During the 1980’S, Japan witnessed a massive growth in the interior design industry, and this boom has resulted in exciting and dramatic changes in interior design, especially that related to the hotel and food businesses. Contemporary Japanese Restaurant Design features 30 of the most interesting restaurant and bar interior designs in Japan today, via stunning photographs, floor plan drawings, and insightful descriptions. Contents: Foreword Introduction to Japanese architecture and interior design Chapter 1: Japanese Traditions Chapter 2: Japanese style (wafu) contemporary interior design - Traditional Japanese Style - New Materials and interpretations - Influence of other cultures on Japanese style Chapter 3: Dalily culinary spaces Biographies Index