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Jiro, a curious boy, visits his father’s traditional New Year greetings with Mr. Ozu and leaves to wander the garden. There he is drawn to a remarkably life‑like statue of a tall crane, echoing the "Grateful Crane" folklore his mother once told him. The encounter sparks dream‑like visions and hints of ancient magic, weaving together themes of tradition, nature, and the supernatural in a beautifully illustrated setting.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Allen Say
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