Dive into the fascinating world of Japanese myths and discover the origins of children's favourite heroes!
A fabulous journey to the heart of Japanese culture, where you can discover the extraordinary adventures and attributes of twenty fantastic creatures:
Kami: deities with incredible magical powers.
Yokai: fantastic beings in the form of ghosts, monsters or everyday objects.
Dragons: legendary creatures respected and feared.
Heroes and Heroines: from empress to samurai and children with extraordinary gifts.
A fascinating gallery of mythological characters of extraordinary origins who have inspired iconic childhood characters such as Pokémon, Naturo, Totoro and Mario.
An unforgettable book to give as a gift for a unique and enriching experience, bridging the gap between Japanese mythology and today's culture!
Authors : Christiane Lavaquerie-Klein, Laurence Paix-Rusterholtz, Nina Hayer (Illustrations)