{"product_id":"9784805317235","title":"Strange Japanese Yokai","description":"Author: Kenji Murakami\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9784805317235\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Berkeley Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 May 2023\u003cbr\u003ePages: 192\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge range 14+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSince time immemorial, Japan has been inhabited by supernatural creatures, spirits, monsters and demons...Here\u0026amp;#x27;s your chance to meet them up close and personal!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrange Japanese Yokai assembles an extraordinary collection of mysterious creatures in every possible shape and size, each with their own unique back story. Some are well-known, others obscure. The one thing they share in common is that they are creepy and weird!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 122 different Yokai described in this book include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Kappa: A dangerous creature who lives in lakes and rivers and attacks passers-by\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Nurarihyon: A mysterious Yokai with a huge head who steals food, tobacco and alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Yadokai: A mischievous former monk who wanders at night vandalizing and being a pest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ohaguru: A scary Yokai with black teeth who looks like a beautiful woman from afar until she gets closer, smiles, and reveals herself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd over 100 more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYokai expert Kenji Murakami identifies each Yokai, explains the history, where they commonly appear, and their strange powers. The book is illustrated with hundreds of full-colour drawings showcasing the fascinating features of these strange creatures. Every monster here, no matter how disgusting, is part of the rich cultural legacy of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e*Recommended for readers ages 14 \u0026amp; up*\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46875662516382,"sku":"ADS-9784805317235","price":29.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9784805317235.jpg?v=1779755215","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9784805317235","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}