japan

A collection of photographs by U.S. Marine Joe O'Donnell that capture the people, places, and horrors he witnessed in Japanese cities after the U.S. bombing raids.

Describes the origins and growth of the company which began making transistor radios in Japan at the end of World War II and has become known for the quality of its electronics products.

Describes the life of Princess Kiko of Japan, discussing her childhood, education, marriage to Prince Aya, royal duties, and children.

When an old couple finds a baby inside a peach floating on the river, they raise him as their son, and he grows up to fight the terrible demons who have terrorized the village for years.

Instead of learning the more practical farming skills his father tries to teach him, Kiyoshi is fascinated by the dragonflies around the rice paddies, which inspire him to craft a lantern that changes his destiny.

Explains the meaning of Japanese holidays celebrated throughout the year, and describes the food, decorations, gifts, attire, and activities associated with each occasion.

An illustrated exploration of the life and work of famous Japanese artist Hokusai.

A biography of the Seattle Mariner hitting and fielding star who won the MVP and Rookie of the Year Award in 2001 and became the first successful Japanese player in the Major Leagues.

A retelling of the traditional Japanese tale describing the origins of the beckoning cat and how it came to be a symbol of good luck.

In 1860s Japan, young Norihei saves the life of a kappa, one of the mythological beings who keep the water clean, and the two become friends, but changes brought by the Industrial Revolution force the kappa to leave, only to return when Norihei needs him most. Includes historical and cultural notes.