Japan: A Question and Answer Book
- ISBN-10
- 1429602139
- ISBN-13
- 9781429602136
- Series
- Japan
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 32
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2007-03
- Publisher
- Capstone Press
- Author
- Michael Burgan
Description
A simple question-and-answer format offers a brief introduction to Japan, discussing land features, government, housing, transportation, industries, sports, holidays, food, and family life.
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