The Japanese Yokai Handbook: A Guide to the Spookiest Ghosts, Demons, Monsters and Evil Creatures from Japanese Folklore

This book is a great resource for anyone interested in Japanese folklore, mythology, or just curious about the strange and fascinating creatures that populate the country's mythology.
This book is a comprehensive guide to Japan's most terrifying creatures, known as Yokai. It features 100 profiles of these strange and fascinating beings, including the Tengu, Kappa, and Peroritaro, and includes over 175 full-color illustrations to depict their appearances. Yokai expert Masami Kinoshita has documented Yokai in folklore and real life for many years, and this book presents her most interesting findings. Whether you are interested in Japanese folklore, mythology, or just curious about the strange and fascinating creatures that populate the country's mythology, this book is a great resource.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 14 November 2023
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Prepare to embark on a spine-tingling journey through Japan's eerie and captivating world of mythical creatures! Known as Yokai, these supernatural beings come in a vast array of shapes and forms, ranging from terrifying ghosts and vicious demons to adorable fairies and enchanting animals. Their nature is as diverse as it is mysterious, oscillating between evil monsters, harmless tricksters, or even prophets of doom, depending on their inclination.

In this captivating book, we delve into the realm of 100 of the most fascinating Yokai, each with its own unique story and characteristics. From the powerful Tengu, who takes human form with wings and a large nose and resides in the mountains and forests, to the deadly Kappa, who lures unsuspecting passersby into the water to drown, and the grotesque Peroritaro, who resembles a blubbering child with an insatiable appetite for greedy children, the list of Yokai is endless.

Yokai expert Masami Kinoshita has dedicated her life to documenting Yokai in folklore and in real life. Her extensive research and expertise have resulted in this comprehensive book, which presents her most intriguing findings and over 175 stunning full-color illustrations that vividly depict the appearances of these peculiar creatures.

Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Japanese mythology or a newcomer seeking to explore the depths of this fascinating culture, "Japan's Scariest Creatures" is a must-read. Each Yokai has a strange and wonderful story that will captivate your imagination and leave you in awe of the rich tapestry of Japanese folklore. So, grab your copy today and prepare to be transported to a world where myth and reality intertwine, where the line between good and evil is blurred, and where the supernatural reigns supreme!

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 203 x 130 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9784805317280