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【DESCRIPTION】 Title Popular Japanese Magazine Bessatsu Taiyo Publication Year Winter '74 Publisher Heibon-sya
In this book English preface says; The IROHA KARUTA is representative Japanese playing cards which were born during the Edo period (1603- 1867) or toward the end of the 18th century. The IROHA KARUTA originated in the European playing cards brought to Japan by Portuguese ships in the 16th century.
Iroha Garuta (Japanese: いろはがるた) is an easier-to-understand card for children. Representing the 47 syllables of the iroha syllabary and adds kyo (京, "capital") for the 48th (since the syllable -n ん can never start any word or phrase). A set consists of 48 proverbs each starting with a different syllable and another set of cards expressing a proverb as shown in the picture.
You will enjoy this item through many colorful pages including expandable ones! Softcover approx 194 pages size approx 22cm x 29cm
If you are interested in Karuta, this would be a great collection for you !
【CONDITION】 *yellowing,stains and wears on the cover and pages because of use and age.But it is in good condition overall. Please see below photos to confirm the condition of this book.
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