On May 5th, the International Library of Children's Literature will hold "Enjoy Japanese language through a traditional performing art ; Rakugo for Children", in which the Rakugo story teller, Kokontei Kikunojo will perform for children of elementary school age and older and their parents. For details please see the page: " Enjoy Japanese language through a traditional performing art ; Rakugo for Children "

Latest news related to the National Year of Reading:

• 2010/4/2 Commemorating the National Year of Reading, reading promotion activities of foreign countries introduced in our publication
• 2010/3/15 National Year of Reading Forum "Handing on Japanese language and culture to the future: Why is the library necessary?"