The Star Festival
The Star Festival

Author: Moni Ritchie Hadley

Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company

Published: 2021-04-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 080757600X

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2021 Freeman Book Awards Honorable Mention - Children's Literature The Best Children's Books of the Year 2022, Bank Street College STARRED REVIEW! "Hadley has created a remarkable debut that flows elegantly, interweaving the two tales in a way that is readable and fun...An exquisite choice for all collections."—School Library Journal starred review A multigenerational retelling of a Japanese legend. Tanabata Matsuri, the Star Festival, celebrates a popular folktale: The Emperor of the Heavens separates his daughter, Orihime, from her love, Hikoboshi, all year—but on this day the two stars finally reunite on a bridge across the Milky Way. For Keiko, her mama, and her grandmother, Tanabata is about making tanzaku wishes, taking in the colorful decorations, and eating delicious food like nagashi somen and shaved ice. But when Obasaan gets lost in the crowd, Keiko and Mama must make their own bridge to find her again—and see if their tanzaku comes true.

Lantern Festival
Lantern Festival

Author: Rebecca Pettiford

Publisher: Bullfrog Books

Published: 2019-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781620315330

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In Lantern Festival, early readers will learn about this Asian festival and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique celebration.A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of the Lantern Festival, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Lantern Festival online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Lantern Festival also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.Lantern Festival is part of Jump!'s Festivals series.

Japan
Japan

Author: C. W. Nikoru

Publisher: Kodansha International

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 9784770020888

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Original photographs and insightful commentary introduce Japan's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. These classic images only hint at the story of the seasons in Japan. Nature is not just admired; it is incorporated into every aspect of life, from festivals and the fine arts to the design of homes and the arrangement of seasonal delicacies at the table. The splendors of the landscape have shaped the ancient culture and ongoing traditions of modern Japan. Here, gathered in one opulent volume, are more than two hundred and fifty full-color photographs carefully culled

Japan
Japan

Author: Lucien Ellington

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2009-07-14

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 1598841637

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This introduction to life and culture in Japan presents a captivating portrait of the island nation, home to 127 million people and one of the most robust economies in the world. This volume focuses on an often misunderstood nation with vast economic and cultural influence in the United States and around the world. It combines thoroughly up-to-date coverage of Japan's history, geography, politics, economics, and society, with a range of helpful reference tools. Delving deeper than typical reference books, Asia in Focus: Japan is the ideal authoritative introduction to Japanese life for students, businesspeople, travelers, and other interested readers. The volume offers a contemporary look at the Japanese economy, extensive cultural coverage, and a rich collection of photographs. This resource also dispels long-running stereotypes and misconceptions to show Japan's surprising diversity and creativity.

Billboard
Billboard

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1963-03-09

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13:

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In its 114th year, Billboard remains the world's premier weekly music publication and a diverse digital, events, brand, content and data licensing platform. Billboard publishes the most trusted charts and offers unrivaled reporting about the latest music, video, gaming, media, digital and mobile entertainment issues and trends.

A Cultural History of Fairy Tales in the Age of the Marvelous
A Cultural History of Fairy Tales in the Age of the Marvelous

Author: Suzanne Magnanini

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2021-07-15

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1350287520

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How have fairy tales from around the world changed over the centuries? What do they tell us about different cultures and societies? Drawing on the contributions of scholars working on Italian, French, English, Ottoman Turkish, and Japanese tale traditions, this book underscores the striking mobility and malleability of fairy tales written in the years 1450 to 1650. The essays examine how early modern scientific theories, debates on the efficacy of witchcraft, conceptions of race and gender, religious beliefs, the aesthetics of landscape, and censorial practices all shaped the representations of magic and marvels in the tales of this period. Tracing the fairy tale's swift movement across linguistic and geographic borders, through verse and prose versions, from the printed page to the early modern stage, this volume demonstrates the ways in which these fantastic literary texts explored the ideological borders constructed by different societies. An essential resource for researchers, scholars and students of literature, history and cultural studies, contributors explore themes including: forms of the marvelous, adaption, gender and sexuality, humans and non-humans, monsters and the monstrous, space, socialization, and power.

Introduction to Japan
Introduction to Japan

Author: Gilad James, PhD

Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School

Published:

Total Pages: 47

ISBN-13: 5770986468

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Japan is an island nation located in East Asia, comprising a group of approximately 6,852 islands. Honshu, which is the largest and most populous island in Japan, is home to the capital city, Tokyo. Japan has a rich cultural heritage that dates back thousands of years, with unique customs, practices, and traditions that continue to be celebrated today. Japanese society is known for its emphasis on respect for authority, politeness, and harmony. In terms of economy, Japan is one of the world's most advanced societies and a major economic power. It is known for its technologically advanced manufacturing and service industries, as well as its world-renowned brands like Toyota, Sony, and Nintendo. The country has made significant advancements in innovation, science, and technology, including the development of robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence. Despite its impressive growth and economic achievements, Japan continues to face challenges such as an aging population and low birth rates.

Science
Science

Author:

Publisher: R.I.C. Publications

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1741269695

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"Early themes - science is one of a new series of teacher resource books designed to support teachers as they impart knowledge about commonly-taught themes in early childhood classrooms. The books contain a variety of ideas for using the themes to assist teachers as they convey early skills and concepts using cross-curricular activities in learning centres or whole-class activities." --p. iii.

Ginza Go, Papa-san
Ginza Go, Papa-san

Author: Allan R. Bosworth

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2008-04-15

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1462913245

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Ginza Go, Papa-san grew out of a witty essay in the Saturday Evening Post. Through his wit, humor, and love of people, Allan R. Bosworth has captured a quality of profound understanding seldom found in the more learned and academic works on the Japanese. A deep and abiding affection for the people of Japan has neither dulled his keen wit nor affected his objectivity. In Gina Go, Papa-san he has succeeded in achieving a delicate balance between humor and understanding that makes light, informative, and poignant reading.