Books About Japan

Learn more about Japan and Japanese culture with picture books at the Stillwater Public Library.

Updated April 20, 2026
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My first book of Japanese words : an ABC rhyming book of Japanese language and culture
Brown, Michelle Haney
Paper Book
"Alphabet books that reinforce the beauty and importance of learning about many languages and cultures." --Booklist My First Book of Japanese Words is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young children to Japanese language and culture through everyday...
The last kappa of old Japan : a magical journey of two friends
Seki, Sunny
Paper Book
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 bilingual Japanese children's book that...
The strongest boy in the world
Souhami, Jessica
Paper Book
New in paperback. Kaito is stronger than all the other boys in his village. Because no one can beat him at wrestling, he sets off to the city to compete in the world-famous Sumo wrestling tournament. But on the way he meets a girl called Hana, who is even stronger. Hana offers to train Kaito...
Japanese and English nursery rhymes : carp streamers, falling rain and other favorite songs and rhymes
Wright, Danielle.
CD
**Creative Child Magazine Media of the Year Award Winner** "Fifteen rhymes, one per spread, celebrate the changing seasons, flora and fauna, and idyllic rural life, providing an enchanting window into a culture that cherishes its close relationship with nature...This collection...
Japanese myths, legends, and folktales : bilingual English and Japanese edition = bailingaru de yomu Nihon no muskashibanashi
Yasuda, Yuri
Paper Book
Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales: A Bilingual Journey Through Japan's Timeless Tales Embark on a captivating journey withJapanese Myths, Legends & Folktales--a beautifully illustrated bilingual collection of Japan's most beloved stories. This edition presents 12...

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