Softcover book of twelve full-size tear-out sheets of gift wrap.

Japanese Gift Wrap: Textile Designs

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Kodansha International

Crafts & Hobbies

Kodansha Amer Inc

Densho origami is based on figures from Japanese folklore, handed down from generation to generation for over a hundred years. These densho origami figures are all quite simple to make, but beautiful and balanced, and are considered an expression of Japan's heart, soul, wisdom, and culture. Densho Origami introduces thirty-five of the most classic, beloved origami figures -- the crane, the samurai helmet, the ninja star, the goldfish, etc. The instructions are extremely easy to follow and rely on over 500 3-D, computer-generated diagrams which guide the reader through each step. With its clean design, careful instructions, and highly-detailed diagrams, Densho Origami is the perfect first book for both children and adults who want to explore this charming, creative, and rewarding art. It's also an ideal way for adults to share origami with children, continuing the long tradition of passing on to the next generation, a love and appreciation for what's come before.

Densho Origami: Traditional Japanese Figures for Everyone

Teen & Young Adult

Whether full-time students, business people, or casual readers, all have felt the need for a compact, up-to-date, practical kanji dictionary. Something that would fit into a shoulder bag or briefcase, could be taken to class, or would sit unobtrusively on a desktop. Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary is precisely that dictionary, designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern man and woman. It includes all of the 1,945 Joyo Kanji, the core kanji recommended by the Japanese Ministry of Education for use in Japanese newspapers and magazines. Knowing these kanji, the student can recognize virtually every Chinese character appearing in the daily press. And that is not all. This dictionary also features some 18,000 kanji compounds, both those with Chinese readings (on-yomi) and those with Japanese readings (kun-yomi). These compounds have been carefully selected for practicality, usefulness, and timeliness. The living language has received exclusive priority, including such words as "favoritism," and "statute of limitations." For those interested in securities, stocks and bonds, and the diverse terminology of the business world, related terms and jargon are clearly marked for easy reference. Simply open the book and look for the Yen sign. There you will find "current price," "aggregate market value," "issue at market price," and a great deal more. For those who want to write kanji, the stroke order of each and every character has been duly noted. But more important, the Essential Kanji Dictionary does its utmost to help the reader locate the needed character. Aside from the traditional radical chart on the back endpaper, there are three invaluable indices as well. The first is by the reading of the kanji, either Japanese (kun) or Chinese (on). The second is by radical, but not by traditional radical alone. Also included are variants and near-misses, directing the reader precisely to the right page. The third is by stroke number — if all else fails, count the strokes and track the character down. With a copy of Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary close at hand — with its definitions, stroke order, Chinese compounds, Japanese compounds, business terminology, and three helpful indices — the life of the typical student of Japanese should take a decided turn for the better. FEATURES • 1,945 Essential (Joyo) Kanji • 18,000 Common Compounds • 2,000 Practical Business Terms • Three Indices for Finding Kanji • Compact for Handy Reference • Functional, Up-to-Date, Timely

Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary

Reference

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Turn a single sheet of colored paper into an animal, a hat, a boat, or even a camera! The three-dimensional drawings and simple instructions are easy for beginners to follow. The designs range from traditional Japanese origami to novel ones that can be manipulated and moved, giving everyone — from kids to grandparents — hours of pleasure and fun. INTRODUCTION The craft of paper folding in Japan has been passed down from mother to child for generations, right up until the present day. Origami thus embodies skills that have been developed through play and enjoyment over the ages. Traditional designs, such as the popular crane — with their finely balanced artistry and beauty — may be said to represent the living shapes of Japan. Today this art has spread all over the world, attracting enthusiasts in dozens of countries, and the word "origami" itself has become widely recognized and internationally accepted. Origami societies have proliferated — in fact, the British Origami Society predates the Nippon Origami Society by several years — and this has further enriched the art and led to the creation of numerous innovative designs. This book presents a careful selection of classic and novel designs that can be easily mastered by the beginner Notable features are: • Clear, easy-to-understand, three-dimensional illustrations created with computer graphics. • Indications of the paper size for each design, giving the shapes and sorts of paper that can be used. • Suggestions on how to play with such origami toys as the Camera, Party Popper and the Paku-Paku Game.

The First Book of Origami

This is the updated third edition of an atlas first published in 1998. During the past six years, the transportation network of the metropolitan area of Tokyo has changed a good deal. In the case of the subway system, lines have been extended, and some rapid-transit lines have been added, so code numbers for each station are given in our atlas for foreign travelers to identify them easily. In addition, as a result of urban development in areas such as Roppongi, Shinagawa, and Shiodome, quite a few new company buildings, stores, and hotels have appeared. These developments are also covered in this updated edition. – 21 area maps of Metropolitan Tokyo (42 pages) showing not only chome numbers but also block numbers (banchi). – 18 detailed maps of Central Tokyo (30 pages) to guide the reader even to numbered subway station entrances. – An additional 7 maps of central Yokohama and Kawasaki and access maps to 3 U.S. military bases (Yokosuka, Yokota and Zama). – Comprehensive index: More than 3,600 entries of town and station names, as well as major organizations and buildings, provide the user with easy access to all destinations.

Tokyo City Atlas: A Bilingual Guide

Literature & Fiction

Short Stories & Anthologies

Why are the autumn colors of Kyoto described as the most beautiful in Japan? The delicate, almost translucent autumn hues, which derive from the city's unique plant life and climate, are undoubtedly lovely to behold, but clearly that is not the only reason. The secret of Kyoto's autumn beauty lies in a perfect harmony of the natural and the man-made, the culmination of centuries of history. This book introduces 49 magnificent Kyoto locations — predominantly temples and shrines — ideal for viewing the season’s fiery displays. The scenes are elegantly captured by three photographers who have devoted their lives to conveying the beauty of this remarkable city through the camera lens. In these pages, readers will soon note that far from being consigned to history, Kyoto’s ancient places of worship are assiduously maintained as centers for present-day religious devotions. The ideal, seamless coexistence of these quintessential Kyoto landmarks and their surroundings is another secret of Kyoto's seasonal beauty, and the key to the city’s position as Japan's cultural capital for over 1,200 years. A bilingual map section provides address information and contact details for each location.

Autumn Colors of Kyoto: A Seasonal Portfolio

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

Features a wall map of showing all of Japan, plus 14 insets and detailed maps of major districts, island groups, cities, and surrounding countries. A great quick reference to keep on the wall or carry on trips.

Japan: A Bilingual Map : A Complete Map of Japan

Atlases & Maps

Browsing through the pages of Kodansha's Furigana Japanese-English Dictionary, you will notice that something is different: none of the Japanese entry words appearing in this book have been romanized. Some will be surprised by this feature, especially in that the book is seen as suitable for even absolute beginners. Others (particularly the Japanese-language instructors who pointed out the need for such a publication) will be delighted to find that a full-fledged furigana Japanese-English dictionary is finally available. 
What is furigana and why is it so important? 
Furigana refers to the small kana that are printed above or alongside kanji to show the pronunciation of the Chinese character. With furigana superscripts, the beginner who is familiar with hiragana and katakana is able to read even the most difficult and obscure kanji at a glance. Other publications either provide little or no guide to kanji readings or romanize some or all of the Japanese words and sentences. Previously, romanized Japanese dictionaries were of some value to students using textbooks that contained no Japanese script. Recently, however, an increasing number of influential curricula around the world are based on a rationale and methodology that demands the introduction of hiragana and katakana from the earliest stages. Learners and their teachers studying under such curricula will inevitably feel more comfortable with a dictionary such as Kodansha's Furigana Japanese-English Dictionary, one that shows the pronunciation of kanji with familiar and authentic kana script. 
But it does not end there. The comprehensive 16,000-word basic vocabulary comprises a generous and balanced selection of native Japanese words, kanji compounds, and foreign loan words. Precise and informative definitions, written specifically for English speakers, offer expert guidance on points of grammar, meaning, style, orthography, pronunciation, and punctuation. Concise and insightful explanations clarify even the most troublesome cultural terms. In addition there are 50,000 sample sentences that provide a context-based understanding of how words are linked together to form authentic and natural Japanese sentences. 
Features that help expand word power and increase vocabulary skills have also been included in Kodansha's Furigana Japanese-English Dictionary. Common collocations, derivatives, and compounds show how word-parts fit and work together. Comprehensive cross-referencing makes the learner aware of common synonyms and antonyms, clarifying both meaning and usage. Finally, three appendices explain in detail such complicated areas as conjugating verbs and adjectives, counting, and articulating foreign place names in Japanese. 
All of this and more in a portable format and at an affordable price. Kodansha's Furigana Japanese-English Dictionary is the essential dictionary for all students of Japanese.

Kodansha's Furigana : Japanese-English Dictionary

Kodansha International (JPN)

This atlas of Tokyo city contains five colour maps with names in both English and Japanese orthography. Central district maps in 1:8000 scale and suburban district maps in 1:28,000 scale. Maps of the Tokyo metropolitan rail system, underground system and administrative ward are included.

Presents an overview of the history, geography, politics, economics, and culture of Japan

Japan: Profile of a Nation (English and Japanese Edition)

History

Kodansha America Inc.

Asia

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Japanese Gift Wrap: Textile Designs

Densho Origami: Traditional Japanese Figures for Everyone

Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary

The First Book of Origami

Tokyo City Atlas: A Bilingual Guide

Autumn Colors of Kyoto: A Seasonal Portfolio

Japan: A Bilingual Map : A Complete Map of Japan

Kodansha's Furigana : Japanese-English Dictionary

Tokyo City Atlas: A Bilingual Guide

Japan: Profile of a Nation (English and Japanese Edition)