Uncovering Japanese Mythology: Exploring the Ancient Stories, Legends, and Folktales of the Land of the Rising Sun

Uncovering Mythology #6

by Lucas Russo

Japanese mythology is an affluent culture that encapsulates the Shinto and Buddhist traditions. In addition to some core beliefs that influence society, it also contains spiritual and religious folklore that not only shapes Japanese culture, but also guides the community on how to approach the dynamics of life.

Through this comprehensive guide, not only will you travel back to ancient worlds and legendary characters, but you’ll also uncover various creatures that encircle this unique world filled with stories about love, and sometimes betrayals, that remind us of our human nature, and even some extraordinary endings that will give you some more hope. By the time you come back to reality, you will be deeply intrigued but, most importantly, fulfilled. So, are you ready to embark on this adventure?

Inside Uncovering Japanese Mythology , you’ll








The interaction between modernization, important Japanese concepts, and the Japanese reverence for the sun, is everything you’ve been yearning to understand. Each chapter in this book will bring you a step closer to a fascinating and mysterious world and culture that has been in existence for over 2,000 years!

Are you ready to embrace a better understanding of life under the rising sun? Then read Uncovering Japanese Mythology now!

Genres: Mythology, Audiobook, History, Asia, Nonfiction

205 pages, Paperback

Published March 15, 2023

Reviews

[James Pack · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was already familiar with some Japanese mythology and this had detailed research. Sources were provided giving some legitimacy to the collected research. This is the perfect short guide for a beginner.

[Matthew Whittington · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Uncovering Japanese Mythology” by Lucas Russo is a captivating dive into Japan’s rich mythic landscape. Russo weaves together a myriad of tales from gods and spirits to legendary heroes in a very insightful way. It offers a broad and insightful view of ancient Japanese thought. Each story feels alive and meaningful, revealing layers of culture and philosophy with every page. Both entertaining and deeply informative, this book is a perfect blend of storytelling and scholarship that makes you want to learn further, but is enough to give you the jist if you’re more of a spark notes kind of person.

[Jon Scoggins · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was pretty good for a very surface level overview of Japanese Mythology. Instead of linking each member of the pantheon to a certain story or event, it just gave a list and a brief description for the more well known gods and goddesses. I do understand why the author did this because unlike Greek or Roman mythology, there are literally more than a thousand gods and goddesses in this pantheon. I think this book may of been written to whet the appetite of someone looking to gain more knowledge about Japanese culture and mythology. I would of liked a little bit more of a deep dive.

3.5/5 Stars

[Beatrice LaFontaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really Enjoyable Read with Historical Context

Our family really enjoyed exploring the Japanese Mythology and History covered in this book. It was very detailed and I especially appreciated how well researched it was with vivid descriptions of characters and creatures. I only wish there were illustrations. I know there exists many artistic representations of some of the more well known mythological chracters, and to have seen them represented would have mafe it even that much better, particularly for the children.

[Kendra Lawrence · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have read several books on Japanese myth and folklore, so some of the stuff in here i know, some I didn't. It's a quick, easy read, but a bit bare bones, providing more of a summary than anything in-depth.

[Tyler · Rating 2 out of 5]

Chapters 6 and 7 were my favorite parts of the book but overall I didn't care for this book.