The book of Japanese folklore : an encyclopedia of the spirits, monsters, and yōkai of Japanese myth : the stories of the mischievous kappa, trickster kitsune, horrendous oni, and more
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Author
Matsuura, Thersa,
Contributors
Wang, Michelle, illustrator.
Published
New York : Adams Media, 2024.
Edition
First Adams Media hardcover edition.
Physical Description
239 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Checked Out
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Library of Congress Subjects
Encyclopedias.
Folklore -- Japan -- Encyclopedias.
Mythology, Japanese -- Encyclopedias.

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Published
New York : Adams Media, 2024.
Format
Book
Edition
First Adams Media hardcover edition.
Language
English

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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 230-231) and index.
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.
Language
In English; including Japanese words or phrases in the vernacular script.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Matsuura, T., & Wang, M. (2024). The book of Japanese folklore: an encyclopedia of the spirits, monsters, and yōkai of Japanese myth : the stories of the mischievous kappa, trickster kitsune, horrendous oni, and more (First Adams Media hardcover edition.). Adams Media.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Matsuura, Thersa and Michelle, Wang. 2024. The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yōkai of Japanese Myth : The Stories of the Mischievous Kappa, Trickster Kitsune, Horrendous Oni, and More. Adams Media.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Matsuura, Thersa and Michelle, Wang. The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yōkai of Japanese Myth : The Stories of the Mischievous Kappa, Trickster Kitsune, Horrendous Oni, and More Adams Media, 2024.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Matsuura, Thersa,, and Michelle Wang. The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yōkai of Japanese Myth : The Stories of the Mischievous Kappa, Trickster Kitsune, Horrendous Oni, and More First Adams Media hardcover edition., Adams Media, 2024.

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