Japanese Mythology: A Fascinating Guide to the Gods, Heroes, Folklore and Traditions of Ancient Japan - Paperback

by Arthur Weiss (Author)

Japanese Mythology opens a window into the rich spiritual and cultural heritage that has shaped Japan's identity for thousands of years. It is a dramatic world inhabited by gods and spirits, where supernatural beings lurk in forest shadows and heroes accomplish great feats.
This guide takes you on a journey through the supernatural realms of gods and mischievous youkai, evil oni demons and powerful dragons.
In this journey awaits you:

• The Creation Myth of the World and Japan
• The pantheote of the major Japanese Gods and Goddesses.
• Stories of great Japanese Heroes and Historical Figures
• Legends of Monsters and Mythical Beings
• Deaths and Afterlife in Japanese Mythology and Religion
• Japanese perception of Other Worlds
• Influence of Japanese Mythology on Modern Culture