Thersa Matsuura (Books)

Thersa Matsuura Books

This author delves into the mysterious and unexplored corners of Japanese culture and traditions, drawing inspiration from her long-term residency in Japan. As a long-term expat fluent in Japanese, she uses her insights to research cultural facets unfamiliar to a Western audience. She then spins this information into her own compelling short fiction, evoking a sense of the uncanny and the fascinating. Her writing offers a unique lens through which to view the intersection of cultures and the supernatural.

The Book of Japanese Folklore: An Encyclopedia of the Spirits, Monsters, and Yokai of Japanese Myth

240 pages
9 hours of reading

"Welcome to The Book of Japanese Folklore: a fascinating journey through Japan's folklore through profiles of the legendary creatures and beings who continue to live on in pop culture today. From the sly kitsune to the orgrish oni and mischievous shape-shifting tanuki, learn all about the origins of these fantastical and mythical creatures. With information on their cultural significance, a retelling of a popular tale tied to that particular yokai, and how it's been spun into today's popular culture, this beautifully illustrated tome teaches you about the stories and histories of the beings that inspired characters in your favorite movies, animes, manga, and games. Adventure, mystery, and amazing tales await in The Book of Japanese Folklore"--