Region: Japan

Materials from Japan

Drawing from Memory

By Book Importer | Published: January 18, 2012

Caldecott Medalist Allen Say presents a stunning graphic novel chronicling his journey as an artist during WWII, when he apprenticed under Noro Shinpei, Japan’s premier cartoonist DRAWING FROM MEMORY is Allen Say’s own story of his path to becoming the renowned artist he is today. Shunned by his father, who didn’t understand his son’s artistic [...]

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Shaolin Tiger

By Book Importer | Published: December 12, 2011

The unlikely heroes of the Cockroach Ryu face their greatest danger yet — a warrior seeking revenge against his former teacher, Sensei Ki-Yaga.The White Tiger Temple is under threat. To help the Shaolin monks, Sensei KiYaga and the whole gang of samurai kids— from Niya Moto, the boy with one leg to Taji, the boy [...]

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The Waking: Spirits of the Noh

By Book Importer | Published: December 12, 2011

Kara Foster is finally starting to fit in at her boarding school in Japan—after all, nothing bonds you with your classmates like having an ancient demon put a curse on you. Hoping life can go back to normal now that the demon has been put to rest, Kara joins her friends Sakura and Miho in [...]

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Ghosts in the Fog

By Book Importer | Published: December 5, 2011

Few know the story of the Japanese invasion of Alaska during World War II–until now.GHOSTS IN THE FOG is the first narrative nonfiction book for young adults to tell the riveting story of how the Japanese invaded and occupied the Aleutian Islands in Alaska during World War II. This fascinating little-known piece of American history [...]

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Let’s Count To 100!

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

Let’s Count to 100! comprises 11 bright panoramas, each featuring a delightful assortment of 100 different objects. Readers are invited to count the items and are also challenged to find specific details, such as a mouse with a red bow or a lone rabbit amid a giant flock of sheep. This book is packed with [...]

Other Descriptors: Asia, Concept Book, Early Years (ages 2-6), Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Kokeshi Kimonos

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

Inspired by traditional Japanese dolls, this book introduces readers to the Kokeshis’ kimonos and hair-dos as well as Japanese culture. This book contains die-cut pages, flaps and gatefolds.

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Where is Strawberry Princess Moshi?

By Book Importer | Published: August 15, 2011

This is a search-and-find game book all about Strawberry Moshi and her friends. Strawberry Moshi wants to go to the ball, but she needs to find the right costume to dress up as Strawberry Princess Moshi. Kids will love helping her look for the proper clothes, get to the ball, and locate her Prince Moshi, [...]

Other Descriptors: Asia, Early Years (ages 2-6), Primary (ages 6-9), Riddles/Puzzles » Themes: , » Leave a comment

Where Is Strawberry Mermaid Moshi?

By Book Importer | Published: August 15, 2011

For children who love to search and find and adore that cute Japanese kawaii style here comes another pair of fun activity books about Moshi Town. Strawberry Mermaid Moshi has been invited to a magical wedding under the sea. Children are invited to join her on an underwater adventure with her friends, but are their [...]

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Heart of a Samurai

By Book Importer | Published: August 15, 2011

In 1841, rescued by an American whaler after a terrible shipwreck leaves him and his four companions castaways on a remote island, fourteen-year-old Manjiro, who dreams of becoming a samurai, learns new laws and customs as he becomes the first Japanese person to set foot in the United States.

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Perfect Crane

By Book Importer | Published: July 6, 2011

A lonely Japanese magician gains friends through the paper crane that he brings to life but then must set free.

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