Synopsis
A warm, reflective look at a boy growing up in Japan — with humor, family stories, and a vivid sense of place that brings history to life. This memoir shares the author’s early years, climbing from infancy to school days, and the everyday moments that shaped a Japanese childhood.
In these pages, you’ll meet a curious boy named Sakae, his family, and the world around them—from tea fields and sea towns to the rituals and challenges of learning a new language. The storytelling blends childhood memory with cultural detail, offering glimpses of traditional life, family ties, and the small adventures that felt large to a child.
- Personal anecdotes about family life, school, and daily chores
- Scenes of traditional customs, language learning, and early education
- Moments of humor, pride, and the simple joys of boyhood
- Vivid descriptions of landscapes, gardens, and Japanese towns
Ideal for readers who enjoy memoirs with cultural texture, gentle humor, and heartfelt reminiscence. If you’re seeking a window into a bygone Japan through a child’s eyes, this edition invites you to revisit a tender, formative past.
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Japanese boys have not been introduced very much to their little American friends, and the purpose of this book is to provide an introduction by telling some of the experiences which are common to most Japanese boys of the present time, together with some account of the customs and manners belonging to their life. I can at least claim that the story is told as it could be only by one who had actually lived the life that is portrayed. I have endeavored to hold the interest of my young readers by bringing in more or less of amusement. The little girl companion is introduced to widen the interest and add somewhat more of the story element than would otherwise be present.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
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This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. This text refers to the Bibliobazaar edition.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book dives into the childhood and school life of a Japanese boy born towards the end of the 19th century, detailing his experiences of learning, making friends, and navigating the clash between old and new traditions within Japan. The author provides insightful observations on the Japanese education system of the time, including the strict discipline and rote learning methods employed. The book also explores the changing social landscape of Japan, as the country transitioned from feudalism toward modernization. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author paints a picture of daily life for a young boy, including the games, toys, and activities that occupied his time. The author's keen eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of childhood experiences makes this book a charming and nostalgic read for anyone interested in the history of Japan or the universal experiences of growing up. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331605034_0
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