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THE BOOK OF JAPANESE FOLKLORE: AN ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SPIRITS, MONSTERS, AND YOKAI OF JAPANESE MYTH

THE BOOK OF JAPANESE FOLKLORE: AN ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE SPIRITS, MONSTERS, AND YOKAI OF JAPANESE MYTH

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Discover everything you’ve 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.

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The Book of Japanese Folklore: a fascinating journey through Japan’s 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 it’s been spun into today’s 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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