well-loved Japanese folktale, Issun Boshi is the son wished for “even if only an inch tall”. At 15 years old he leaves to seek his fortune in the city and his mother outfits him with a needle for sword and a lacquer noodle bowl for a boat. Thus begin the adventures. He is finally hired by a Daimyo (Lord) household and given the task of guarding his daughter. When they encounter an Oni (devilish ogre) in the woods, Issun comes to his charge's rescue with trusty needle in hand. When the Oni flees, he leaves behind a wish…but what will Issun wish for? 
An exciting tale
of small overcoming large and being the hero.
This story beautifully fills children’s minds with rising to the
occasion and of the possibilities ahead in life, despite their small stature. Children partake with a nursery rhyme and leave singing in Japanese! Knucklehead Puppets |
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