In the present volume are collected a number of Japan's most-loved children's stories, told over and over again in many versions to the never-ending delight of children, generation after generation.

    Drawn from folklore passed down from generation to generation, the ten enchanting stories collected in this Japanese children's book have been lovingly retold for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated in full color and packed with thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and valuable lessons, they're sure to become story time favorites — and serve as an introduction to Japan and its culture. Included are some of Japan's classic folktales:The Spider WeaverLittle One-InchThe Badger and the Magic FanMr. Lucky StrawWhy the Jellyfish Has No BonesThe Old Man Who Made Trees BlossomThe Crab and the MonkeyThe Ogre and the RoosterThe Rabbit Who Crossed the SeaThe Grateful StatuesReaders of any age and culture will find much to love and return to time & again in Little One-Inch And Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories.

    

    Their new home had once belonged to a Japanese war lord, and the town is full of wonderful surprises and fascinating sights.The Poates have brought with them a surprise of their own--a gift from the Mikado, the emperor of Japan. The villagers are impressed by the gift and eager to please the PoatesThere is the Feast of Dolls, where Daisy and her mother see dolls dating back three hundred years, all dressed in beautiful costumes. Fred and Ernest are fascinated by the Festival of Sons, during which every house hangs out a paper carp for each boy in the family as a symbol of his bravery and strength.There is a happy time, when a baby arrives and the new little sister, Baby-San, receives wonderful gifts from all the Poates' Japanese friends. And there are perilous times, too, when Fred and Ernest visit the cave of an "Evil Spirit," having a narrow escape from disaster, and help in a daring rescue.all these, and many more exciting events make the Poates' life in Japan one continuous adventure. When they finally leave for the United States, they carry with them a treasure of happy times they will never forget...all part of this wonderful true story which will provide a treasure of fun for every young reader.

    Never out of print, this incredibly popular book has inspired four companion volumes that we are confident will meet the same enthusiastic response.In celebration of Tuttle Publishing's long-time commitment to bringing cultural awareness to our children, following is a quote from Charles Tuttle, pulled from the 1953 edition of Japanese Children's Favorite Stories:"Parents and teachers all over the world have become increasingly aware of the need to raise their children to be citizens of the world, to become thinking adults who, while proud of their own traditions and heritage, are free of the national prejudices, rivalries, and suspicions that have caused such havoc in the past. To this end they have wanted material that would give their children a sympathetic understanding of the life and culture of other lands. This book will fill some part of this need." -----------------------------------------------------------------The beloved story of Peach Boy and his unexpected birth from a giant peach is one of the most well-known tales of Japan. This beautiful edition contains eight other enchanting stories, such as The Magic Teakettle and The Tongue-Cut Sparrow, which are sure to delight children of all ages and cultures.

    It can only be embodied, and in that form, shown to people who will not see it unless they were accustomed to seeing it there anyway. This title tells the story of two men, a woman, a dog, and a handful of snails. It is concerned with various aspects of the religious experience.