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Luminous
illustrations and haiku descriptions reveal the elements of a Japanese
garden – pagodas, carved temple dogs, birds and bonsai, lotus
flowers and koi, stone lanterns to light the way. (Picture book)
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Delightful
collection of Japanese tales – Momotaro the peach boy, long-nosed
goblins, the magic teakettle, Mr. Lucky Straw, toothpick warriors,
Little One-Inch and the green devil. Twenty enchanting stories illustrated in a charming folk art style. (Chapter book)
Also, More Japanese Children's Favorite Stories
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The classic that inspired beloved Miyazaki animated film, Kiki, a 13 year old witch, flies off to a seaside town to help the townspeople. "Get ready, as Kiki is prepared to fly from Japan and deliver her story to you." In a new translation, story is absolutely magical! (Chapter book)
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The
magic tree house drops Jack and Annie into Japan centuries ago,
where they meet up with a ninja master who shows them that the secret
of the warrior isn't necessarily a sword. (Easy reader)
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Read about ninja disguises, techniques for breaking into castles, weapons and equipment, samurai training, armor and battles, skills of fighting with swords, archery and riding on horseback, sword making, profiles of famous samurai (including a woman warrior). (Chapter book)
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Taro's
just a boy when his father, a samurai, is killed in battle.
Taro's life is spared, but he works his way up from kitchen helper,
stable boy, messenger, military aide to become a trusted retainer
to Lord Akiyama. Wars and adventure in 16th century Japan.
(Chapter book)
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A year of Japanese festivals – traditions, activities, and special foods for Japanese New Year, Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival), Cherry Blossom parties, Kodomo-no-hi (Children’s Day), Star Festival, O-Bon (Festival of Souls), and more. Colorful, fun illustrations. (Picture book)
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Follow
each step of the Japanese tea ceremony, where tea is enjoyed in
a simple, beautiful setting. Appreciating the waiting area and tea
room, preparing the tea bowl and making tea, plus history of the
tea ceremony. (Chapter book, illustrations)
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Lovely
introduction to the haiku poetry of Basho, interspersed with his
walking trip around Japan. (Picture book)
After Grass Sandals, keep on going. Read out-loud the full version
of Basho's poems and travels, The
Narrow Road to the Deep North.
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Hokusai is one of Japan's most celebrated artists. He created paintings, woodblock prints and books about how to draw people and animals. Hokusai made over 100 ukiyo-e prints of Mount Fuji. His most famous print is an image of a great wave curling high in the air. (Picture book)
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Japan (Our World)
Emily Satoko Seo, Aunyarat Watanabe
Spend the day in Japan. Ohayo - Good morning, for breakfast eat soup and rice. Walk through gardens, cherry blossoms on a spring day, go to market for fresh food, time for snacks with sweet red bean paste. At the end of the day, have a bath and get ready for bed, it's time to say good night – Oyasumi. Lots of fun details, charming illustrations. (Board book)
Also, easy reader: Welcome to Japan
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Travel to Japan with Dan (a 5th grader) to stay with a Japanese family. A delightful story of salad, pickles and soup for breakfast, visiting a ninja village, learning different ways to bow, micro sushi, martial arts, Glico Man, playing karuta, pounding mochi, and plans to come back soon. (Illustrated chapter book)
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Find out about the people and culture of Japan – history, food, life in a Japanese home, yearly festivals and holidays, religion, school, sports and martial arts. (Picture book)
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