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Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales: A Bilingual Journey Through Japan's Timeless Tales
Embark on a captivating journey withJapanese Myths, Legends & Folktales—a beautifully illustrated bilingual collection of Japan's most beloved stories. This edition presents 12 classic tales in both English and Japanese, making it perfect for classrooms, libraries, and families looking to introduce children to Japanese culture while supporting language learning.
The classic folktales include:
The Tongue-Cut Sparrow
The Peach Boy
The Strong Boy
The Marriage of a Mouse
The Fisherman and the Tortoise
The Luminous Princess
The Kachi Kachi Mountain
The Old Men with Wens
The Old Man Who Made Trees Blossom
The One-Inch Boy
The Lucky Cauldron
The Monkey and Crab Fight
Each story, retold by author Yuri Yasuda and richly illustrated with 98 vibrant color illustrations by two of Japan's leading children's book artists, brings to life the whimsical characters and timeless wisdom of Japanese folklore. Presented in English alongside Japanese text with furigana, this collection is ideal for young Japanese language learners and cultural explorers alike.
Whether it's the magical turtle-back ride to the underwater palace of the dragon princess or the adventures of a "tea kettle" that's actually a mischievous badger, these stories are designed to spark imagination and curiosity, while fostering language skills and a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture.
