children's poetry, japanese

Celebrates everyday things in poems which demonstrate the haiku and lantern forms.

Traditional Japanese verses depicting the natural world and the many tiny moments that make childhood special, such as blowing bubbles, escaping the rain, rolling an acorn, and flying a kite. Presented in Japanese script, Japanese romanized form, and English.

A collection of poems for children written by Japanese poet Michio Mado; includes the original Japanese version and the English translation.

A illustrated collection of poetry written by Japanese elementary school children that provides a portrait of an often mysterious and elusive culture.

A collection of Japanese nature poems organized according to the seasons, illustrated with paintings corresponding to the themes of the poems.

A collection of Japanese nature poems organized according to the seasons, illustrated with paintings corresponding to the themes of the poems.