1900s

Japanese books

Koguma-chan no Doro-Asobi

Koguma-chan no Doroasobi (Koguma-chan's Doroasobi)" is a story of dorokko play and friendship by Ken Wakayama. With colorful, simple illustrations and rhythmical text, the story of Shirokuma-chan and Kenkakatsumo making up is one that children can easily relate to and is ideal for reading to parents and children.
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Gacha Gacha Don Don

"Gacha Gacha Don Don" is a picture book that expresses sounds in colors and shapes. It stimulates children's sense of sight and hearing, and nurtures their creativity and sensitivity through fun activities to perceive the rhythm and intensity of sound. It is also ideal for reading with parents and children.
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Shirokuma-chan Pankaini

"Shirokuma-chan Pankaini" is a picture book about the adventures of Shirokuma-chan and her mother choosing bread during a fun shopping trip. Children will learn about the joys of small everyday discoveries and choices. This is a perfect book for parents and children to read together.
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Kudamono

"Kudamono" is a picture book that vividly depicts familiar fruits to children, from whole fruit to easy-to-eat shapes. Each turn of the page brings new discoveries, and parents and children can deepen their understanding of and interest in food and nature while reading the book together.
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Koguma-chan Arigato

"Koguma-chan, Arigato" (Koguma-chan,Thank you) is a heartwarming picture book in which a little koguma learns the meaning of the word "thank you" in her daily life. This is a wonderful story that can be enjoyed by both children and adults, deepening the love and appreciation of the family. It is also ideal for reading aloud to children.
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Koguma-chan Oyasumi

"Koguma-chan Oyasumi" (Koguma-chan Good Night) is a picture book depicting a heartwarming moment that Koguma spends with his father and mother before going to bed at night. It conveys the importance of this precious time with family: changing into pajamas, brushing teeth, and having a picture book read to them.
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Koguma-chan Ohayo

"Koguma-chan Ohayo" (Koguma-chan, Good morning) is a heartwarming picture book by Ken Wakayama. Depicting the beginning to the end of a day for Koguma-chan, the book conveys to children the importance of daily habits and the joy of developing a spirit of independence. From washing his face in the morning to going to bed at night
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Shirokuma-chan no Hottokeki

"Shirokuma-chan no Hottokeki" (Shirokuma-chan's Pancake) depicts Shirokuma-chan's pancake-making process. Through the process of cracking eggs, adding milk, mixing batter and baking, children learn the joy of cooking and the importance of spending time with friends.
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Sayonara Sankaku

"Sayonara Sankaku" (Good-bye triangle) is a picture book that leads children to see the shapes around them with new eyes. Through word play, children will develop their imagination and powers of observation, and embark on a journey to discover the beauty hidden in everyday life. This is a perfect book for parents and children to enjoy together.
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Otô-san Asobo

Otô-san Asobo" (Let's Play, Dad) is a picture book depicting a loving playtime between a bear and his father. Through a story that evokes the strong bond between parent and child, this book allows both children and adults to share a heartwarming experience. Every time you read this book, you will be reminded of the importance of family.