“Kayoko’s Cherry Blossoms” By Norihito Yamamoto (text), Fumihide Iguchi (illustrations) / Shin Nihon Shuppansha This is a story about a cherry tree planted by a mother in memory of her daughter, Kayoko, who lost her life in the atomic bombing of Nagasaki. Set against the backdrop of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, this picture book expresses the mother's feelings of self-blame ("Why didn't I stop it?") and her strong desire for peace. It is a masterpiece still beloved in educational settings as a resource for peace studies and book reports. [Product Details] Publisher: Shin Nihon Shuppansha (Shin Nihon Ohana-shi Bunko) Published: July 1981 Format: A5 hardcover, 76 pages / Target audience: Elementary school students and up [Condition] The cover has minor scuffs and signs of aging, but the text is in beautiful, well-preserved condition. There are no markings or scratches (see photos). Recommended for those who want to convey the importance of peace, and for families and teachers looking for materials for book reports and assigned reading. Thank you for viewing.