II Analogies and Symbols III The Lacquer Manufacturers IV The Pottery Manufacturers V The Metal Manufacturers VI On the means by which Fabrics receive Pattern VII Minor Manufacturers of Japan