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When the Sakura Bloom

Narisa Togo

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"An understated ode to an iconic Japanese cultural celebration, mindfulness, and the restorative power of the seasons."Kirkus Reviews


"Well suited to reading aloud, the concise text works well with the precise, delicate artwork, subtly encouraging viewers to slow down occasionally and enjoy fleeting moments of natural beauty." Booklist


When the Sakura Bloom by Nariso Togo sheds light on the cultural significance of cherry blossom season in Japan, and an insight into the unique mindset of its people. Through subtle text and gentle imagery readers will see the importance of slowing down to appreciate the moment. That comfort, not despair, can be found in the inevitable cycles of the seasons. How change can usher in opportunities and rejuvenation.



Moreover, When the Sakura Bloom is an understated illustration of the importance of celebrating the fleeting, delicate beauty of nature and the metaphor this represents for life itself.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Berbay Publishing
  • Publish Date: Feb 1st, 2022
  • Pages: 32
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.10in - 12.10in - 0.40in - 0.95lb
  • EAN: 9780648953319
  • Recommended age: 03-07
  • Categories: • Holidays & Celebrations - Other, Non-Religious• Science & Nature - Environment• Lifestyles - City & Town Life

About the Author

Narisa Togo is a printmaker and illustrator and lives in Japan. She has a bachelor's degree in ecology and a master's degree in children's book illustration.

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Berbay Publishing creates beautiful picture books. Winner, 2017 Bologna Children's Book Fair Publisher of the Year, Oceania region

WHEN THE SAKURA BLOOM receives 2022 Honorable Mention Freeman Award for Children’s Literature by Narisa Togo (translated by Michael Sedunary). Congratulations and bravo Narisa Toga. https://t.co/r2DalzCGob

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Professional Development about East Asia for K-12 Educators

WHEN THE SAKURA BLOOM receives 2022 Honorable Mention Freeman Award for Children’s Literature by Narisa Togo (@BerbayBooks) Fiction - Set in Japan https://t.co/nJL64kbg6T https://t.co/zs7diJjpCH

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Built in 1898, we are a non-denominational primary & nursery school that proudly serves the diverse area of Leith in Edinburgh. Believe. Persevere. Achieve!

P1b have been learning about Japan's Blossom festival 🌸 & enjoyed reading When the Sakura Bloom by Narisa Togo. Inspired by this beautifully illustrated book, we created our own blossom branches. Blowing the paint & printing with cotton buds was lots of fun!#Leithp1 https://t.co/fEOH1LxACj

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Praise for this book

"Well suited to reading aloud, the concise text works well with the precise, delicate artwork, subtly encouraging viewers to slow down occasionally and enjoy fleeting moments of natural beauty....a pleasing addition to classroom units on trees, spring, Japan, or cherry blossom festivals." Booklist
"Onomatopoeic in its telling and burbling with touches of nature, this is a perfect picture book articulation of spring's triumphant return."

Forward Reviews

"This beautiful picture book helps us to understand how significant the Cherry Blossom Festival is...Turn the pages of this book slowly and understand how lovely the trees are and what they mean to the Japanese culture." 5 Stars, Good Reading Magazine
"This is a beautiful timeless tale that while distinctly Japanese, is universal in its relatability and message. At heart, it is about accepting that while busy lives don't allow us to be mindful in every moment, nature's constant and predictable patterns give us the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect and rejuvenate." ReadPlus
"The text of this beautiful books shows the slowing down needed to appreciate the cherry blossom, its fragility a metaphor for life itself, importuning the audience to make the most of the moment" Magpies Magazine

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