Wrong About Japan by Peter Carey

Travel – Book

 

Novel Details

Author: Peter Carey

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf

Number of pages: 158

Year of publication: 2004

Novel Characteristics

Published after 2000

Brief Response

The story of a father and son and their quest to learn about “The Real Japan”. Not temples, history or art, but manga, anime, and the people involved. This ill-prepared father and son duo traverse around Tokyo, meeting prominent individuals within the manga culture. Carey’s lack of knowledge on etiquette, location safety, and failure to plan a way to communicate was infuriating. However, at least he often acknowledged his missteps and inserted the corrections that those he met on his travels put upon him. Recommended for fans of manga and its influences and background; not for those who think it is about travel in Japan.