Desde la creación del mundo y los primeros emperadores hasta seres mágicos y espíritus traviesos, cada página revela los secretos de una de las culturas más fascinantes del planeta.
Conoce al astuto kitsune -el zorro capaz de cambiar de forma-, al peculiar kappa -amante de los pepinos y la lucha de sumo-, al legendario emperador Jimmu y a la diosa del sol Amaterasu.
Con fabulosas narraciones de la escritora japonesa Masako Carey e ilustraciones de gran belleza de la galardonada Katie Ponder, estas historias acercan a los jóvenes lectores a un universo lleno de magia, aventuras y sabiduría ancestral.
Un regalo perfecto para niños curiosos que adoran las aventuras y las leyendas.
Enter a world of powerful gods, extraordinary creatures, and brave warriors in this thrilling compendium of Japanese myths. With more than 25 exciting tales backed by fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers intrigued by ancient Japanese culture and mythology.
From the creation of the world to the first emperors, this book charts the full sweep of Japanese myth, revealing fascinating aspects of ancient Japanese ritual and customs along the way. Meet a whole host of mischievous creatures, such as the shapeshifting fox-spirit kitsune and the turtle-like kappa who loves cucumbers and sumo-wrestling! Say hello to the mighty gods and emperors, including the legendary first emperor of Japan, Jimmu, and the powerful sun goddess Amaterasu, the chief deity in Shintoism.
With delightful retellings by Japanese-born storyteller Masako Carey and featuring beautiful illustrations by award-winning illustrator Katie Ponder throughout, Myths of Japan is the perfect gift for children who love myths and legends.
