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The ancient traditions of Japan hold profound lessons that continue to shape its culture today. This comprehensive work delves deeply into the folklore that has informed Japanese spirituality, values, and way of life for centuries. Within these pages, you will encounter a pantheon of kami spirits, shape-shifting foxes, and fearsome yokai monsters. Explore the rich tapestry of regional folktales, legends, and creation myths that have been passed down through oral tradition. Discover how festivals, rituals, and performing arts both celebrated and appeased the natural world. See how the Japanese people developed a unique relationship with their environment, one deeply rooted in respect, gratitude, and stewardship.This authoritative guide to Japanese folk belief systems offers new insight into the psychological roots of industriousness, community, and duty to one's ancestors so characteristic of Japanese society. Walk the path of understanding traditional wisdom that has guided the Japanese people since ancient times. An illuminating journey for those seeking to comprehend both modern Japan and ourselves.

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Book category Books in English The arts The arts: general issues Art: financial aspects

• Full title: Tales of Japanese Folklore
• Subtitle: DE
• Author: Maher Asaad Baker
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 248
• EAN: 9783384145987
• ID: 44806565
• Publisher: tredition
• Weight: 362 g
• Dimensions: 210 × 148 mm
• Date of publishing: 14. February 2024

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