The Passenger: Japan

The Passenger: Japan, Europa Editions, £14.99
One of the first volumes in a new series, The Passenger: Japan is a collection of long-form essays, reportage and documentary photography that engagingly and intelligently illuminates contemporary Japanese culture and society. Contributions from Richard Lloyd Parry, Ian Buruma and Amanda Petrusch appear alongside original work by Japanese writers, covering everything from Shinto to sex to sumo. Beautifully produced, full of infographics and striking photography, it’s a fascinating and thought-provoking collection.