The avifauna of the region includes representatives from both the Palaearctic and Oriental regions, with a wide range of Arctic, Temperate and sub-Tropical species, and quite a number of endemics. All birds recorded in the region are included making this the first single volume guide ever devoted to the eastern Asian avifauna.

A brand new, comprehensive and fully illustrated field guide to the birds of Japan, covering all 738 species and subspecies with superb color plates.