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A retelling of a Japanese trickster tale in which a fox and raccoon-dog compete to be the best trickster in Japan.

A humble toymaker is rewarded for helping an injured cat in this story that explains the origin of the maneki neko, or lucky cat statues that are popular throughout Japan for spreading good fortune.

Describes the world's longest tunnel, the Seikan Railroad Tunnel in Japan, including its size, how it was built, and how it is used.

Photographs and simple text teach young readers about the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan, the world's longest bridge.

Step-by-step instructions and illustrations explain how to draw mini manga characters, using simple lines and curves.

Chronicles the adventures of Alves, an exchange student from Brazil visiting Japan.

Describes the festivals of Japan, showing how the celebrations, with their songs, foods, and activities, express the customs and beliefs of the Japanese people.

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 daily life of a twelve-year-old Japanese boy living with his family in a town near Tokyo.