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Sending personal notes has never been so much fun!In today's digital world of emails and texting, only one thing is more exciting than receiving a handwritten message—receiving that message in a

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

Now vegetarians can thoroughly enjoy sushi, too! American sushi expert Marisa Baggett has been working passionately for years to perfect sushi recipes that take full advantage of the freshest garden v

With this multicultural children's book, your whole family can experience the wonder and excitement that Japan's classic tales bring to story time.Welcome to a fantastic world populated by lonely drag

Presenting twenty-five master gardens, this landscape design book explores the ingenuity and range of Japanese landscaping, from the self-imposed confines of courtyard designs to the open expanses of

With classic Chinese fairytales and folk stories, Grandma Panda's China Storybook introduces children to Chinese culture in a fun, adventurous way!Grandma Panda is a wonderful teacher, a wonderful sto

Kimono Design: An Introduction to Textiles and Patterns uses hundreds of photographs and a wealth of information on colors, fabrics and embellishments to sketch a portrait of Japanese culture, art and

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

**2012 Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award Winner!**A cultural adventure for kids, All About Japan offers a journey to a new place—and ways to bring it to life! Dive into stories, play some

Everybody loves sushi. Now vegetarians can fully enjoy it too!American sushi expert Marisa Baggett has been working passionately for years to perfect sushi recipes that take full advantage of the fres

Contemporary Japanese Workbook, Volume 1 was created as a supplementary material for Contemporary Japanese: An Introductory Textbook for College Students. A workbook which is best used for reviewing a

Make flashy origami projects out of postcards, photos and other travel keepsakes with this easy origami book.In Travel Origami, author Cindy Ng shows you how to take the paper souvenirs you collect on

Discover India's age-old beauty secrets through the ancient wellness regimen known as Ayurveda.Healing therapies are clearly explained and illustrated with lovely photographs that bring to life the be

For nearly two decades, A Dictionary of Japanese Food has been helping food lovers around the world decipher the intricacies and nuances of Japanese cooking and its ingredients. Nominated for the Glen

Judy Chapman, the former Editor-in-Chief of Spa Asia magazine, spent five years exploring the spas of Thailand, Japan, the Himalayas, and the Maldives, as well as Ayurvedic centers across India and Sr

Textiles provide a visual history of a country's culture and crafting traditions in a way few other things can accomplish. In Textiles of Southeast Asia, Dr. Robyn Maxwell provides the definitive work

After her mother's death, seventeen-year-old Jet Black goes to Japan to try to protect a family treasure unaware that she is a ninja, but pursued by bounty hunters who know the secret, and in love wit

Linking over 500 activities and attractions into 25 half-day and full-day excursions, this is the first in-depth book on Jakarta that tells you exactly where to go, what to do and how to get there in

Amazing Origami is the paper craft kit folders have been looking for! Designed for all ages and for origami beginners as well as more experienced practitioners, this kit provides everything you need t

If you want to look good, perform at your peak and be in tip-top shape, you must choose smart fuel for your body, not the processed "food" found on the shelves of every supermarket. Many have turned t

No two Japanese gardens are ever the same. Each is inimitable, yet embodies commonalities of design and aesthetic taste. Each finds the space for innovation within a tradition that benefits from a tho

"Brimming with vivid illustrations and rich cultural background, Filipino Celebrations makes major festivals such as Holy Week, Independence Day, Christmas and New Year come alive, together with famil

Piper, Phoenix and Parker are not ordinary children?they are super heroes that travel the land helping other children learn about living the healthiest, most exciting, most super lives possible. They

Tokyo and Yokohama are incredibly difficult cities to navigate due to the lack of street names, main thoroughfares and addresses that don't correspond to anything! Tokyo Pocket Atlas and Transportatio

Perfect for educators or parents wishing to teach kids about different cultures, this new book in the Tuttle "All About Asia" series includes favorite games, foods, special holiday times and after-sc

Ross presents a collection of the eerie and terrifying from around Japan, dipping into the country's rich tradition of supernatural legend and tradition. This book shows readers the hidden aspects of

Ayurveda is an age-old medical system that was formulated over 5,000 years ago. Documented in the Vedas, the ancient Hindu sacred texts of India, it is a complete wellness regimen with ultimate spiri

The beloved story of Peach Boy and his unexpected birth from a giant peach is one of the most well known tales in Japan. This beautiful edition includes this classic story and eight other enchanting t

The Great Mahjong Book is a perfect resource for the beginning or experienced mahjong player. This comprehensive book covers the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipme

The best, most comprehensive book ever published on aikido

Offers detailed instructions illustrated with a treasury of photographs and helpful diagrams.

This classic text reveals the mystery of aikido, teaching you how to neutralizes aggression and renders attackers harmless without injuring them by harmonizing the vital force known as ôch'i