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    A Beginner's Guide to Japan
    Pico Iyer
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    Pico Iyer's fragmented, haiku-like observations reveal Japan's beautiful contradictions. Since 2019, this unconventional cultural portrait has captivated readers with its tiny insights. "Not a guide," one reviewer noted, "but brilliant observations" that make you think deeply about a nation balancing precision with imperfection.

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