{"product_id":"legends-of-japanese-mythology-by-thersa-matsuura-and-tomii-masako","title":"LEGENDS OF JAPANESE MYTHOLOGY BY THERSA MATSUURA AND TOMII MASAKO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEnter a captivating world of heroes, spirits, monsters, and yōkai in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eLegends of Japanese Mythology.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003estunning illustrated anthology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes you on an adventure through time to a world of mystical power, battles, quests, and intrigue. Featuring otherworldly artwork from Tomii Masako and enchanting text from the host of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003epopular podcast\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eUncanny Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Thersa Matsuura, this collection of timeless tales is perfect for all lovers of Japanese mythology and folklore. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eInside, you'll find \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e50 profiles of legendary people and mystical beings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, each accompanied by a stunning portrait, such as: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmperor Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan and a descendent of the Sun Goddess. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIzagani-no-Mikoto and Izanamino-Mikoto, who used their bejewelled spear to create the islands of Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRyūjin, who used two jewels to control the ocean. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNopperabō, faceless ghosts who enjoy scaring unsuspecting people. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOni, huge red or blue ogres who dwell in the mountains. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanuki, the shape-shifting raccoon dogs who play tricks on the locals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamamo no Mae, the most powerful and dangerous nine-tailed fox spirit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe profiles are interspersed with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003efamous mythological tales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Three Sacred Treasures,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a story about valor, wisdom, and benevolence, as well as pieces of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ereal historical information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to contextualize them, like facts about the legendary warriors.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eA feast for the eyes, celebrate the wealth of Japan’s heritage and culture and capture young imaginations with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eLegends of Japanese Mythology! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eHardcover Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Games and Stuff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51572333838582,"sku":"9781836004745","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3303\/7465\/files\/91STdw6uwlL._SL1500.jpg?v=1788278687","url":"https:\/\/www.gamesandstuffonline.com\/products\/legends-of-japanese-mythology-by-thersa-matsuura-and-tomii-masako","provider":"Games and Stuff","version":"1.0","type":"link"}