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White Tiger Tales: Insights on Living & Learning in Kyoto

White Tiger Tales: Insights on Living & Learning in Kyoto

By Sharon Meyers

$24.95 USD
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An intimate journey into the heart of Kyoto, Japan. This beautifully designed accordion-style  book blends storytelling and culinary exploration, immersing readers in the cultural, spiritual,  and gastronomic delights of this timeless city. On one side, White Tiger Tales shares 12 reflective essays inspired by the author’s three-month stay in Kyoto, studying ceramic arts under a sensei.  Through themes like the tranquility of Zen temples, the artistry of indigo dyeing, the elegance of the tea ceremony, and the joy of wandering Kyoto’s streets and markets, the author offers profound insights on life, connection, and gratitude. 

Flip the book to discover Tastes of Kyoto: Celebrating Food Culture, Flavor, & Inspiration, a collection of 12 recipes celebrating the city’s rich food culture and season ingredients. From bustling farmers markets to hidden four-set eateries, the author’s culinary adventures are highlighted in recipes refined in her small Kyoto kitchen, blending tradition with creative flair. 

Hardcover 

28 Full-color fold-out panels 

Size: 6.75 x 10.75 inches 

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Praise

Having travelled to Kyoto, I found these stories a delight. They peel away the layers to reveal hidden gems that make one appreciate the local culture at a more intimate level, including the cuisine. The two-sided accordion design of the book amplifies the sense of the author's journey and the reader's discovery. — L. Locke, Singapore

“Arigato” - a deep, reflective “thank you” - Sharon, for so thoroughly sharing your multitude of experiences derived during your three months in Kyoto - and for the twelve sumptuous, illustrated recipes to be savored in the spirit of Japanese kindness and gratitude. — Terri S. W., Evanston IL

Kyoto seems like a dream! I love the folding pages. This book opened up a hidden place in my heart. I will read it many more times. Now--to make the sweet potato snacks! — Marilyn, Kenosha WI

Wonderful book in an unusual folding format that creates two books in one: essays on one side and tastes on the other. White Tiger Tales honors the culture, history and art of Kyoto, expressed with a fresh voice and imagery. I admire how much this book captures so much of what the author discovered during her travels and surprisingly profound experience. — D.S.

Wandering through this book was like going back to Japan. Your reflections brought back memories of my impressions from my first trip back in 1966. This book is to savor, to read again and again. Thank you. — Dillard Rives

White Tiger Tales is more than a book; it is a soulful passage into the heart of Kyoto presented in a stunning novel accordion-style format, that invited me to pause, reflect, and immerse myself in the rhythms of this fascinating city … Then the flipside of the book offers a wonderful journey into the kitchen and the tastes of Kyoto. The 12 inspired recipes celebrate Kyoto’s seasonal ingredients, farmers markets, and tucked-away eateries … This book is a treasure— it speaks to anyone yearning to reconnect with the sacred in the everyday. — Dr. Sally J. Rundle, Australia

White Tiger Tales reminds me of Braiding Sweetgrass, only better. — Susan Lloyd, Illinois

"White Tiger Tales" is such an enjoyable and yet easy read. The author's internal peace really comes across, as she takes us on her beautiful journey. A great achievement. This is a book I will read over and over again. — Pauline Soh, Singapore