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Japanese Mythology: A Concise Guide to the Gods, Heroes, Sagas, Rituals and Beliefs of Japanese Myths
This book is dedicated to exploring the gods and goddesses that the Japanese worshiped, and within the pages you will find subtopics
Ancient, exciting stories, mysterious myths and intriguing legends from Japan.
Gods and goddesses that were common in Japan thousands of years ago.
Historical anecdotes and fun, related background facts.
The intense meaning and purpose of swords in Japanese culture.
The controversial legend of Issun Boshi.
Real folklore monuments and locations you can visit that date back to times of mythological beliefs.
Japanese mythology is intricate, complex, and the ideals behind their mythological beliefs were often intertwined with real life events. This book will examine how both myth and fact contributed to the culture and traditions of the Japanese, and how these influences and stories continue to live on throughout the centuries!
Ancient, exciting stories, mysterious myths and intriguing legends from Japan.
Gods and goddesses that were common in Japan thousands of years ago.
Historical anecdotes and fun, related background facts.
The intense meaning and purpose of swords in Japanese culture.
The controversial legend of Issun Boshi.
Real folklore monuments and locations you can visit that date back to times of mythological beliefs.
Japanese mythology is intricate, complex, and the ideals behind their mythological beliefs were often intertwined with real life events. This book will examine how both myth and fact contributed to the culture and traditions of the Japanese, and how these influences and stories continue to live on throughout the centuries!
44 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 22, 2018
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November 19, 2020
Eh....more of a listing of Gods with brief storytelling
September 12, 2023
Great read
This was a great read. I love everything about Japan and I love everything about mythology.. mix the two and I'm in heaven. My 13 year old daughter also found this interesting to read, she's beginning her love of all things Japanese as well.
This was a great read. I love everything about Japan and I love everything about mythology.. mix the two and I'm in heaven. My 13 year old daughter also found this interesting to read, she's beginning her love of all things Japanese as well.
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