This book is suitable for ages 9 to 14 years. This updated book includes new information on the distinctive blend of traditional and modern ways of life in Japan, the challenges faced by Japanese society today, and leisure activities such as manga and karaoke. Brilliant new photographs depict their homes, workplaces, and schools. Other topics include: family life; various Japanese workplaces; popular sports such as baseball and sumo wrestling; a day at a Japanese school; and the Japanese language.