A Comic Book Artist Travels Japan! In these times of limited or challenging travel, we could all benefit from an escape to another culture in book form. Audry Nicklin is a comic book artist who traveled Japan and kept an amazing journal — one you'll love to read and possibly emulate on your next trip! Although she only had ten days to see everything she had dreamed of, Audry recorded some amazing sights. Armed with her watercolors and accompanied by her husband, Connor, she explored Hiroshima and its Peace Memorial Park; the famous red-gated shrine at Miyajima; Himeji Castle; neon-lit Osaka; the ancient temples of Mount Koya, Nara, and Kyoto; and the crowded streets and leafy parks of Tokyo. The highlights of Audry's grand tour of Japan include: Encounters with wild deer while visiting the famous Miyajima red gate A visit to Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Museum Spotting geishas on the backstreets of Kyoto A visit to the Tokyo graveyard where the famed 47 Ronin are buried Tasting authentic dishes like sushi, okonomiyaki, ramen and Japanese BBQ. Tips on getting around Japan by bullet train, local train, ferry, and bus! With cute illustrations and entertaining commentary from the artist, this book will appeal to manga fans and anyone who loves Japan. And it may just be the perfect artful getaway for those who can't get away.  Here's a sneak peak:

You can preorder Audry's gorgeous book here. And if you want to enter for a chance to win a copy, plus a custom illustrated and signed bookplate, head over to our Instagram page.