{"product_id":"9781507221914","title":"The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yokai of Japanese Myth","description":"Author: Thersa Matsuura\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781507221914\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Adams Media\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 17 Jul 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: 240 Format: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover 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 \u003ci\u003eUncanny Japan\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\nWelcome to \u003ci\u003eThe Book of \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eJapanese Folklore\u003c\/i\u003e: a fascinating journey through Japan’s folklore through profiles of the legendary creatures and beings who continue to live on in pop culture today.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\nFrom 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\nAdventure, mystery, and amazing tales await in \u003ci\u003eThe Book of \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eJapanese Folklore\u003c\/i\u003e.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46658457370782,"sku":"HPC-9781507221914","price":32.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781507221914.jpg?v=1774926191","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781507221914","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}