{"product_id":"legends-of-japanese-mythology-meet-the-heroes-spirits-monsters-and-yokai-of-japanese-folklore-9781836004745","title":"Legends of Japanese Mythology: Meet the Heroes, Spirits, Monsters and Yokai of Japanese Folklore","description":"\u003cb\u003eEnter a captivating world of heroes, spirits, monsters, and yōkai in \u003ci\u003eLegends of Japanese Mythology. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis \u003cb\u003estunning illustrated anthology\u003c\/b\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 \u003cb\u003epopular podcast \u003ci\u003eUncanny Japan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, Thersa Matsuura, this collection of timeless tales is perfect for all lovers of Japanese mythology and folklore. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInside, you'll find \u003cb\u003e50 profiles of legendary people and mystical beings\u003c\/b\u003e, each accompanied by a stunning portrait, such as: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmperor Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan and a descendent of the Sun Goddess. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIzagani-no-Mikoto and Izanamino-Mikoto, who used their bejewelled spear to create the islands of Japan. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyūjin, who used two jewels to control the ocean. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNopperabō, faceless ghosts who enjoy scaring unsuspecting people. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOni, huge red or blue ogres who dwell in the mountains. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTanuki, the shape-shifting raccoon dogs who play tricks on the locals. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTamamo no Mae, the most powerful and dangerous nine-tailed fox spirit. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe profiles are interspersed with \u003cb\u003efamous mythological tales\u003c\/b\u003e, such as \u003ci\u003eThe Three Sacred Treasures, \u003c\/i\u003e a story about valor, wisdom, and benevolence, as well as pieces of \u003cb\u003ereal historical information\u003c\/b\u003e to contextualize them, like facts about the legendary warriors. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA feast for the eyes, celebrate the wealth of Japan's heritage and culture and capture young imaginations with \u003ci\u003eLegends of Japanese Mythology! \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wide Eyed Editions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781836004745\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.23lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.24h x 7.91w x 0.55d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 07\/01\/2026 pg. 115\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Thersa Matsuura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52774261096629,"sku":"9781836004745","price":21.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/legends-of-japanese-mythology-meet-the-heroes-spirits-monsters-and-yokai-of-japanese-folklore-9781836004745","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}