PAPER CRANE AGENCY
A key source for ​international publishers looking for new titles from Japan, 
​we facilitate collaborations ​with Japanese authors, illustrators and publishers.

Children's BooKs

LIFESTYLE & DESIGN

Non-fiction & Craft
​We represent Japanese publishers, authors and illustrators of -
​children’s picture books and educational titles,

non-fiction for adults and children

art, design and photography titles

lifestyle and fashion guides
​
practical craft and DIY titles 
​and more!

News & Updates

Paper Crane Editions

Creating and producing new titles for publishers, our experienced editorial team works closely with artists, illustrators, photographers, designers and translators in Japan.

Original Titles

We are always developing new projects in response to requests from publishers in Japan and around the world. If you are interested in working on a new project with us, ​please get in touch to discuss how we can help make your idea a reality.​
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Our newest title: 'Tokyo Street Style' by fashion journalist and coordinator Yoko Yagi and photographer Tohru Yuasa is now available from Abrams Image, New York! Click the cover to see more.

Editing & Translation

We also assist international publishers  with translations and adaptations to make publishing Japanese content in overseas markets as easy as possible.

Our Mission

To bring more Japanese titles in translation 
​to international readers.

In Japan, the crane is a symbol of good fortune, happiness and longevity. Origami folded paper cranes are often given as an expression of good wishes and peace. 

​At Paper Crane, we hope that all the titles we present or create – our “good wishes” from Japan – will bring enjoyment to readers of all ages, wherever they are in the world.