Jakuchu Picture Book: Found It! (Shogakukan Art Book 16)
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Discover the magic of classic Japanese art with this third Nihonga volume in the Shogakukan Art Book picture-book series, dedicated to the legendary painter Ito Jakuchu. Inspired by his National Treasure masterpiece series “Colorful Realm of Living Beings,” this book invites children to imagine animals playing hide-and-seek in the forest, sky, and sea—spot the chickens, dragonflies, beetles, frogs, tadpoles, snails, octopus, sea bream, and more.
Vivid colors, intricate details, and a lively story convey the unique charm of Ito Jakuchu, who painted every living creature with deep care. Reading feels like going on a nature field trip, full of “I found it!” moments that encourage kids to observe, discover, and fall in love with the living world.
The Shogakukan Art Book series has been beloved by families for nearly 30 years, with more than 2.5 million copies in print worldwide, including translations. Following popular Western-art titles such as “Picasso Picture Book” and “Van Gogh Picture Book,” the Nihonga lineup began in 2020 with “Hiroshige Picture Book” and “Hokusai Picture Book.” This Ito Jakuchu volume beautifully showcases his extraordinary eye and skill in portraying even the tiniest grasshoppers and crickets, offering children an inspiring first encounter with a true “treasure of Japan” and a gentle spark for their creativity and potential.
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Product Description
Discover the magic of classic Japanese art with this third Nihonga volume in the Shogakukan Art Book picture-book series, dedicated to the legendary painter Ito Jakuchu. Inspired by his National Treasure masterpiece series “Colorful Realm of Living Beings,” this book invites children to imagine animals playing hide-and-seek in the forest, sky, and sea—spot the chickens, dragonflies, beetles, frogs, tadpoles, snails, octopus, sea bream, and more.
Vivid colors, intricate details, and a lively story convey the unique charm of Ito Jakuchu, who painted every living creature with deep care. Reading feels like going on a nature field trip, full of “I found it!” moments that encourage kids to observe, discover, and fall in love with the living world.
The Shogakukan Art Book series has been beloved by families for nearly 30 years, with more than 2.5 million copies in print worldwide, including translations. Following popular Western-art titles such as “Picasso Picture Book” and “Van Gogh Picture Book,” the Nihonga lineup began in 2020 with “Hiroshige Picture Book” and “Hokusai Picture Book.” This Ito Jakuchu volume beautifully showcases his extraordinary eye and skill in portraying even the tiniest grasshoppers and crickets, offering children an inspiring first encounter with a true “treasure of Japan” and a gentle spark for their creativity and potential.
