Yofu dokugaku
Tokyo: Nakagawa jiyukaka, Meiji 20 (1887).
First Edition.
Early book educating Japanese readers on Western manners. Includes instructions for salutations and for entering homes.
The text also introduces Western foods,
such as roast beef, fried chicken, and oyster soup.
The illustrations give examples of hair styles and tailoring.
No copies at OCLC. Very rare. Text in Japanese.
Octavo, 12,5x9cm. 119 pp. 67 plates. In-text illustrations. Western paperboard binding. Cloth spine repaired.
Corners are chipped. Comes with a custom made slipcase. Near fine condition.
Price (AUD): $1,050.00 other currencies