Best of
Japan

1966

The Crane Maiden


Miyoko Matsutani - 1966
    To reward the Japanese man who saved its life, a crane brings the old man and his wife a daughter, happiness, and wealth until their curiosity spoils their good fortune.

The Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji


Katsushika Hokusai - 1966
    Fuji in foreground or background: the series of 36 original prints plus 10 that Hokusai added to the series later. Introductory remarks and commentary on each print by Ichitaro Kondo in Japanese, with English translations by Charles S. Terry. Includes map of probable location from which Hokusai viewed Mt. Fuji to create each print.

The Tale of the Shining Princess


Hisako Matsubara - 1966
    

Japan's Invisible Race; Caste In Culture And Personality


George A. De Vos - 1966
    

Faces of Japan


Boyé Lafayette de Mente - 1966