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The 15 classic essays collected in Kokoro examine the inner spiritual life of Japan.The title itself can be translated as "heart," "spirit" or "inner meaning," and that's exactly what this collection

Long considered a masterpiece of the eerie and fantastic, Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio is a collection of supernatural-themed tales compiled from ancient Chinese folk stories by Songling Pu in

Create over 30 cute, felted friends with this easy-to-use needle felting book.There's something for everyone in this book and all the projects are easy to make. Even experienced felters can pick up ti

This origami art book features the work of 25 contemporary master folders who are among the most innovative origami artists working today.They are pushing the boundaries of origami vigorously in new d

"If war can be reduced to a competition over money—and control over the land, people, and the resources that produce it—then it should be possible to pay in advance to prevent it." Author Shepherd Ive

Featuring stunning Asian designs and high quality paper, this adult coloring book is the perfect stress-reliever for fans of Asian art motifs.Artistry is in the details and A Touch of Asia Coloring Bo

Essential Korean Phrasebook & Dictionary teaches you the practical phrases and expressions needed for common, everyday interactions in Korea in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable. K

With vivid photography, and insightful commentary, this travel pictorial shines a light on the Buddhist art and architecture of Borobudur.The glorious ninth–century Buddhist stupa of Borobudur—the lar

Lavish photography and groundbreaking new texts unlock the magic of the island cultures of Indonesia, Malaysia, and East Timor through examples of textiles, sculpture, and metalwork from this prestigi

Reinforce your written Chinese with this practice book for the best-selling Tuttle Learning Chinese Characters.Learning Mandarin Chinese Characters helps students quickly learn the basic Chinese chara

Filled with gorgeous photographs, this book explains the theory, history, and intricacies of Japanese gardening.The creation of a Japanese garden combines respect for nature with adherence to simple p

Learn authentic and delicious recipes with this beautifully illustrated Filipino cookbook.This delightful collection of 85 tried and tested recipes from the Philippines showcases the full range of aut

This is an ideal dictionary for students of the Chinese language.The Beginner's Chinese Dictionary is specifically designed for learners of Chinese. It covers the 2,500 basic vocabulary items, includi

This family-friendly Philippines children's book is packed with fun facts about Filipino culture, history, and daily life!All About the Philippines takes you on an incredible journey across the colorf

The best origami kit for beginners—make simple and fun paper craft projects—everything you need is included in the box!This essential guide clearly explains the folding directions and shows you how to

Essential Japanese Phrase Book & Dictionary teaches you the practical phrases and expressions needed for common, everyday interactions in Japan in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable. Key features of this Japanese phrasebook and dictionary include:Over 2,000 practical sentencesA practical English-Japanese dictionaryEssential expressions used for meeting people, starting conversations, and asking and replying to simple questionsManga illustrations to illustrate key phrases and situationsA pronunciation guide and Japanese grammar notes explain the basic sounds and sentence patterns of the Japanese languageJapan travel tips, cultural notes and much more!All Japanese words and phrases are in Romanized form as well as the Japanese script. Basic grammar and pronunciation notes get you speaking right away, and tips on culture and etiquette allow you to interact with Japanese without making serious blunders. Whether you're a novice or have some experience with the languag

This massive origami pack contains 300 high-quality origami papers printed with elegant Japanese designs and patterns.These striking patterns were chosen to enhance the creative work of origami artist

Learn all about Vietnamese cuisine as well as over 80 authentic recipes with this beautifully illustrated Vietnamese cookbook.Vietnamese food is fast emerging as one of the most popular of all Asian c

This practical Tagalog phrasebook puts all the most important Tagalog words and phrases in the palm of your hand. It includes tips for handling situations you'll encounter on a daily basis in the Phil

**Winner of the Carlos Palance Memorial Award for Literature** This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents an entertaining story from the Philippines in both English and Tagalog

It's amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication!Do you want to speak simple Tagalog but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting the Philippines for a short time and want a

The Japanese sword has long been appreciated both as a weapon and as an object of art. Only in Japanese culture has the sword been developed to such a level of technological excellence and spiritual i

Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that's been revered in China for centuries. A wonderfully creative tool, The Art of Chinese Brush Painting is a

Apply the combat science of Bruce Lee's revolutionary martial art!In a natural progression from the author's earlier work: The Straight Lead: The Core of Bruce Lee's Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do, Teri Tom tak

"The greatest novel of physical love which China has produced." —Pearl S. BuckA saga of ruthless ambition, murder, and lust, The Golden Lotus (Jin Ping Mei) has been called the fifth Great Classical N

"The greatest novel of physical love which China has produced." —Pearl S. BuckA saga of ruthless ambition, murder, and lust, The Golden Lotus (Jin Ping Mei) has been called the fifth Great Classical N

This calendar–like practice pad allows you to effectively practice Chinese characters and learn a year's wroth of characters in just minutes a day.Although more people are studying the Chinese languag

Fold decorative origami objects out of cloth with this easy-to-use origami book.Fabrigami is the Asian art of folding fabrics to create three-dimensional objects ranging from the practical to the whim

This book is intended to help you easily determine your Japanese name and learn the most suitable way to write it with Japanese Kanji.Japan more than most countries, places an emphasis on harmoniously

All About Thailand is a new Thai book for kids ages 8 to 12 which brings you on an incredible journey to exotic Thailand.Thailand is a place where a modern culture thrives in one of the world's most a

This is a book that Bruce Lee began writing in 1964 on the topic of Gung Fu (Kung Fu), but never completed.Lee's writing reveals his thoughtful analysis of the tapestry of Chinese martial arts, offeri

Journey Through the Philippines is the ultimate Philippines travel pictorial for exploring Asia's second largest archipelago, home to some of the world's most beautiful natural landscapes.Often overlo

Letters of the Dragon: Correspondence, 1958-1973 is a fascinating glimpse of the private Bruce Lee behind the public image—a man with the patience and concern to dedicate as much effort to crafting a

A behind-the-scenes look at the life of the most extraordinary martial artist of all time—Bruce Lee.Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon is a photographic catalog of all facets of this

Zen Masters of Japan is the second book in a series that traces Zen's profoundly historic journey as it spread eastward from China and Japan, toward the United States. Following Zen Masters of China,

Modular origami is the latest craze in paper folding!These three-dimensional models are created from a number of small pieces of paper that are easily folded and then cleverly fit together to form a s

This multicultural children's book contains both English and Japanese script along with beautiful, colorful illustrations.Circus Day in Japan is the warmly-illustrated story of an exciting day spent b

This massive origami pack contains 300 high-quality origami sheets printed with elegant Japanese kimono designs and patterns.These striking patterns were chosen to enhance the creative work of origami

Learn the secrets of the spiritual warriorSurvival in life, whether it's combat or everyday living, demands that you press every advantage—and what could be better than knowing what an aggressor will

Unlock the secrets of the legendary weapons of the samuraiWhile the samurai is well known as the military nobility of medieval Japan, their range of weapons, which went far beyond the katana, bow, and