Sunday in Kyoto

An unlikely band of musicians bring Japanese and Cajun culture together in this story accompanied by 14 songs. Welcome to the curious tale of a banjo-playing Cajun musician’s life in Kyoto, Japan. Old Man Joe, as he is affectionately called, and his Japanese wife often spend Sunday afternoons drinking tea and collaborating with musicians from distant lands. Each song offers an introduction of sorts to quirky characters like Joe’s mother and Little Miss Adèle, who calls herself “Hello.” Gentle watercolour illustrations and a mishmash of instrumentation give this musical picture book a fanciful appeal. The accompanying CD includes 14 unique songs that, while penned for children, resonate with all ages. PARENTS’ CHOICE RECOMMENDED AWARD