Florence Sakade

Full of beautiful, unique illustrations this multicultural children's book is a collection of Japanese fairy tales and folk stories. Welcome to a fantastic world populated by lonely dragons, adventuresome boys, magical elves, and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from folklore passed down from generation to generation, the ten enchanting Japanese children's stories collected...

This is an essential study tool for students seeking to learn Japanese and dramatically improve their kanji and kana. Students have been reading and writing Japanese for centuries, and they build their knowledge most successfully when they rely on a trusted resource. Today's most trusted-and readily available-resource is A Guide to Reading and Writing Japanese. This classic, best-selling learning and reference work, trusted by beginning and intermediate...

Fold classic origami projects with this easy origami book. Origami, or paper folding has been a part of the Japanese craft tradition for over a thousand years. The creation of intricate origami paper figures through the simple process of folding is enjoyed by both adults and children, not only in Japan, but all over the world. In this book, Florence Sakade, well-known editor and designer of books on Japan, guides the reader through a wide range of...

From singing turtles and flying farmers to a weeping dragon and rice bags that replenish themselves, readers of all ages will find engaging characters and moments of magic in these beloved Japanese folk tales. The stories in this collection include: • The Magic Mortar-A tale that explains why the sea is salty • How to Fool a Cat-A funny story about a clever woodworker • The Rolling Mochi Cakes-Good food, a beautiful song and a lesson on the...