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apan's World Heritage Sites presents the exquisite temples, shrines, gardens, castles and natural wonders found throughout Japan which have now been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This new edit

Fly high with realistic paper models of some of the most astonishing aircraft and spacecraft ever designed!The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum hosts seven million visitors annually—a

This multicultural children's book presents classic Korean fairy tales and other folk stories—providing a delightful look into a rich literary culture.The Korean people possess a folklore tradition as

Autoimmune diseases affect more than 50 million Americans, but a Paleo diet can help calm your immune system, reduce inflammation, and help your body heal. This companion cookbook to the groundbreakin

Used as a standard by students and teachers in learning Chinese for more than three decades, the bestselling Reading & Writing Chinese has been completely revised and updated!Reading & Writing

Japanese gardens have long been admired for their capacity to improve on nature through impeccable design, detail and composition, properties that elevate them from mere gardens to sacred spaces. Infi

Forget paper airplanes that crash and burn seconds after you throw them! Andrew Dewar's tried and true High-Performance Paper Airplanes will surpass those flimsy classroom creations, sending your plan

This is an introductory-level textbook for students wishing to begin study of the Indonesian language. The authors (both of Monash U., Australia) cover word-forms and sentence structures and a range o

本書以清楚、結構化的方式，引導初學者認識最核心的繁體中文基礎字，特別適合以英語為母語的學習者。內容精選最常使用的100個漢字，每字獨立成頁，搭配標準漢語拼音與簡明英文釋義，降低初學時的理解門檻。逐步筆順示範與方格書寫練習，幫助歐美學習者熟悉漢字的書寫邏輯與結構比例。書中並延伸相關詞語與片語，協助建立實用詞彙基礎，另附拼音、部首與英漢索引，便於查找與複習，是自學或課堂使用都相當合適的入門工具。為英語背景學習者量身設計每字一頁，清楚建立書寫與辨識基礎收錄500多個延伸詞語，強化實用性The major struggle facing all beginning Chinese language students is to learn to recognize, read and write hundreds of Chinese characters. This book adopt a structural approach that helps students overcome this initial difficulty and quickly master the basic Chinese characters fundamental to this language. Intended for beginning students, The First 100 Chinese Characters: Traditional Character Edition contains carefully selected and sequenced characters for rapid and effective learning. Each Chinese character is shown separately on a single page, along with its English definitions, hanyu pinyin romanization, alternate form, a stroke-order guide and ample writing space.Two indexes--alphabetical by the English meanings and by pinyin romanizationùare

Chinese in a Flash Volume 4 continues to provide more resources for beginning, as well as intermediate learners of Chinese who want to learn the language quickly and easily. This unique set of flashca

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

Dive under the sea with these realistic marine origami models!In Fantastic Origami Sea Creatures, Japanese origami expert Hisao Fukui shows you how to create incredibly detailed aquatic wildlife, including a giant squid, prehistoric creatures and even a massive blue whale calf!The step-by-step folding instructions and photos in this book present 20 challenging and amazingly lifelike models — from intermediate to complex in terms of their level of difficulty.The 20 projects in this book include:The Penguin — A color-change model capturing the awkward and slightly comical appearance of these flightless aquatic birdsThe Polar Bear — A menacing hunter who will hungrily stalk the edge of your desk or bookshelfThe Goldfish — This model features elegant lines and clever folding solutions — and it's difficult to overfeed, to boot!The Crocodile — A lurking hunter which is ideal for showcasing special papersThe Crab — With all of the legs to define, this model is a challenging one, but with

A new manga adaptation of Musashi's legendary BOOK OF FIVE RINGS! Miyamoto Musashi is the greatest swordsman who ever lived. He is renowned for his fighting prowess and famous for having never having been defeated. Then he mysteriously disappeared at the relatively young age of 29 to meditate and study. This book tells the fascinating story of Musashi's return from isolation as he pens his great masterpiece on military tactics, The Book of Five Rings, and begins to train a new generation of Samurai warriors. The exciting events recounted in this book include: How and why Musashi wrote The Book of Five Rings, a revolutionary work that has become the most widely-read book on swordsmanship and Samurai strategy ever writtenThe important lessons he provides including the idea of what we now call "flow" which involves endless practice, emptying your mind of thoughts, so you move intuitively without thinkingHis school for young Samurai warriors where students flock to study with the great mas

Amidst the glass-and-steel skyscrapers and luxury apartments of modern-day Seoul, traditional Korean houses known as hanok survive and play a surprisingly important role. Inside the Korean House showcases 12 very special hanok that have been selected to reflect the lifestyle of style-conscious Koreans today, in a country where traditional values are still highly respected. While the exteriors of these homes are indistinguishable from the traditional hanok of past decades, the interiors have been adapted to keep up with the times. Traditional stone, wood and clay are still the basic materials used, and the houses make full use of natural elements such as wind and sunlight based on the principles of baesanimsu--which position the hanok in harmony with the forces of nature and the geography of their sites. Each hanok in this book has a unique story that is told from the point of view of its owners, many of whom are well-known architects, designers and business leaders. This book provides

Discover Japanese history like you've never seen it before! Spanning a period of over 2,000 years, An Illustrated History of Japan: The Manga Version tells the epic tale of Japanese history from its origins to the present. The narrative of Japan's long and dramatic history is accompanied by recountings of important events depicted in classic manga style. The dramatic episodes include: The origins of Japanese society and the establishment of the Buddhist religion.The emergence of Samurai warriors and the rule of powerful Shoguns.The rise of the modern Japanese empire and its defeat in World War II.The post-war period of occupation, political reform, and economic boom.And more!With dozens of biographical portraits of important figures, detailed historical maps, and explanations of significant events, An Illustrated History of Japan: The Manga Version is sure to make a history buff out of any reader.

With Kamo's fun, simple approach, there's room for everyone at the art table. Grab a piece of paper or a digital sketchpad. In three easy steps, you can go from a squiggle to a silly Santa Claus, or from a few lines to a fluffy-maned lion. It's that simple! Kamo's only rule? Have fun! Her funny, feel-good drawings and doodles have earned her a worldwide reputation. With this all-in-one beginner's guide, her simple step-by-step instructions inspire readers to sit down and start drawing. In Kamo's world, inspiration can come from anywhere--the point is just to draw, whatever you want, however you want. More than 1000 examples to trace or make on your own--no artistic training required.Use your doodles and drawings to dress up your classroom, workspace, bedroom, or home.Customize and personalize announcements, signs, cards, invitations, newsletters for a memorable memento.Perfect for artists and doodlers of all ages and abilities and an ideal companion for home or on the go.Kamo's method

A charming guide to Japan in comic-book form! For comic-book artist Audry Nicklin, visiting Japan was the trip of a lifetime. Armed with her watercolors and accompanied by her husband, Connor, she explored Hiroshima and its Peace Memorial Park; the famous red-gated shrine at Miyajima; Himeji Castle; neon-lit Osaka; the ancient temples of Mount Koya, Nara, and Kyoto; and the crowded streets and leafy parks of Tokyo. Highlights of her trip include: Encounters with wild deer while visiting the famous Miyajima red gate.A visit to Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Museum.A visit to the Tokyo graveyard where the famed 47 Ronin are buried.Tasting a variety of authentic dishes like sushi, okonomiyaki, ramen, and Japanese BBQ.Tips on getting around Japan by bullet train, local train, ferry, and bus!With cute illustrations and entertaining commentary from the artist, this book will appeal to manga fans and anyone who loves Japan. Practical tips are included for those interested in painting on location. Th

Kids will have great fun folding their very own cute origami models--from animals and sweet treats to vehicles and flowers. All the models in this book are easy to fold using ordinary paper. The colorful paper characters and objects are adorable, and offer kids a chance to have fun away from screens while honing their fine motor skills. The versatile models look great displayed on a desk or bookshelf, but can also be used for interactive play. Kids will learn to fold the following colorful paper characters and objects: Cute Animals, like a stripe-tailed Squirrel, a Cat with Kitten (both wearing Bow Ties!) and a Lion with a maneAdorable insects, including a Ladybug, a Dragonfly and a HoneybeeTempting Snacks & Sweets, such as a Cupcake and LollipopsPlanes, Trucks, Cars and a speedy Bullet TrainFriendly Flowers including Violets, Tulips and Carnations

Amazing Origami Dinosaurs contains everything you need to fold 10 amazing origami dinosaur models twice! The colorful folding papers, clear instructions and realistic illustrations in this book bring these awesome creatures to life!This book includes 32 highly realistic tear-out folding papers along with information on your favorite dinosaurs, including:Tyrannosaurus Rex--A true monster in all its fearsome gloryVelociraptor--Clever and fast, these hunters could run up to roughly 40 mphBrontosaurus--The "thunder lizard" reached up to 72 feet in length, despite being a strict veganTriceratops--Known for its intimidating horns and bony frillPteranodon--A genus containing the largest flying reptiles, some boasting a wingspan of over 23 feetSpinosaurus--The largest of all carnivores, topping even Tyrannosaurus Rex, with a large, spiny sailStegosaurus--A heavy herbivore with distinctive bony plates rising from its back and a nasty spiked club tailAnd more!This book is recommended for those w

Take an exciting manga pop-up journey across Japan with Chico and Neko the Cat Pick up where Tokyo Pop-Up Book left off, as Chico and his mischievous cat Neko visit Japan's most famous landmarks. The

A fun and helpful resource for anyone interested in learning some Thai—whether you're 5 or 100!This picture dictionary covers the 1,500 most useful Thai words and phrases. Each word and sentence is gi

Take a trip to Vietnam without a passport in this latest addition to the globe-hopping All About series. Author Phuoc Thi Minh Tran and illustrators Thi Hop Nguyen and Dong Nguyen open a window onto a nation they know intimately in this lavish exploration of Vietnam. The nation's rich history, colorful culture and diverse ethnic groups spring to life thanks to the charming full-color drawings and striking photographs. This book starts with a brief look at the nation's history, from the ancient kings to the tumultuous war years. From there, present-day Vietnam comes vibrantly alive, as young readers: Tour the teeming streets of Hanoi to the red and white sand dunes of Mui Ne. Cross the Dragon Bridge in Da Nang at night, illuminated with 2,500 red lights, and visit the early morning fish markets of the central coastUse the recipes to make authentic dishes, for a taste of Vietnam: Mung Bean Sticky Rice and Three-Colored SaladHear popular folk tales and legends told to Vietnamese children-

Hearty and healthy recipes straight from an authentic Japanese kitchen!Soup is an integral part of the traditional Japanese meal--whether a delicate miso soup in a lacquered bowl to be sipped as you eat your rice, or a rich and flavorful broth poured over a noodle dish. In this book, Japanese culinary expert Keiko Iwasaki shares the homemade soup recipes that she makes regularly for her family and friends at home--ranging from filling one-pot meals to light and tasty accompaniments.Recipes include:Japanese-Style Oyster ChowderEgg Soup with Shrimp and Napa CabbagePork Belly Soup with VegetablesSesame Miso Soup with Beef and WatercressSummer Vegetable SoupCurried Tomato Soup with Pork MeatballsAnd many more--66 in all!All the soups in this book are made from homemade stocks that use healthy ingredients such as konbu seaweed or shiitake mushrooms, so that they are natural and additive free. The soup recipes themselves are based largely on vegetables, which are combined with seafood and me

The culmination of 25 years of research, Alex Bennett's groundbreaking English translation of Miyamoto Musashi's The Book of Five Rings reveals the true meaning of the original work. This piece of writing by famed samurai Musashi (1584-1645) is the single-most influential work on samurai swordsmanship, offering insights into samurai history, the Zen Buddhist state of "no-mind" that enables warriors to triumph and the philosophical meaning of Bushido--"the way of the warrior." Until now, English translations of The Book of Five Rings have been based on inaccurate copies of Musashi's long-lost original manuscript. Bennett's translation is the first to be based on a careful reconstruction of the original text by Japan's foremost Musashi scholar. By identifying discrepancies among the existing copies, adding missing texts and correcting over 150 incorrect characters, this source is the closest representation of Musashi's original work possible. Utilizing this new source, Bennett captures t

**2020 Gourmand Food Culture Award Winner**With these fun, easy and delicious recipes, anyone can venture into the world of bento boxes--no special tools or containers necessary!Hosts of popular NHK World cooking show Bento Expo, Marc Matsumoto and Maki Ogawa share their bento-making expertise on the pages of this stunningly photographed cookbook. As a Japanese-American, Marc is ideally placed to help Western readers add Japanese touches to their lunches with easy-to-find ingredients. As a Japanese mom of teenage boys, Maki is an expert at creating simple yet delicious bento box combinations that can be put together easily every morning. Together they have created an accessible, authentic bento cookbook that everyone will enjoy.Ultimate Bento is packed with practical techniques, step-by-step instructions, and useful tips for 85 recipes that can be mixed-and-matched for 25 nutritionally balanced bento box lunches. Each bento in this book costs under $3 per serving, so you and your famil

Japanese origami expert Hisao Fukui shows you how to create incredibly realistic paper birds and flying insects, a winged dinosaur and even an undulating Chinese dragon!The easy-to-follow folding inst

In The Ikigai Journey, authors Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles take their international bestseller Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life a step further by showing you how to find yo

**Winner 2020 Gourmand Food Culture Awards**Opening with Japan's top ten favorite comfort foods--from Deep Fried Crunchy Chicken to Japanese-Style Meat and Potato Hotpot--this cookbook is packed with authentic versions of the dishes that Japanese people eat every day.In this book you'll find all the classics you've enjoyed at restaurants and on visits to Japan--from sushi and tempura to ramen, steak and donburi rice bowls. You will also discover dishes that are immensely popular in Japan, but aren't commonly found on the menu in Japanese restaurants in the West.The 80 easy recipes in this book are aimed at beginners and have clear step-by-step photos and instructions along with a full-color photo of each dish. They include:Braised Pork BellyCurry Flavored Chicken TeriyakiJapanese OmeletteAsparagus Beef RollsYellowtail Tuna with White Miso ButterSimmered Greens with Fried TofuYoshida's detailed introduction provides essential information on basic Japanese ingredients, seasonings, implem

A collection of family-friendly, easy and inexpensive recipes used and honed over many years by Japanese mom Kanae Inoue.Real Bento is packed with the time-saving tricks that allow you to make bento box lunches each morning in just 10 minutes, using ingredients and recipes that will satisfy the whole family! The recipes are presented by flavor type and key ingredient, so it's easy for parents to find dishes their kids will love.In Real Bento, Inoue presents 200 recipes, divided into main dishes and sides for 22 completed bento boxes. The colorful photos and step-by-step instructions make this an incredibly practical and easy-to-use resource for busy households! In her recipes, Inoue places great emphasis on healthy, fresh and colorful foods that look and taste great when presented together.Her recipes include Japanese favorites and original recipes like:Teriyaki ChickenStuffed Bell PeppersGinger SalmonBroccoli and Pasta SaladBeef and Egg Stir FryInoue got hooked on bento fifteen years

Tokyo Travel Sketchbook traces the journey of illustrator and graphic designer Amaia Arrazola on a four-week trip through the beating heart of Tokyo. When Arrazola accepts a month long artist's reside

For millennia, China was the largest and richest nation on earth. Two centuries ago, however, its economy sank into a depression from which it had not fully recovered—until now. China's modern r

Decorate your desk, home, wedding or next get-together with these professional looking paper blossoms!This stunning book presents detailed instructions for eleven elegant and lifelike paper flower pro

The sweet story of being invisible and becoming seen.Ninja Boy has a secret. It's not that he's flunking out of Ninja Academy—his dad knows that. It's that Ninja Boy doesn't like skulking about

This exciting new Japanese stitch dictionary is from popular designer Yoko Hatta—the founder and driving force behind the Kazekobo Studio. Though this is her first book in English, her work already ha

For fans of Japanese manga and anime, a trip to Tokyo is an absolute must! In this captivating Tokyo travel guide, manga artist and author Evangeline Neo travels to the Japanese capital with her masco

In captivating text and illustrations, this beautiful multicultural children's book presents a collection of cherished fables, myths, legends and fairy tales from Thailand that have been passed down t

Easy Tagalog brings the Tagalog language and culture of the Philippines alive, giving you all the basics you need to start speaking Tagalog immediately.This invaluable guide introduces all the basics

At least, a book that demystifies Korean cooking—the cuisine behind a growing food trend. Aromatic, savory, piquant, and robust—everyone is talking about the intriguing flavors and textures of Korean

This illustrated dictionary presents the 1,500 key Tagalog words and sentences that speakers need to know to communicate in Tagalog. The handy format and highly visual presentation make it easy to lea

The Japanese Tea Ceremony is a detailed examination of the five-centuries-old tea ceremony—or cha-no-yu in Japanese, literally "hot water for tea"—a cornerstone of Japanese culture and a refined pract