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andlt;bandgt;With unique and playful illustrations this multicultural children's book is a classic Japanese fairy tale that young children and parents alike will love.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;iandgt;The Last Kappa of Old Japanandlt;/iandgt; is a warmly written and beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore, while teaching an important lesson about environmentalism. The story is of a young Japanese farm boy who develops a friendship with a mythical creatureand#8212; the kappaand#8212;a messenger of the god of water. The tale begins in post-Modern Japan when the boy is young and the kappa is healthy and ends when the kappa, now the last one left on Earth, keeps an important promise to his human friend. andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;A story of love, friendship, and adventure, readers of all ages will enjoy this picture book by award-winning author/illustrator, Sunny Seki.
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"This is a Japanese 'Lorax' folk tale with a cautionary message about taking care of our earth!" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;PragmaticMom.comandlt;/bandgt;
Synopsis
Kappas are mythological creatures that have been a part of Japanese folklore for centuries. They are believed to be messengers of the god of water; they often do mysterious things and like to eat cucumbers. This warmly written and beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore while teaching an important lesson about maintaining a clean environment.
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With unique and playful illustrations this multicultural children's book is a classic Japanese fairy tale that young children and parents alike will love.
The Last Kappa of Old Japan is a warmly written and beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore, while teaching an important lesson about environmentalism. The story is of a young Japanese farm boy who develops a friendship with a mythical creature-- the kappa--a messenger of the god of water. The tale begins in post-Modern Japan when the boy is young and the kappa is healthy and ends when the kappa, now the last one left on Earth, keeps an important promise to his human friend.
A story of love, friendship, and adventure, readers of all ages will enjoy this picture book by award-winning author/illustrator, Sunny Seki.
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An exciting story of friendship and environmental awareness set in traditional Japan
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Kappas are mythological creatures that have been a part of Japanese folklore for centuries. These creatures are believed to be messengers of the god of water; they often do mysterious things and love to eat cucumbers. Legends of kappas exist all over Japan.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Iandgt;The Last Kappa of Old Japanandlt;/Iandgt; tells the story of a Japanese boy, Norihei, who lived on a farm in the countryside of Japan some time ago. One day Norihei discovers a sick young kappa, Kyu-chan, and saves his life. The two become fast friends and Kyu-chan introduces Norihei to the secret wonders of the water world. Many years later, Kyu-chan is able to return Norihei's favor. This warmly written and beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore, while teaching an important lesson about maintaining a clean environment.
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Kappas are mythological creatures that have been a part of Japanese folklore for centuries. These creatures are believed to be messengers of the god of water; they often do mysterious things and love to eat cucumbers. Legends of kappas exist all over Japan.
The Last Kappa of Old Japan tells the story of a Japanese boy, Norihei, who lived on a farm in the countryside of Japan some time ago. One day Norihei discovers a sick young kappa, Kyu-chan, and saves his life. The two become fast friends and Kyu-chan introduces Norihei to the secret wonders of the water world. Many years later, Kyu-chan is able to return Norihei's favor. This warmly written and beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore, while teaching an important lesson about maintaining a clean environment.
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Sunny Sekiandlt;/bandgt; was born in Japan, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in photography. He then studied illustration at Pasadena Art Center College of Design, and operated a Southern California portrait studio for 35 years. His previous book, The Tale of the Lucky Cat, received a Nappa Honor Award and the Creative Child Magazine 2009 Preferred Choice Award. Sunny leads a Japanese poetry senryu group, and spends much time retelling and illustrating Japanese folk tales. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and nine children.