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10 bestJapanese History Booksof July 2026

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1

Heart of the Brush: The Splendor of East Asian Calligraphy
Heart of the Brush: The Splendor of East Asian Calligraphy

Shambhala

9.9

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The Book of Five Rings: A Classic Text on the Japanese Way of the Sword
The Book of Five Rings: A Classic Text on the Japanese Way of the Sword

Shambhala

9.8

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3

A History of Japan: Revised Edition
A History of Japan: Revised Edition

9.7

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Japanese Yokai and Other Supernatural Beings: Authentic Paintings and Prints of 100 Ghosts, Demons, Monsters and Magicians
Japanese Yokai and Other Supernatural Beings: Authentic Paintings and Prints of 100 Ghosts, Demons, Monsters and Magicians

9.5

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Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai
Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai

Shambhala

9.4

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The Art of Haiku: Its History through Poems and Paintings by Japanese Masters

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The Art of Japanese Architecture: History / Culture / Design
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Tuttle Publishing

9.2

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An Illustrated Guide to Samurai History and Culture: From the Age of Musashi to Contemporary Pop Culture
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9.0

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Japanese Tattoos: History * Culture * Design
Japanese Tattoos: History * Culture * Design

Tuttle Publishing

8.8

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The Genius of Japanese Carpentry: Secrets of an Ancient Woodworking Craft
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8.6

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Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts
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