Kintaro's Adventures and Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories

by Florence Sakade and Yoshio Hayashi

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Experience the wonder and excitement that Japan's classic tales bring to storytime with this multicultural children's book. This Japanese children's book welcomes readers to a fantastic world populated by singing turtles, boys who wrestle wolves, and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from Japanese folklore passed down from generation to generation, the six enchanting stories collected in this volume have been lovingly retold for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated and full of thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and important lessons, they're sure to become future favourites. Included in this multicultural children's book are some of Japan's best-loved stories: The Rolling Rice Cakes How to Fool a Cat The Princess and the Herdboy Saburo the Eel-Catcher The Singing Turtle Kintaro's Adventures. These traditional tales, although entertaining, provide kids with a great introduction to Japan and its culture, and Kintaro's Adventures And Other Japanese Children's favourite Stories is the answer to anyone searching for traditional Japanese books for children to add to their home library.
  • ISBN13 9780804850568
  • Publish Date 30 May 2018
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 1 January 2022
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Tuttle Publishing
  • Edition Revised
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 48
  • Language English