Java 3D API Tutorial - This tutorial introduces the main concepts of the Java 3D API, including many code samples, examples, and diagrams. You can view chapters online or download the PDF file.

http://java.sun.com/developer/onlineTraining/java3d/

Java 3D joy ride - New to the world of 3D? This tutorial offers Java developers an introduction to the concepts involved with 3D programming in general and the Java 3D API in particular. IBM 3D software engineer and gamer at heart Suzy Deffeyes takes you on a joy ride through the world of Java 3D programming with a high-level discussion of the concepts involved and a detailed look at scene graphs -- the fundamental object used to describe the scene you want to render. (registration required)

http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/edu/j-dw-java3d-i.html

2D Text Tutorial - Because the Java 2D Text APIs provide a wealth of functionality, this tutorial focuses on what you need to know to use the java.awt.font.TextLayout class to create exciting, interesting, and interactive styled text in any language supported by the Unicode character set. After going through this tutorial, you should have enough information to explore the remaining functionality on your own.

http://java.sun.com/developer/onlineTraining/Media/2DText/