{"product_id":"japanese-myths","title":"Japanese Myths","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapan’s origin story dates from the eight century CE, written in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki. From the first creation of heaven, earth and the Japanese archipelago from the tip of a spear by the gods Izanagi and Izanami, Shinto and Buddhist traditions make up the cornerstones of Japanese mythology. \u003ci\u003eJapanese Myths \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a clear, concise introduction to this fascinating if little- known world. Find out about Hachiman (八幡神), the mighty god of war and the divine protector of Japan and its people. Marvel at Fujin (風神), the god of the wind, a popular but terrifying demon – his bag of air is thought to move all the world’s winds, and he is a powerful force of nature alongside his brother, the thunder god Raijin. See Hotei (布袋), the “Laughing Buddha” and one of the most well-known symbols of Buddhism – rubbing his belly is said to bring good luck. And enjoy the myth of Shita-kiri Suzume, or “Toung-Cut Sparrow”, which explores the effects of greed, friendship and jealousy. Illustrated with 150 photographs and artworks, \u003ci\u003eJapanese Myths\u003c\/i\u003e is an accessible, entertaining and highly informative exploration of everything from the kami holy spirits venerated in Shinto religion to the divine origins of the Japanese imperial family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amber Books","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":53391580725521,"sku":"9781838863180","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/6890\/3185\/files\/cover_bc6f258a-d02c-4ed7-a128-e07561f6a250.jpeg?v=1776866261","url":"https:\/\/www.stablebookgroup.com\/products\/japanese-myths","provider":"Stable Book Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}