# The Grateful Crane

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The crane, an elegant and beautiful bird, is considered to be auspicious in Japan. In this story, a poor farmer receives good fortune after he rescues a wounded crane. But unfortunately his curiosity gets the better of him, and his luck does not hold out. It's a short, rather sad, but beautiful story.Support the show.

Season 0 / Episode 29 Jul 2019 English United Kingdom Arts · Kids & Family

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