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The amazing tricks two American soldiers perform on a borrowed bicycle are a fitting finale for the school sports day festivities in a small village in occupied Japan.
Fear turns to wonder when the two tall strangers don’t want to cause trouble—they just want to ride a bike.
- A Gentle Introduction to History: Experience a tender moment from post-war Japan, showing a time of change through the eyes of a child.
- Bridging Cultures: See how two American soldiers and a village full of Japanese children connect through the universal language of laughter and amazing bicycle tricks.
- From Fear to Friendship: Watch as the children’s initial suspicion of the tall strangers melts away into cheers and applause.
- An Unforgettable Performance: Marvel as a borrowed bicycle is used for incredible stunts—riding backwards, balancing on one wheel, and seeming to fly through the air!
The amazing tricks two American soldiers perform on a borrowed bicycle are a fitting finale for the school sports day festivities in a small village in occupied Japan.
Fear turns to wonder when the two tall strangers don’t want to cause trouble—they just want to ride a bike.
A Gentle Introducti...
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Allen Say was born in Yokohama, Japan, and came to the United States when he was sixteen. His many treasured books for children include Tree of Cranes, Allison, and the Caldecott Medal–winning Grandfather's Journey. He lives in Portland, Oregon.
Allen Say was born in Yokohama, Japan, and came to the United States when he was sixteen. His many treasured books for children include Tree of Cranes, Allison, and the Caldecott Medal–winning Grandfather's Journey. He lives in Portland, Oregon.
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