The Water Margin is one of the "Four Great Classical Novels" of Chinese literature. Based upon the story of the historical bandit Song Jiang and his companions, this epic tale of a rebellion against t
When Gecko cannot sleep because of the fireflies and Woodpecker, he complains to Raban the lion, chief of the jungle animals of Bali, but as Raban traces the complaints from animal to animal he begins
First published in 1921, The Noh Plays of Japan has been justly famous for more than three-quarters of a century and established the Noh play for the Western reader as beautiful literature. It contain
The ancient game of chess has its roots in India, where the legendary emperor Ravana used it to exercise his generals in strategy and tactics. Played by millions around the world, shogi is the uniquel
The violence of twelfth-century Japan explodes in this half-legendary, half-true story of a violent ronin who becomes a folk hero. Told with humor and irony, The Ronin ranges from the pleasantly collo
Sit down for a meal with the locals on six continents - what they eat may surprise you. Extreme Cuisine examines eating habits across the global neighborhood, showing once and for all that road kill f
In this newly revised edition of their classic work, Mason and Caiger trace the enthralling evolution of modern Japan from its early pre-history through the post-Cold War period to the collapse of th
Sun Tzu's Art of War is perhaps the best-known and most highly regarded treatise on strategy yet written. Compiled well over two thousand years ago, its principles are as applicable to the boardroom a
Winner of the prestigious Mainichi Shuppan Bunkasho prize, and the subject of an acclaimed film by Ichikawa Kon, Harp of Burma is the story of a company of Japanese soldiers who are losing a desperat
How do Asian parents prime their children for success from a young age by encouraging them to achieve academic excellence? Why do Asian kids do so well in math and science? What is the difference betw
Turn your lunch break into the perfect time to create priceless works of sushi art in this humorous book!With Smiling Sushi Roll, lunch can resemble great works of art, like Munch's "The Scream" and R
From the author who brought us Hindi in a Flash, Richard Delacy now offers his expertise in teaching Hindi with a simple and portable guide, The Tuttle Pocket Hindi Dictionary. This book is the most u
The Peace Crane Project is a multicultural children's story about the capacity for friendship in all of us, and the power that small things have to make a big difference.When Emma moves to a new town
"China is changing faster than any other nation on earth today. Written by a Chinese language teacher and a travel professional who works with students in China all the time, Studying in China is an i
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 is a complete, two-volume set of one of the greatest books on 19th century Japanese history and culture.Though Lafcadio Hearn went on to write a dozen more books on Japan, this collection of firs
This supercool kit contains the best paper airplanes you have ever seen!These 12 paper planes are easy to build—you simply pop-out the paper parts, fold where indicated, and staple them. Then the fun
**Winner of the Guardian London's Self-published Book of the Month Award**Set on the lush tropical island of Sumatra, Jalan Jalan is the story of one man's attempt to escape from himself and the memor
The China Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map of China is made to open and fold multiple times, whether i
The New Zealand Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map of New Zealand is made to open and fold multiple ti
Blogs and social media are raving about Yuki Araki—one of the most recognized names in the growing sewing-for-kids movement. The mother of two daughters, Araki has become a DIY favorite because she kn
The Vietnam Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Designed to fit easily into a purse or pocket and created using durable coated paper, this map is made
Savor the authentic flavors of dishes from every part of Asia with The Asian Kitchen—from the spicy satays of Bali to the fragrant spring rolls of Saigon and the hearty barbecued beef ribs of Seoul.In
Get ready to explore the exciting world of origami floral art like it's never been seen before!The Japanese art of ikebana, or flower arranging, is an age-old practice that honors nature and creates b
The Bali Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the en
The history of North America is in many ways encapsulated in the history of her covered bridges. The early 1800s saw a tremendous boom in the construction of these bridges, and in the years that follo
Explore the regal grandeur of Bangkok's Grand Palace, glide through the city's busy canals on a long-tail boat tour, and bask in the tropical splendor of Phuket's Mai Khao Bay. Visit a temple on holy
Tokyo: 29 Walks in the World's Most Exciting City is the only guide to the city that is exclusively a walking guide, with lively text full of facts and stories that emphasize the history, culture, arc
A Periplus Travel Map is an essential item in a visitor's travel checklist. It is packed with relevant and practical information that will allow him to enjoy his trip to the fullest. There are some lo
War is a human activity, not one that is limited by geographic location. And the principles of war are the same, regardless of place or number of participants. An army of ten thousand engaged in battl
The Living House was the first book of its kind to present a detailed picture of the house within the social and symbolic worlds of Southeast Asian peoples. A pioneering title that has become a classi
"What am I going to cook for dinner tonight?" It's a common lament for everyone, and the answer too often is something unhealthy, unappealing, or both in the form of expensive take-out. Jaden Hair co
Glimpses of Unfamiliar Japan is a bewitching look into a world that few Westerners saw in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries—a world that still endures in many ways in spite of the chan
Includes Audio CD.Get ready, get set and go! It's time to learn Tagalog, the basis of Filipino which is the national language of the Philippines. This new entry in the Tuttle for Kids Flash Cards Seri
Hot on the success of Volume 1, Arabic in a Flash Volume 2 continues to develop the language skills of the beginning students and others interested in learning Arabic. While Volume 1 has a strong focu
This haunting novel explores the complete degradation and isolation of a man by war. The book is set on the island of Leyte in the Philippines during World War II, where the Japanese army is disinteg
You will absolutely love the 101 Asian recipes in this easy-to-use cookbook! This engaging cookbook includes dozens upon dozens of full-proof Asian recipes that are quick and easy to do—all in time f
More and more women are opting to make their own clothes, but most of the books on the market emphasize girly, feminine designs. She Wears the Pants is the first Japanese sewing book (in English) to f
These days, a dollar won't get you very far, but—in the right hands—a dollar bill can become a work of art.In Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami, the world-renowned origami artist and co-founder of the
Are you confused by what your cholesterol levels really say about your health? Don't you wish someone could just spell it out in simple English and tell you what, if anything, you need to do to improv
