The Little Kokeshi Doll from Fukushima

Written and illustrated by Sunny Seki.

This beautiful story shares the possible origin of the kokeshi doll, one of the oldest forms of Japanese folklore. It features Kana-chan, a brave, clever girl who works at a hot springs in Fukushima. One day the village is struck by a huge earthquake, and because of the heroism of Kana-chan, the kokeshi doll is born. This is a beautiful story of the harmony of people, nature, traditional craftsmanship, and survival. Written in English and Japanese.

Hardbound: 32 pp.