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The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yokai of Japanese Myth
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It is beautiful and got here quickly! I am disappointed there is a deep long scratch on the cover but Iβm sure thatβs from the shipping
December 21, 2024
F**e π³**πΈ
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Very well made and written, I love that there are pronunciations too. Iβm very interested to learn more about each of the creatures featured in this book.
October 31, 2024
R**n U**h
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This book arrived quite quickly. It it beautiful through and through. The illustrations are amazing.
October 8, 2024
J**7
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Fast delivery! The book is awesome looking on the illustrations. Content is easy to follow to read. Iβm giving this as gift. Hope they like it!
September 17, 2024
K**j
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Great book, I love the artwork. My son loves the stories.
October 13, 2024
R**e t** C**t
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Informative and the artwork is beautiful! I like that it has both traditional and modern interpretations.
November 5, 2024
T**h p**π¦
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Love it, this was a gift for my man as he is very into mythical things like these, the book is wonderful.
January 9, 2025
u**l
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High quality illustrations and love the book. Iβm a sucker for high gloss pages.
January 9, 2025
S**n
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Got this book as a Christmas gift for a co worker. And she loved it. The illustration is amazing.
December 15, 2024
s**k
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Love the book gives you translation etymology an overview of each YΕkai their background popular stories and modern stories
October 21, 2024
A**y
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Haven't read yet, but flipped through when it showed up. It looks interesting and informative.
September 11, 2024
F**g M**y S**s β**
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Have been to two Japanese-themed cultural events this month, and this book is helping broaden my understanding of Japanese mythology
October 26, 2024
J**e R**l
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Can't stop reading! I love learning about folklore from different places
December 7, 2024
K**5
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Book shipped really fast. Husband is Japanese and uses Japanese lore as inspiration in his paintings so seeing this come up in an ad was perfect.
October 3, 2024
P**e
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This is super cool and I cannot wait to read it and learn more about Japanese folklore
September 3, 2024
T**1
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Love the stories and of course the pictures
October 7, 2024
A**r P**l
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When the package came it was already opened and the book was missing all that was left inside was the receipt for ordering the book . No book. And no refund or them contacting me back to set things right
February 27, 2025
** M**y ** L**i **
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It's a Christmas gift my mother-in-law she likes Japanese folklore
December 15, 2024
u**1
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Exactly what I hoped it was going to be ! π
November 24, 2024
P**N
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Cool book about Yokai.
January 30, 2025
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LanguageEnglish
Edition TypeRegular Edition
Cover TypeHard Cover
AuthorThersa Matsuura
Quantity Per Pack1
Year2024
Number of Pages240
ISBN/ISSN9781507221914
PublisherAdams Media
Product description
Discover everything youβve ever wondered about the legendary spirits, creatures, and figures of Japanese folklore including how they have found their way into every corner of our pop culture from the creator of the podcast Uncanny Japan.
Welcome to The Book of Japanese Folklore: a fascinating journey through Japanβs folklore through profiles of the legendary creatures and beings who continue to live on in pop culture today.
From the sly kitsune to the orgrish oni and mischievous shape-shifting tanuki, learn all about the origins of these fantastical and mythical creatures. This gorgeous package is complete with stained edges and stunning four-color illustrations. With information on their cultural significance, a retelling of a popular tale tied to that particular yokai, and how itβs been spun into todayβs popular culture, this handsome tome teaches you about the stories and histories of the beings that inspired characters in your favorite movies, animes, manga, and games.
Adventure, mystery, and amazing tales await in The Book of Japanese Folklore.
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