Top 10 Most Popular Japanese Ehon Books

On a bright autumn morning in a forest, Mouse picked a basket full of mushrooms and decided to make a delicious mushroom soup. However, the process of cooking the soup proved to be a bit tricky. The soup was too bland at first, then too salty, forcing Mouse to add more salt and water. Soon, the pot became too full, so Mouse had to borrow a pot from Goat and Rabbit. Each time a new pot was borrowed, more tasty ingredients were added to the soup, and it seemed like the soup would never get finished. Can you guess whose pot will finally be big enough to hold all the food?

The book I Need a Bigger Soup Pot will captivate children with the funny and curious situations Mouse faces while preparing the soup. It's not just a story about a little mouse who collects mushrooms to cook; it's also a depiction of a beautiful forest filled with delicious foods. Through this story, the author conveys the message of helping and sharing with others. Despite the never-ending overflow of Mouse's soup, in the end, all the animals in the forest enjoy a warm, joyful feast together.

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Youchan and her grandmother live in different places. One day, Youchan really wants to visit her grandmother, and by coincidence, her grandmother also wishes to see Youchan. So, the two set off on different journeys—one by bus and the other by train—heading to each other’s homes. Upon arrival, both realize that the other has already left to visit them, and they hurry back. Will they meet? How many more times will they have to travel back and forth? And where will they finally meet? The answer lies in this charming and humorous Ehon by the famous picture book author Gomi Taro.

This warm and relatable story, with a touch of humor, will make children and grandparents see themselves in the characters. The book also beautifully illustrates the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren—a bond that shapes peaceful and happy childhood memories. With this gentle and profound message, the book has been a companion for children around the world for over 40 years. By 2010, it had been reprinted 37 times since its first release in 1979. In 2018, "Grandma, I Really Want to See You!" was named one of the best books of the year by Horn Books.

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"Kun and Ma" is an adorable and compact Japanese Ehon series designed for children from 0 to 6 years old. The series includes three books: "What Animal Is This?", "What Shape Is This?", and "What Color Is This?" The stories follow the charming bear duo, Kun and Ma.

Through the three books, children will join Kun and Ma on an exciting journey of discovery, exploring animals, colors, and shapes. Each book doesn’t just teach the names of animals, colors, and shapes, but also sparks imagination by encouraging children to connect these concepts with similar objects in the world around them.

With playful and vibrant illustrations, each book introduces a dynamic natural world filled with various animals, a spectrum of bright colors, or a variety of shapes. This series makes for a meaningful gift that parents can enjoy with their children every day by exploring each book together.

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"Pao and His Friends" is a delightful collection of Ehon stories for children ages 0 to 6. Each book tells a charming tale from the everyday life of Pao the Elephant and his friends: Rabbit, Crocodile, Duck, and Penguin.

In the next five volumes of this series, children will join Pao and his friends on adventures such as going to the beach, playing ball, exercising, and participating in a summer festival. There's also a special edition—"Let’s Learn to Count!" In this book, children will meet all the characters again, including "10 Frogs" from the Gourd Pond. Together, they will learn to count and discover how many characters appear in the story.

The stories about Pao and his friends open up a fun-filled world where animals are friendly, lovable, and always happy. These gentle Ehon stories will gradually teach children about daily life and the world around them.

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The Japanese Ehon series "Common Illnesses" is a valuable guide for teaching children how to protect themselves. Authored by Dr. Shimizu Naoki and his wife, Dr. Shimizu Sayuri, both experienced medical professionals, this series is published by the WILL Institute for Child Intellectual Education and illustrated by artist Sabe Masayuki.

Designed for children ages 3 to 10, this series covers common health issues children face, including colds, flu, allergies, hand-foot-mouth disease, food poisoning, and heatstroke. It helps children develop awareness of how to care for their health. Along with describing the symptoms of each illness, the books also offer preventive tips and methods of treatment if the child becomes ill.

Despite being rooted in scientific health knowledge, the series is filled with bright, engaging illustrations that will captivate children as they read. This makes it an excellent resource for both parents and educators who want to teach children about health and self-protection.

The "Common Illnesses" series includes five volumes:

• Volume 1: Why Do You Get Colds and the Flu?
• Volume 2: Why Do You Get Heatstroke?
• Volume 3: What Is an Allergy?
• Volume 4: Why Do You Get Food Poisoning?
• Volume 5: What Are Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease and Streptococcal Infections?

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The "Hundred-Story Building" series consists of four books: The Hundred-Story Building, The Hundred-Story Building in the Sky, The Hundred-Story Building Underground, and The Hundred-Story Building Under the Sea. These are thrilling adventures that take young readers through 100 levels of the building, each with its own unique setting:

• The Hundred-Story Building: Tochi, a young boy with a passion for stargazing, receives a mysterious letter: "I live at the top of the Hundred-Story Building. Come visit me!" Tochi embarks on an exciting journey up the building, with each 10 floors inhabited by a different animal.
• The Hundred-Story Building in the Sky: On a snowy day, a bird named Chupi is searching for food when he finds a sunflower seed. Wanting more, he decides to plant it. But the snow-covered landscape offers no place to plant it. With help from his snow friends, Chupi sets off to find a spot for his seed by climbing the Hundred-Story Building in the sky.
• The Hundred-Story Building Underground: One day, while Miu is relaxing in the bathtub, she hears a mysterious voice inviting her to a party on the 100th floor of the building. Curious, Miu follows the voice into a small hole and begins her own underground adventure, encountering various animals on each level of the building.
• The Hundred-Story Building Under the Sea: A girl holding a doll is feeding seagulls on a ship. Suddenly, her doll, Ten, falls into the sea and gets sucked into a strange whirlpool, losing all her belongings. Ten begins an adventurous journey through 100 floors of a building at the bottom of the sea, searching for her lost items.

This series is ideal for children aged 3 to 8, filled with valuable knowledge and surprising discoveries along the way.

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Do your kids love candy, fruit juice, and chewing gum? Some even forget to brush their teeth every day. How can we help them understand the importance of their teeth? What causes cavities? Why are teeth so important? Most importantly, how can they protect their teeth and prevent dental problems?

This book provides great educational value for children. It covers essential facts about teeth: how many teeth we have, what they are for, why we need to keep them clean, and why brushing is necessary. The book explains, in simple and easy-to-understand language, why cavities happen, the consequences of cavities, and how they can damage our teeth. Parents can use this to encourage kids to brush their teeth and avoid cavities, just like the characters in the book. The language is straightforward, making it ideal for young children.

The Story of Teeth is an excellent suggestion for parents and children alike. This charming little book, filled with fun and detailed illustrations, will help kids learn about their teeth and develop healthy dental habits from an early age.

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Who's Behind You? is a Japanese Ehon series consisting of 6 books designed for children aged 0 to 3. The theme centers around animals, with the unique twist of each illustration featuring one animal alongside a specific part of another animal.

Parents and children can enjoy reading together and playing a guessing game: 'Which animal is that part of?' The illustrations pose questions like, 'Who’s behind you, Hedgehog?' or 'Who’s beneath you, Seahorse?' These engaging questions will provide young readers with valuable learning opportunities about the animal kingdom.

The series includes 6 books:

• Who's Behind You?
• Friends Under the Sea
• Friends on a Southern Japanese Island
• Friends in the Desert
• Friends by the Lake
• Friends in the Fields

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My Family is a Japanese Ehon book series consisting of 5 titles, each focusing on unique and relatable family stories: 'My Grandfather', 'My Mother', 'My Pet Fish', 'The Ghost in My House', and 'My Family'.

• My Grandfather: This story revolves around the grandfather and his old, often broken car. The car keeps malfunctioning, causing hilarious situations on the road. The family decides to buy him a new one, but Grandpa doesn’t care for it. What will Grandpa do with his old car? The answer will surely leave a lasting impression on young readers and teach them the value of preserving cherished memories and meaningful items in the family.
• My Mother: How do children see their mothers? In this story, the mother is portrayed as a doctor, a sumo wrestler, a baseball player, a detective, and a superb cook. Mothers can be anything in different situations. The story emphasizes the importance of mothers in the family, and will certainly help mothers see themselves through the eyes of their children.
• My Pet Fish: What if one day you became a pet fish in a fish tank? What would that be like? Try asking your child before diving into this story. The main character, once inside the tank with their pet fish, can no longer talk to their parents. To get food, they must write “rice” on the tank. Kids will be curious to learn how this character ends up in the fish tank, and the answer lies within 'My Pet Fish'.
• The Ghost in My House: At first glance, this title might sound scary, but it's actually a funny and lighthearted story told from the child’s perspective. Each evening, the child hears strange sounds in the house and decides to investigate. They peek into their sister’s room and find a ghost with messy hair – turns out she’s just blow-drying her hair. They hear strange noises from their mother’s room, and discover another ghost with no face – it's just Mom doing her skincare routine. In the end, there are no ghosts at all, and nothing to be afraid of. Kids will love discovering the house’s little secrets!
• My Family: Each family member is viewed through the creative and whimsical eyes of the narrator. For example, the grandmother’s sneeze makes her look like a wrinkled dried plum. Grandpa, who mows the lawn every day, resembles a praying mantis. What about Dad, Mom, and the siblings? Let’s explore their unique traits in this wonderfully imaginative book.

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Ehon books are often referred to as 'soul food' for children in Japan. This picture book series, designed for children aged 0 to 10, tells short, simple stories with clear structures. Each page contains one or two brief sentences that match the child's language ability. The content and characters in the books revolve around familiar daily activities such as eating, sleeping, playing, and interacting with animals and plants. Parents often read these books to their children, fostering love, conversation, and education. Ehon books offer valuable lessons that help children develop language skills, imagination, character, and enrich their inner world.

Playtime for Kids is one of the first Ehon series to be published in Vietnam, aimed at children from 0-3 years old. The series includes 6 books:

• Where are the Little Hands?
• Let’s Clean Up!
• The Little Egg
• Where Did the Goldfish Hide?
• Hello, Moon!
• Let’s Go in Our Tiny Shoes!

This creatively designed series separates text and images, catering to the cognitive abilities of children in this age group. The illustrations throughout the books—from the front cover to the last—form a continuous series of actions. Parents can use these images to create many different stories with their children, without needing to read the words.

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