かやま あきこ
Kayama Akiko
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Women's Medical University | Faculty of Medicine | — | — | — | Japan |
| Year | Award | Work | Category | Organization | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Kodansha Children's Literature Newcomer Award | Forest of the Blakiston's Owl | — | Kodansha | winner |
| 1966 | Sankei Children's Publishing Culture Award | Forest of the Blakiston's Owl | — | Sankei Shimbun | winner |
| 1979 | Japan Children's Literary Association Award | Tōsuke Sings on His Flute! | — | Japan Children's Literary Association | winner |
A children's tale about the bond between nature and the heart, poetic and centered on music and the mountain.
A story about the forest of the Blakiston's owl and the interactions among its human and animal inhabitants. Debut work that won newcomer awards.
The first of a series: a picture book depicting the gentle adventures and friendships of a small rabbit.
A warm-hearted story centered on Tōsuke, who plays the flute. Recipient of a literary award.
A child-friendly retelling of Old Testament stories.
A travelogue recording impressions from a stay in Germany, observing nature, towns and people.
Akiko Kayama left a body of warm children's literature often centered on nature and animals, translated works into Japanese, and produced child-friendly religious writings. She also served as the head of the religious organization Dōkai.