The Moon Princess

"Exquisite color and movement."— Booklist



"A feast for the eyes, and a great introduction to Japanese folk tales." — The Daily Yomiuri



"Simple yet absorbing tale. These strong, recommended children’s classics will please kids who love lively and unpredictable plots." — Children’s Bookwatch



"Brimming with the familiar and great themes of loyalty, courage and generosity." — Asahi Evening News



"Sumptuous illustrations" — School Library Journal



"Would make an excellent gift for any child, in Japan and abroad." — Tokyo Today

"Exquisite color and movement."— Booklist



"A feast for the eyes, and a great introduction to Japanese folk tales." — The Daily Yomiuri



"Simple yet absorbing tale. These strong, recommended children’s classics will please kids who love lively and unpredictable plots." — Children’s Bookwatch



"Brimming with the familiar and great themes of loyalty, courage and generosity." — Asahi Evening News



"Sumptuous illustrations" — School Library Journal



"Would make an excellent gift for any child, in Japan and abroad." — Tokyo Today

RALPH F. McCARTHY is a writer, lyricist, and translator from Michigan and California. Among his translations are another collection of stories by Osamu Dazai, Self Portraits, and 69 by Ryu Murakami.