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Here are some exciting facts about Japan!

Capital: Tokyo.

Official language: Japanese language.

Official name: Nippon or Nihon (Source of the Sun).

National anthem: "Kimigayo" ("The Reign of Our Emperor").

You can find more interesting facts like these about Japan HERE.

Now that you know what is hiding in 952 why not stay and travel to Japan with some of our favourite books!

The Japanese Samurai

By Louise Park

952 PAR

This series focuses on historical groups famous for their skills in fighting, war and combat. It covers their most infamous warriors, bloodiest battles and most dangerous conquests.

Ideal for primary school age.

My Hiroshima : a powerful true story of war, survival and hope

By Junko Morimoto

952.1954 MOR

Miraculously, Junko Morimoto survived the Hiroshima bomb in 1945, but was eye-witness to the incredible suffering of others, including the fate of her school friends. This book is a testimony that can be understood by many readers, according to their age level.

Toyko: city trails

By Anna Claybourne

952.1 CLA

Features colourful themed trails, from history and culture to food and nature, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales that kids won't find on the tourist routes or inside the average guidebook. We'll show them where to bathe in chocolate, climb Japan's tallest tower, meet a giant robot, and lots more! Join Lonely Planet explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories and surprises in another of the world's great cities.