--- product_id: 34564410 title: "Diary of a Tokyo Teen: A Japanese-American Girl Travels to the Land of Trendy Fashion, High-Tech Toilets and Maid Cafes" price: "VT4260" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/34564410-diary-of-a-tokyo-teen-a-japanese-american-girl-travels store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Diary of a Tokyo Teen: A Japanese-American Girl Travels to the Land of Trendy Fashion, High-Tech Toilets and Maid Cafes **Price:** VT4260 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Diary of a Tokyo Teen: A Japanese-American Girl Travels to the Land of Trendy Fashion, High-Tech Toilets and Maid Cafes - **How much does it cost?** VT4260 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/34564410-diary-of-a-tokyo-teen-a-japanese-american-girl-travels) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: Diary of a Tokyo Teen: A Japanese-American Girl Travels to the Land of Trendy Fashion, High-Tech Toilets and Maid Cafes: 9784805313961: Inzer, Christine Mari: Books Review: A very particular view of Japan, but a good laugh - I have mentioned in other reviews how much I like the recent books on Japanese culture written from a personal point of view. Tuttle has a bunch of them out now, from food to walks through Tokyo to scenes from a tiny island town. So far, I have liked them all, and this one is no exception. If anything, this one may be a bit too specific a take. It's Japan seen through the eyes of a Japanese-American girl staying with her relatives. That's not a situation anyone can replicate, but I like to think the specific gives us insights into the universal. I teach Japanese in a Middle school in Oklahoma, and I like to keep a few books Luke this out for the kids to browse through or check out and take home. Several of the students have enjoyed this one, so for me it's worth the money right there. One important aspect of this book is that it's written from a girl's point of view. Too many of the "expat in Japan" books are written by men, and that fact alone can reinforce stereotypes. That has a snowball effect, and girls can lose interest in Japan as they learn about sexism in the country. A woman's reflection of her experience as a girl in Japan can add a little depth and nuance to an outsider's understanding. For example, when the author describes a cute boy on the subway, it reminds the reader that attraction is a two-way street, a point that maybe boys need to be reminded of more than girls do. Anyway, a book about Japan where the girl has agency is a welcome addition to my collection. In middle school, girls are just as interested in Japanese as boys. When I used to teach college, the ratio was about 3 to 1 boys. Books like this might help fight that attrition. Mainly it's just a fun look at Tokyo life as seen by a semi-outsider. Review: A very fun read. Very relatable - A very fun read. Very relatable. Funny. Light. Bright. Wise and entertaining. I hope you are working on your next book. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #223,805 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #25 in Teen & Young Adult Biography Comics #137 in General Japan Travel Guides #637 in Popular Culture in Social Sciences | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 316 Reviews | ## Images ![Diary of a Tokyo Teen: A Japanese-American Girl Travels to the Land of Trendy Fashion, High-Tech Toilets and Maid Cafes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rmXqMc8iL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very particular view of Japan, but a good laugh *by T***M on January 1, 2023* I have mentioned in other reviews how much I like the recent books on Japanese culture written from a personal point of view. Tuttle has a bunch of them out now, from food to walks through Tokyo to scenes from a tiny island town. So far, I have liked them all, and this one is no exception. If anything, this one may be a bit too specific a take. It's Japan seen through the eyes of a Japanese-American girl staying with her relatives. That's not a situation anyone can replicate, but I like to think the specific gives us insights into the universal. I teach Japanese in a Middle school in Oklahoma, and I like to keep a few books Luke this out for the kids to browse through or check out and take home. Several of the students have enjoyed this one, so for me it's worth the money right there. One important aspect of this book is that it's written from a girl's point of view. Too many of the "expat in Japan" books are written by men, and that fact alone can reinforce stereotypes. That has a snowball effect, and girls can lose interest in Japan as they learn about sexism in the country. A woman's reflection of her experience as a girl in Japan can add a little depth and nuance to an outsider's understanding. For example, when the author describes a cute boy on the subway, it reminds the reader that attraction is a two-way street, a point that maybe boys need to be reminded of more than girls do. Anyway, a book about Japan where the girl has agency is a welcome addition to my collection. In middle school, girls are just as interested in Japanese as boys. When I used to teach college, the ratio was about 3 to 1 boys. Books like this might help fight that attrition. Mainly it's just a fun look at Tokyo life as seen by a semi-outsider. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very fun read. Very relatable *by V***P on November 1, 2016* A very fun read. Very relatable. Funny. Light. Bright. Wise and entertaining. I hope you are working on your next book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it!!! *by W***0 on December 15, 2016* This is a fun book!! I am planning on moving to Japan soon, and this is a great book to get for a new perspective. It shows Japan from the view of an American teenage girl, which is really nice, because most books are written from the pov of someone older (and someone less focused on the fun part of Japan, the culture shock for a teen girl). It's not a guidebook, but it is a great read. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/34564410-diary-of-a-tokyo-teen-a-japanese-american-girl-travels](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/34564410-diary-of-a-tokyo-teen-a-japanese-american-girl-travels) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-12*