Lately, I see more and more Japanese sewing books becoming noticed in non Japanese-speaking sewing communities. I think many of these Japanese books have good line drawings to show construction processes so one could understand them even without written instructions. If you have sewn a dress or two before, you can make a pretty good guess about what they are about.
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Understanding a typical Japanese sewing pattern – Japanese Sewing, Pattern, Craft Books and Fabrics
Getting started with Japanese sewing patterns