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Opening with Japan's top ten favorite comfort foodsfrom Deep Fried Crunchy Chicken to Japanese-Style Meat and Potato Hotpotthis cookbook is packed with authentic versions of the dishes that Japanese people eat every day.In this book you'll find all the classics you've enjoyed at restaurants and on visits to Japanfrom sushi and tempura to ramen, steak and donburi rice bowls. You will also discover dishes that are immensely popular in Japan, but aren't commonly found on the menu in Japanese restaurants in the West.The 80 easy recipes in this book are aimed at beginners and have clear step-by-step photos and instructions along with a full-color photo of each dish. They include: Braised Pork Belly Curry Flavored Chicken Teriyaki Japanese Omelette Asparagus Beef Rolls Yellowtail Tuna with White Miso Butter Simmered Greens with Fried TofuYoshida's detailed introduction provides essential information on basic Japanese ingredients, seasonings, implements and cooking techniquesincluding how to clean and prepare fresh fish, rinsing and cooking rice and draining tofu.Author Asako Yoshida is the owner and founder of Tokyo's renowned Asako Yoshida Cooking School, where the Japanese go when they want to learn how to cook their own national cuisine. Although they might have to wait a long timesince her immensely popular school has an extensive waiting list! Now, with publication for the first time in English, you too can learn how to prepare Japan's favorite dishes in your own home from one of Yoshida's top-selling cookbooks.
ESPN premiered 'Be Water' - the Bruce Lee 30 for 30 documentary in June 2020Season two of Warrior, a Cinemax TV show based on an original concept and treatment by Lee, debuts in October 2020Shannon Lee (Bruce's daughter) will be publishing Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee (October) to coincide with the anniversaryThe Wing Luke Museum (Seattle) and The Hong Kong Heritage Museum have exhibits planned for fall 2020Bruce Lee has over 21 million followers on Facebook and 4.3 million followers on InstagramNew typeset and new cover with a new lower price2020 commemorates Bruce Lee's 80th birthdayThis book is Bruce Lee's personal presentation of the principles, core techniques and lesson plans of jeet kune do, the unique martial art form he foundedAny fan of Bruce Lee or practitioner of the martial arts will want to own this instructional book in the words of the master himselfThis book is part of the Bruce Lee Library which includes 6 other volumes of Lee's writingsBruce Lee was featured in Time magazine's "100 Greatest Men of the Century"
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Indian fairy tales and other folk stories that the whole family will enjoy!Indian Children's Favorite Stories is a charming selection of eight Indian tales that provide an insight into traditional Indian culture. They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading.Retold for an international audience, the beautifully illustrated stories will give children of all ages a glimpse into the fables and folklore of India, including tales of how Lord Krishna escapes the evil Kamsa's repeated attempts to kill him, and how the elephant keeper's daughter, Rani, humbles an unwise and unjust king by emptying his storehouses of rice.Featured Indian stories include:The Story of Rama, the ancient Indian tale of a prince's exile and return to his homelandSukhu and Dukhu, two sistersone kind, one selfishand their different fatesMunna and the Grain of Rice, how a good and clever girl saves her people from hungerAnd five more wonderful tales to delight story lovers everywhere.A glossary is also included, so that everyone can understand and appreciate the Indian words scattered throughout the stories.The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Children's Favorite Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.
Learn and master the fascinating game of Japanese Chess or "e;Shogi"e; with this expert guide and Chess set. Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi is the ultimate strategy guidebook for players of any skill level to improve their game and winning strategies. Played by millions around the world, Shogi is the uniquely Japanese variant of chess. It is the only version in which an opponent's captured piece can be dropped back onto the board as one's own. This makes for extremely exciting, dynamic gameplay in which momentum can quickly shift back and forth between players. Trevor Legett, expert player and longtime resident of Japan, gives you all the information you need to play the game, form its basic rules to winning tactics.Also included in this book are: Sample game and commentary Discussion of various opening strategies and game positions Explanation of how to read a Japanese score Fold-out Shogi board Sturdy paper playing piecesJapanese Chess features everything you need to get started playing this challenging and fun game!
Step-by-step advice on drawing dynamic manga heroines.
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Ideal for any application where a handy, portable dictionary is required--whether for travel, business, or study. This is the most up-to-date mini Vietnamese dictionary available, covering the latest social media, computer, and phone vocabulary. This powerful pocket reference contains the following essential features:Bidirectional English-Vietnamese and Vietnamese-English sectionsOver 15,000 essential words, idioms, and expressionsHeadwords printed in bold for quick and easy referenceVietnamese words given in Romanized form for easy pronunciationLatest computer, Internet, mobile phone, and social media terms Whether you need a travel size dictionary for your trip to Vietnam or are learning the Vietnamese language in a formal setting, this mini dictionary is an essential resource.
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Indonesian fairy tales and other folk storiesproviding insight into a rich oral culture. Set in tropical rainforests, on balmy beaches, and in the remote highlands of the Indonesian islands, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories offers a taste of how universal values of bravery, cleverness, true love, kindness and loyalty are transmitted to Indonesian children. It make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. Astute princesses, resourceful villagers and daring travelers appear throughout this vast archipelago to tell their stories and charm our children. These beautifully illustrated stories, retold for an international audience, provide children with an insight into the traditional culture, morals and environment of Indonesia. This book is aimed at children in the five to twelve age group, but readers of all ages, young and old, will find much to enjoy within these pages. Featured Indonesian stories include: True Strength The Woodcarver's Love The Buffalo's Victory The Magic Headcloth The Caterpillar Story And many more! The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Favorite Children's Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Philippine fairy tales and other folk storiesproviding insight into a rich oral culture. Filipino Children's Favorite Stories presents thirteen well-loved myths and tales from the Philippines. These stories will enchant six to ten-year-old readers around the world with their wit and charm. Many of the tales have been transmitted from mother to child over centuries, and cover classic childhood themessuch as the forces of good triumphing over evil, children rebelling against adults and the weak prevailing over the strong. They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. Narrated with an international audience in mind and illustrated with whimsical watercolors by award-winning artist Joanne de Leon, this is a must-have collection of tales for anyone interested in the Philippines. Featured Filipino stories include: Why Mosquitoes Buzz Around Our Ears The Magic Lake> The Deer and the Snail Why the Cock CrowsThe Prince's Bride </ul>The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.
This colorfully illustrated multicultural Korean children's book presents Indian fairy tales and other folk storiesproviding insight into a rich literary culture. Korean Children's Favorite Stories is a captivating collection of Korean folktales for children which are still being told, just as they have been for generations. Some are Korean-specific, while others echo those told in other countries. Written with wit and pathos, they unveil the inevitable foibles of people everywhere and expose the human-like qualities of animals and the animal-like qualities of humans.Pulsating with the rhythm of life and the seasons, these Korean fables transport the reader to a wonderland where ants talk, a baby rabbit outwits a tiger, a tree fathers a child, and a toad saves a whole village. Korean stories include: The Story Bag The Pheasant, the Dove, and the Magpie The Bridegroom's Shopping The Bad Tiger The Great Flood The Pumpkin Seeds The Grateful Tiger The Three Princesses And more The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Favorite Children's Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.
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