The Big Bento Box of Unuseless Japanese Inventions

Kawakami, Kenji

ISBN 10: 0393326764 / ISBN 13: 9780393326765

Published by W. W. Norton & Company, 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Big Bento Box of Unuseless Japanese Inventions
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0393326764
• ISBN 13: 9780393326765
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

In Japan, Kawakami is famous for his tireless promotion of Chindogu: the art of the "unuseless" idea. Meant to solve problems of modern life, 200 of these bizarre and logic-defying gadgets and gizmos are featured in this humorous collection. Photos.

About the Authors

Kenji Kawakami is the inventor of the concept of Chindogu and the founder of the 10,000-member International Chindogu Society.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is a celebrity chef, television personality, journalist, food writer, and "real food" campaigner. He promotes a back-to-basics philosophy with regards to cooking.

Dan Papia is a translator. He also heads the chapter of the International Chindogu Society based in Los Angeles.