EXPLORE JAPAN!: Food, Traditions, Culture, Cities, Landmarks & Everyday Life - Couverture souple

ArtWorks, EVE

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798173318589

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Discover Japan beyond the famous images of Mount Fuji, cherry blossoms, sushi, and bullet trains.

EXPLORE JAPAN! is an engaging nonfiction journey created for curious young readers who want to understand the geography, culture, traditions, food, cities, history, art, nature, and everyday life of one of the world’s most fascinating countries.

From snowy Hokkaido to subtropical Okinawa, children will discover how Japan changes from region to region and why geography plays such an important role in the way people live. Clear, carefully organized sections introduce the country’s islands, mountains, seas, climate, prefectures, landscapes, and natural environments.

Young readers will travel through major cities and cultural landmarks, including Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, and Mount Fuji. Along the way, they will learn how historic temples, shrines, castles, modern neighborhoods, transport systems, parks, and public spaces all contribute to the character of Japan.

Food is explored as an important part of Japanese culture and regional identity. Readers will learn about rice, ramen, soba, udon, sushi, seafood, bento, Japanese curry, wagashi, tea, washoku, and the way seasons and local ingredients influence what people eat.

The journey continues through some of Japan’s best-known traditions and celebrations, including New Year customs, hanami and cherry blossom season, matsuri festivals, summer fireworks, Obon, traditional clothing, tea culture, and everyday customs connected with hospitality and respect.

EXPLORE JAPAN! also introduces children to Japanese history, castles, architecture, woodblock printing, crafts, washi paper, theater, music, manga, anime, design, technology, and modern creativity.

Readers will discover what everyday life can look like for children in Japan, including school, language, transport, sports, clubs, family life, cities, smaller communities, and the relationship between traditional culture and contemporary life.

Nature is also an important part of the journey. The book explores Japanese wildlife, forests, mountains, coastlines, national parks, seasonal change, environmental protection, tourism, and the importance of caring for both natural and cultural heritage.

Rather than presenting Japan through stereotypes, this book encourages children to notice regional differences, ask thoughtful questions, and understand that no single tradition or lifestyle represents every person in a country.

Inside, readers will discover:

Japan’s geography, islands, regions, and 47 prefectures
Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, and other important cities
Mount Fuji, castles, shrines, temples, and famous landmarks
Japanese food and regional specialties
Festivals, traditions, celebrations, and seasonal customs
Art, history, architecture, crafts, manga, anime, and technology
Japanese language, school, family, transport, sports, and daily life
Wildlife, national parks, seasons, and environmental protection
A quick-reference section and useful mini glossary
A carefully prepared sources and fact-checking section

With short sections, clear explanations, and a respectful approach to cultural learning, EXPLORE JAPAN! is designed to make discovering another country interesting, accessible, and memorable.

A cultural adventure for curious kids who love geography, history, travel, traditions, food, and discovering how people live around the world.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798173318589
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 72
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Printed by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg