Did you know that Japan is home to super-fast bullet trains, or that there’s a museum where you can experience being a samurai or ninja, or that you can climb giant sand dunes by foot? Ignite curious minds with this fascinating guidebook for children and unlock the magic of Japan once and for all.

Inside A Kid’s Guide to Japan:

• The perfect introduction to Japan for kids
• Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home
• Packed with wow-factor facts, ‘what’s the difference?’ challenges,vibrant photography, and more
• Showcases all the top spots with the insider scoop on how to get around, super celebrations, hidden gems, tasty treats and secret and surprising places (there’s even a Super Nintendo World!)
• Awesome illustrated maps show kids the country’s top sights
• Written by Anna Brett with a lively and engaging style throughout. Anna has written numerous children’s books including Lonely Planet’s Kids’ Daredevils’ Guide to Dangerous Places, Daredevil’s Guide to Outer Space, World’s Coolest Jobs, The Incredible Human Body Tour, and Your Ultimate Travel Adventure List

The ultimate one-stop shop for mini-explorers to learn all about Japan. Let the adventure begin!

The vast Umal Empire has flourished for centuries thanks to the miraculous ohaleh rice, a sacred grain brought from a distant land by the first empress Kokun. Resistant to all parasites, the rice has sustained the empire, ensuring peace and prosperity for centuries—until now. When a mysterious infestation strikes, famine spreads and the empire begins to crumble.

Fifteen-year-old Aisha, granddaughter of the deposed lord of West Kantal, flees to the imperial capital with her younger brother after a violent coup. There she meets the reigning Kokun, Olie—an enigmatic girl worshipped for her supposed gift of scent, yet secretly powerless. As Aisha uncovers her own latent ability to perceive the natural world through smell, she and Olie form an unlikely alliance.

Together, Aisha and Olie must uncover a hidden history and the truth behind the ohaleh rice, all the while battling forces that threaten not just the empire’s survival, but the very balance of nature.

Alone, far from home, Elin soon discovers that she can talk to both the terrifying water serpents and the majestic flying beasts that guard her queen. This skill gives her great powers, but it also involves her in deadly plots that could cost her life. Can she save herself and prevent her beloved beasts from being used as tools of war? Or must she face the terrible battles to come?

As Elin investigates, she uncovers a deadly plot and a brewing invasion. Can she protect her homeland without allowing her beloved beasts to be used as weapons of war, or will she have to compromise her principles to save her family?

‘A magical, joyous read, brought to life by the most beautiful illustrations‘ – Harriet Muncaster, author of Isadora Moon
‘A charming and beautifully written story‘ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang

Kiki is a trainee witch. On her thirteenth birthday she must follow tradition and leave home to find a new village. She knows she has to use only her powers to make a living, but Kiki’s no good at potions or spells…can she use her flying abilities to make her own way in the world? She sets out with her beloved black cat Jiji on an exciting journey, making new friends along the way.

This accessible picture book teaches the value of mindfulness in a delightful and engaging way.

Even monks can get angry sometimes. That’s when it’s time to pause and reflect.

The monk is usually calm and serene. But when a pesky fly keeps buzzing around his head and landing on his nose day after day, he becomes very angry. This unexpected anger makes him confused and sad. One day, he decides to take a closer look at the irritating fly, and that’s when he sees something truly wonderful!

The Angry Monk and the Fly teaches children (and adults) to pause and reflect on the people and things that annoy us or make us angry—a valuable lesson for everyone. With bright, colorful illustrations, this book will leave readers feeling calm and more prepared to face everyday challenges. At the end of the book, various animals share simple instructions on how to meditate and breathe, adding an extra layer of mindfulness practice.

Stories about yokai are used in Japan to explain mysterious and magical events. These mythical creatures give a name and a form to the strange and uncanny things happening all around us.

This colorful guide in picture book format is a funny, fast and slightly spooky introduction to the stars of the Japanese yokai world.

The classic tales and descriptions by Fleur Daugey combine with Sande Thommen’s delightful illustrations to introduce over 30 wild and supernatural creatures, including:

• The Kitsune, a freaky fox with paranormal powers
• The Kasa-obake, a one-eyed one-legged umbrella with a long, slithery tongue
• Kurokamikiri, a shaggy bearlike beast that sneaks up on you and cuts your hair
• Nuppeppo, a flabby, wrinkly blob that lives in graveyards and smells of rotten meat
• Hanako, a bathroom-dwelling ghost girl
• And many more!

Yokai are out there, lurking among us—creating mischief and mayhem, or in some cases helping us or just having fun. With Japanese Yokai, the next time something eerie or strange happens, you’ll know who’s responsible!

Embark on an exciting manga pop-up adventure through Tokyo—the world’s largest city!

Follow Chico, a young American boy, and his mischievous cat Neko as they navigate the streets and famous sights of Tokyo. On arriving in Tokyo, while visiting the city’s famous Senso-ji Temple, Chico nods off due to jetlag. Neko gets bored and decides to go sightseeing on her own. Then, the race is on—as a panicked Chico chases his cat across the city! In the process, they pass through Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks, each with its own interactive and manga pop-up fun:

• POP-UP Senso-ji in Asakusa—Tokyo’s ancient Buddhist temple, where the adventure begins.
• POP-UP A rousing Sumo match still in progress.
• POP-UP Bustling Shinjuku Station, where riders get stuffed into subway cars by professional “pushers.”
• POP-UP Tokyo Skytree tower, the tallest structure in Japan, where poor Neko has a very close call!
• The base of iconic Mt. Fuji, where the adventure has a happy conclusion!

Educational and entertaining in equal measure, this delightful manga pop-up book will be treasured by young and old readers alike. It makes a fantastic gift or carry-on for anyone planning a visit to Japan.