Jasmine Toguchi, Brave Explorer

Written by Debbi Michiko Florence · Illustrated by Elizabet Vukovic

Book #5 in the Jasmine Toguchi series

Can Jasmine navigate family drama and cultural surprises on her Japan vacation?

4.3 Goodreads · 83 ratings

128 pages· 540L

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Bookroo's summary

Eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi embarks on a family trip to Japan, eager for adventure. But her sister's sour mood and unexpected cultural challenges threaten to dampen the fun. Can Jasmine lift her sister's spirits and adapt to a new world? Discover the humor and heart in Jasmine's journey through Tokyo's wonders.

From the publisher

With more than 130,000 copies sold, this award-winning chapter-book series starring a spunky Japanese American heroine returns with four new standalone books set on a family vacation in Japan! Toothbrush? Check. Her special journal? Check! Eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi–flamingo fan, tree climber, and top-notch messmaker–can hardly wait for her family vacation to Japan, and by the time their plane finally touches down, she’s ready to dive into their new adventure. There are so many things to see in Tokyo: Ramen Street, which she learns is not a whole street made of ramen; old temples with fancy gates; and Tokyo Tower, where you can even spot Mount Fuji on a good day. But when they arrive, Jasmine finds herself unable to get away from her older sister Sophie’s crabby attitude. Plus there’s so much about Japan she didn’t know, and she seems to be getting in trouble right and left. Will Jasmine be able to cheer up her sister AND find her footing in a new country? With her trademark humor and warmth, Debbi Michiko Florence weaves family drama and a fun introduction of Japanese culture into this delightful next chapter in Jasmine’s world.

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