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Author Matsuura, Thersa, author.

Title The book of Japanese folklore : an encyclopedia of the spirits, monsters, and yokai of Japanese myth : the stories of the mischievous kappa, trickster kitsune, horrendous oni, and more / Thersa Matsuura, creator of the Uncanny Japan podcast ; illustrated by Michelle Wang.

Edition First Adams Media hardcover edition.
Publication Info. New York : Adams Media, [2024]
4 holds on first copy returned of 2 copies
Bookmark link: https://library.naperville-lib.org:444/record=b3202515~S1
Location Call No. Status
 Naper Blvd. Adult Nonfiction-NEW  398.20952 MAT    ON HOLDSHELF
 Nichols Adult Nonfiction-NEW  398.20952 MAT    IN TRANSIT +1 HOLD
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Description 240 pages : 4-color with illustrations ; 21 cm.
Series World mythology and folklore
World mythology (Mankato, Minn.)
Summary "Welcome to 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. 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 beautifully illustrated 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"-- Provided by publisher.
Note Includes index.
Subject Folklore -- Japan -- Encyclopedias.
Added Author Wang, Michelle, illustrator.
ISBN 9781507221914 (hardcover)
1507221916
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