Japan, the People (Lands, Peoples & Cultures) - Softcover

Kalman, Bobbie

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9780778797449: Japan, the People (Lands, Peoples & Cultures)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0778797449 ISBN 13: 9780778797449

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada, 2010

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Looks at Japan's history, family life, homes, villages, education, languages, occupations, social problems, and customs.

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Synopsis:

This book is suitable for ages 9 to 14 years. This updated book includes new information on the distinctive blend of traditional and modern ways of life in Japan, the challenges faced by Japanese society today, and leisure activities such as manga and karaoke. Brilliant new photographs depict their homes, workplaces, and schools. Other topics include: family life; various Japanese workplaces; popular sports such as baseball and sumo wrestling; a day at a Japanese school; and the Japanese language.

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This book is a chance for children to get to know the people of Japan. It explores their families, homes, schools, and workplaces. You will learn about the ways in which they live their daily lives. Japan has a lot to teach the rest of the world about hard work, cooperation, and achievement.

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