My Travels in Japan

Audry's words and beautiful drawings made me feel as though I was discovering Japan again for the first time. A very refreshing read-I loved it! -Hector Garcia, author of A Geek in Japan Whether visiting Japan or just an armchair traveler, this cute illustrated travel diary is sure to charm you. Aspiring artists will love the practical tips on how to create your own travel journal sketches. -Julie Blanchin Fujita, author of Tokyo Love Story. My Travels in Japan is a cure for wanderlust as well as food for the spirit. The experience of this book is at once personal and universal as creator, Audry Nicklin, invites us on a journey to explore a beautiful country's rich culture and history. She even offers tips and tricks to start your own travel journal, which can be used whether you are traveling abroad or exploring your own neighborhood. Nicklin has a special eye for nature which is imbued in her vibrant, detailed watercolor strokes. Through a mix of stunning paintings and kawaii cartoons, she provides a thoroughly engaging account of her travels filled with relatable moments in addition to exploring the fascinating cultural heritage of Japan. With so many of us stuck at home right now, unable to travel, Nicklin's My Travels in Japan is just the ticket! -Jacqueline Danziger-Russell, author of Girls and Their Comics: Finding a Female Voice in Comic Book Narrative Audry's watercolor travel journal is a delightful read covering many of Japan's key attactions. I was impressed with her detailed paintings of objects that we usually don't notice much, such as manholes in various cities with different designs. Her tools and tips at the end are also useful for anyone who wants to know how to start their own travel journal or just want to know how she did it. -Evangeline Neo, author of A Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide.