Japanese sculpture is one of the brightest phenomena of world art. The book, the first Soviet edition on the subject, traces the evolution of Japanese sculpture from its origins to its peak during the Asuka, Nara periods. Heian, Kamakura, which are dedicated to individual sections of the book. More than 100 color and tone illustrations give an idea of ​ ​ the outstanding monuments of Japanese sculpture, their inextricable connection with architecture, painting and natural space. The book is intended for specialists and wide circles of fine art lovers.