{"product_id":"legends-of-japanese-mythology","title":"Legends of Japanese Mythology","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet the Heroes, Spirits, Monsters and Yokai of Japanese Folklore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: Thersa Matsuura, Tomii Masako (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter a captivating world of heroes, spirits, monsters and yōkai in Legends of Japanese Mythology. This beautifully detailed illustrated anthology takes readers on an adventure through time to a world of mystical power, battles, quests and intrigue. Featuring otherworldly artwork from Tomii Masako and enchanting text from the host of popular podcast Uncanny Japan, Thersa Matsuura, this collection of timeless tales is the perfect gift for lovers of Japanese mythology and folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, you’ll find 50 profiles of legendary people and mystical beings, each accompanied by a stunning portrait. You’ll meet:\u003cbr\u003e• Emperor Jimmu, the first emperor of Japan and a descendent of the Sun Goddess\u003cbr\u003e• Izagani-no-Mikoto and Izanamino-Mikoto, who used their bejewelled spear to create the islands of Japan\u003cbr\u003e• Ryūjin, who used two jewels to control the ocean\u003cbr\u003e• Nopperabō, faceless ghosts who enjoy scaring unsuspecting people\u003cbr\u003e• Oni, huge red or blue ogres who dwell in the mountains\u003cbr\u003e• Tanuki, the shape-shifting raccoon dogs who play tricks on the locals\u003cbr\u003e• Tamamo no Mae, the most powerful and dangerous nine-tailed fox spirit\u003cbr\u003eand more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries: Legends of the Past\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 1st September 2026\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 80\u003cbr\u003eFor Ages: Up to 15 years old\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Quarto UK\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Publication: GB\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (cm): 26.0 x 20.1 x 1.6\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Larrikin House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67327771476209,"sku":"9781836004738","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/5368\/3441\/files\/LegendsofJapaneseMythology.webp?v=1793077014","url":"https:\/\/larrikinhouse.com.au\/products\/legends-of-japanese-mythology","provider":"Larrikin House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}