japan

"Examining the lives of four great artists--Osamu Tezuka, Hayao Miyazaki, Akira Toriyama, and Hajime Isayama--this book explores the history, innovations, techniques, and themes of Japanese anime. Readers also discover how the artists overcame various obstacles including poverty, illness, self-doubt, and rejection before ultimately finding success in their field"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of 15 traditional Japanese folktales illustrated by Kotaro Chiba.

"Examines the lives, art, and drawing techniques of the top-selling manga artists who created Demon Slayer, Fullmetal Alchemist, and other manga sought after by millions of American teens"--Provided by publisher.

"The story of two soldiers--a Japanese surgeon and an American sergeant--whose lives intersected during the only World War II battle on U.S. soil. . . Paul Nobuo Tatsuguchi's journal revealed the medic's studies in America and his love for the US. It sent shock waves through American troops of the 1940s, shattering racist preconceptions and opening eyes to the common humanity of soldiers on both sides of the battle lines"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the cultural history of Japan through its diverse religious and philosophical traditions.

"Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and Adachi once again finds herself unsure of how to ask Shimamura to spend the holiday with her. What's more, she's determined to whip up the best chocolates she can to make the event truly special, but she has no clue what Shimamura likes, and she's no chocolatier. Against all odds, will her feelings get through to the girl she loves?"-- Back cover.

"Now available in English, this ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible contains 700 original knitting stitch patterns and 300 original crochet patterns that have inspired many modern Japanese knitwear designs"--OCLC.

"Plagued by a maddening anxiety, the terrible disconnect between his own concept of happiness and the joy of the rest of the world, Yozo Oba plays the clown in his dissolute life, holding up a mask for those around him as he spirals ever downward, locked arm-in-arm with death"--Provided by publisher.

"Teenager Yuma Azawa transfers to a new high school but something strange seems to have followed him there. Is it a curse? Or is he cursing those who have been putting him down?--OCLC.

"The ambitious Team-Up Missions Program pairs groups of aspiring heroes with pro heroes to go on action-packed missions! Although Izuku Midoriya and his U.A. High friends are thrilled to participate, there's just one catch--there's no telling who will be teamed up with whom! From top heroes to students from other classes and schools, anyone could be on the same team. Whether it's Deku descending into the abyss with Tokoyami or an amusement park adventure with Todoroki, Bakugo, and others, you never know what's next. Then, a bonus story about Deku and Bakugo's encounter with a villain before the events of the main series!"--Amazon.