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title: "Japanese Myths (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends)"
price: "¥2618"
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reviews_count: 4
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# Rich cultural lore Part of Flame Tree 451 series Authentic Japanese myths Japanese Myths (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends)

**Price:** ¥2618
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## Summary

> 📖 Unlock the mystic world of Japan’s legends—where tradition meets timeless intrigue!

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- **What is this?** Japanese Myths (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends)
- **How much does it cost?** ¥2618 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Dive into Timeless Legends:** Explore Japan’s ancient gods, spirits, and folklore with unmatched cultural depth.
- • **Culturally Rich & Informative:** Gain insights into Shinto and Buddhist traditions shaping Japan’s imperial and warrior heritage.
- • **Highly Rated Folklore Classic:** Enjoy a 4.6-star rated book celebrated for its comprehensive and authentic storytelling.
- • **Curated for the Discerning Reader:** A sophisticated collection perfect for millennials craving authentic mythological narratives.
- • **Part of the Flame Tree 451 Collection:** Join a community of fantasy and myth enthusiasts with this exclusive series.

## Overview

Japanese Myths (The World's Greatest Myths and Legends) offers a deep dive into Japan’s rich tapestry of gods, spirits, and folklore, blending Shinto and Buddhist traditions. Part of the acclaimed Flame Tree 451 series, this book is a must-have for readers seeking authentic cultural myths with a sophisticated edge, boasting a strong 4.6-star rating and a respected place in folklore literature.

## Description

Japan's mythology is alive with gods, spirits and monsters. It draws on Buddhist and Shinto traditions to explain the nature of the world of the island of Japan, and the heavenly status of the long line of emperors. The warrior class of the imperial court, and the natural spirits of the countryside represent parallel and interdependent aspects of Japanese society, explored through ancient legend and folklore in this fascinating new book in the Flame Tree Myths and Legend series. FLAME TREE 451 : From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Review: Book Review: Japanese Myths – A Bit Boring for Kids - Japanese Myths covers fascinating legends like Amaterasu, but the writing feels a bit dry for kids. It’s informative and culturally rich, yet more like a textbook than a storybook. Better suited for older readers than young children looking for exciting tales.
Review: Good range of myths - Really good range of traditional Japanese myths.

## Features

- New Store Stock

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 606,860 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 2,167 in Folklore (Books) 4,954 in Fairy Tales (Books) 6,550 in Myths & Fairy Tales |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 54 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book Review: Japanese Myths – A Bit Boring for Kids
*by L***N on 1 March 2026*

Japanese Myths covers fascinating legends like Amaterasu, but the writing feels a bit dry for kids. It’s informative and culturally rich, yet more like a textbook than a storybook. Better suited for older readers than young children looking for exciting tales.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good range of myths
*by A***R on 10 May 2025*

Really good range of traditional Japanese myths.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good as a starting book
*by T***G on 8 November 2022*

The book was great and touched on the main points of Japanese mythology

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*Last updated: 2026-10-26*