The Gods of Japan

JAPANESE-ENGLISH BILINGUAL BOOKS

Author Naobumi Abe(Author） , Michael Brase(Translater）

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Exploring Japanese Mythology and Shrines — A Bilingual Guide to the Gods of Japan

Japan’s oldest chronicle, the Kojiki, describes both the creation of the Japanese archipelago and the divine lineage of its emperors. From these ancient myths emerge countless deities, many of whom are still enshrined across the country today—in over 110,000 shrines.

This bilingual book introduces the origins of Japanese mythology, its central gods, and the shrines where they are worshipped. Alongside vivid photographs and accessible explanations in both Japanese and English, readers will gain insight into Japan’s unique view of religion—where gods coexist with everyday life—and a deeper understanding of the cultural identity shaped by these ancient beliefs.

A note on corrections:
・On page 189, there was an error in the English translation.
・Incorrect: It was meant to protect the city from the unlucky northwestern direction.
・Correct: It was meant to protect the city from the unlucky southwestern direction.
・We apologize for the oversight and will correct this in future editions.

Print Book Price1,650 Yen

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Title	The Gods of Japan
Author	Naobumi Abe(Author） , Michael Brase(Translater）
ISBN	9784794606242
Print Book Price	1650 Yen
First Published	October 2020
Number of Pages	214 pages
Book Size	188mm x 113mm
Genre	JAPANESE-ENGLISH BILINGUAL BOOKS