There are a large number of legends and stories about ghosts and spirits circulating in Japan. These folk tales passed down orally by the local people are not only an important part of Japanese culture, but also an indispensable source of creation for Japanese literati and scholars. This series of books selects classic ghost stories from Japanese literary masters such as Koizumi Yakumo, Tanaka Kontaro, Akutagawa Ryunosuke, etc., Such as the legend of human facial sores, fox fairy repaying kindness, mountain spirits, toad shrines, ghost waterfalls, etc. It almost contains the most widely circulated and classic folk tales in Japan. In the writings of the masters, these stories are either sad, humorous, warning, or allegorical. They are colorful and varied in form. They are all filled with a strong unique flavor of traditional Japanese literature and a strong local flavor of Fuso. They have had a profound and significant impact on later generations and have been adapted and re-created in various forms by later generations. Famous writers such as Kyogoku Natsuhiko, Yumezumaru, and Tanizaki Junichiro were all deeply influenced by these works. These folk tales are also an important window for others to understand Japan, and they have made a huge contribution to others' understanding of Japanese traditional folk culture.
Reader comments
Envy? Saw it at night.
Human nature is scarier than ghosts. A hundred ghosts walk at night, and some people enjoy it among them.
How did I just discover such a beautiful book? ! !
I accidentally read the first book in the university library, and unexpectedly encountered it again here, and then I couldn't stop listening to books. It's a really good Japanese legend, and the book cover is very antique and charming. I really recommend it to everyone. It's not particularly scary, and it's suitable for people who like supernatural things but are timid.
This book is really great! What can I say, each story gives me different feelings, which is quite interesting.
Japanese legends passed down orally are indispensable for fairies and monsters, as well as the battle between good and evil and the contrast between good and evil; for example, Buddhist monks and ghosts, and cannibal ghosts are actually old monks who work hard to cultivate themselves; and the transformation of monks is also due to the fact that long-term efforts have not been rewarded, practice has no results, and desire and greed have overcome goodwill and reason. As Benedict described in The Chrysanthemum and the Sword, Japanese culture is about the two poles of good and evil, with extreme good giving birth to extreme evil; and the one thing that remains unchanged is Tao. These folk tales also show Japan's country's respect for traditions and classics from the side, and are worth learning from our countrymen.
It's so beautiful, the story is so wonderful🤩🤩
It's not bad to learn about Japanese stories, but because they are folk tales, some of the stories are a bit top-heavy and have no beginning or end, and they are not like traditional Chinese stories where good and evil are all rewarded. In short, if you are interested in Japanese culture, it is worth a visit.
There are a large number of legends and stories about ghosts and spirits circulating in Japan. These folk tales passed down orally by the local people are not only an important part of Japanese culture, but also an indispensable source of creation for Japanese literati and scholars. Such as the legends of human facial sores, fox spirits repaying favor, mountain spirits, toad shrines, ghost waterfalls, etc., Which almost include the most widely spread and classic folk tales in Japan. In the writings of masters, these stories are either sad, humorous, warning, or allegorical. They are colorful, varied, and very interesting.
There are a large number of legends and stories about ghosts and spirits circulating in Japan. Most of these stories are folk tales passed down orally from the people. They are not only an important part of Japanese culture, but also an indispensable source of creation for Japanese scholars. This book shows many supernatural events such as the little fox repaying kindness and the toad shrine. It reveals some local humanistic culture in Japan and can help us better understand the living conditions and ideological state of the Japanese people. It gives us a better perspective on Japanese traditional folk culture and a better understanding of the Japanese group.
Although different cultures and backgrounds may make it a little difficult to understand, it is still good.
A collection of colorful traditional Japanese folk tales. Rooted in Japan's rich cultural tradition, these stories tell tales of love, friendship, courage and wisdom through myths, legends and fables. The stories in the book are closely related to the four seasons, showing the scenery and people in different seasons. By reading these folk tales, readers can feel Japan's unique cultural atmosphere and wisdom inheritance. "Japanese Folktales (All Seasons)" is an engaging book for readers who enjoy cultural exploration and story reading.
Very good, the story is also very interesting
Super beautiful, fantasy, love, monsters and ghosts, very unique
I support you, it's so beautiful
Big cheers for the author
By compiling some short stories passed down orally by the local people, it shares many interesting and vivid anecdotes with readers. Some of the stories in the book, such as the lighthouse ghost, the man lying on the corpse, and the ghost in the tea bowl, are very strange but interesting, wonderful and fascinating. The author's detailed description brings readers into the story, leaving them suspenseful and thought-provoking. Although each short story looks a little scary, it is really interesting.
It's so refreshing in the middle of the night 😂 I really like these Japanese stories about ghosts and monsters.
I really like this book, it's wonderful.
Very interesting. I really like this little story ꈍ◡ꈍ
It took me a while to listen to it. They are some interesting little stories. I can sharpen my ears in my spare time. They are not bad.
Japanese version of "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio"!
It can be pretty
Legend one by one
It's quite scary, I'll get scared when I watch it at night
Envy? Saw it at night.
Human nature is scarier than ghosts. A hundred ghosts walk at night, and some people enjoy it among them.
How did I just discover such a beautiful book? ! !
I accidentally read the first book in the university library, and unexpectedly encountered it again here, and then I couldn't stop listening to books. It's a really good Japanese legend, and the book cover is very antique and charming. I really recommend it to everyone. It's not particularly scary, and it's suitable for people who like supernatural things but are timid.
This book is really great! What can I say, each story gives me different feelings, which is quite interesting.
Japanese legends passed down orally are indispensable for fairies and monsters, as well as the battle between good and evil and the contrast between good and evil; for example, Buddhist monks and ghosts, and cannibal ghosts are actually old monks who work hard to cultivate themselves; and the transformation of monks is also due to the fact that long-term efforts have not been rewarded, practice has no results, and desire and greed have overcome goodwill and reason. As Benedict described in The Chrysanthemum and the Sword, Japanese culture is about the two poles of good and evil, with extreme good giving birth to extreme evil; and the one thing that remains unchanged is Tao. These folk tales also show Japan's country's respect for traditions and classics from the side, and are worth learning from our countrymen.
It's so beautiful, the story is so wonderful🤩🤩
It's not bad to learn about Japanese stories, but because they are folk tales, some of the stories are a bit top-heavy and have no beginning or end, and they are not like traditional Chinese stories where good and evil are all rewarded. In short, if you are interested in Japanese culture, it is worth a visit.
There are a large number of legends and stories about ghosts and spirits circulating in Japan. These folk tales passed down orally by the local people are not only an important part of Japanese culture, but also an indispensable source of creation for Japanese literati and scholars. Such as the legends of human facial sores, fox spirits repaying favor, mountain spirits, toad shrines, ghost waterfalls, etc., Which almost include the most widely spread and classic folk tales in Japan. In the writings of masters, these stories are either sad, humorous, warning, or allegorical. They are colorful, varied, and very interesting.
There are a large number of legends and stories about ghosts and spirits circulating in Japan. Most of these stories are folk tales passed down orally from the people. They are not only an important part of Japanese culture, but also an indispensable source of creation for Japanese scholars. This book shows many supernatural events such as the little fox repaying kindness and the toad shrine. It reveals some local humanistic culture in Japan and can help us better understand the living conditions and ideological state of the Japanese people. It gives us a better perspective on Japanese traditional folk culture and a better understanding of the Japanese group.
Although different cultures and backgrounds may make it a little difficult to understand, it is still good.
A collection of colorful traditional Japanese folk tales. Rooted in Japan's rich cultural tradition, these stories tell tales of love, friendship, courage and wisdom through myths, legends and fables. The stories in the book are closely related to the four seasons, showing the scenery and people in different seasons. By reading these folk tales, readers can feel Japan's unique cultural atmosphere and wisdom inheritance. "Japanese Folktales (All Seasons)" is an engaging book for readers who enjoy cultural exploration and story reading.
Very good, the story is also very interesting
Super beautiful, fantasy, love, monsters and ghosts, very unique
I support you, it's so beautiful
Big cheers for the author
By compiling some short stories passed down orally by the local people, it shares many interesting and vivid anecdotes with readers. Some of the stories in the book, such as the lighthouse ghost, the man lying on the corpse, and the ghost in the tea bowl, are very strange but interesting, wonderful and fascinating. The author's detailed description brings readers into the story, leaving them suspenseful and thought-provoking. Although each short story looks a little scary, it is really interesting.
It's so refreshing in the middle of the night 😂 I really like these Japanese stories about ghosts and monsters.
I really like this book, it's wonderful.
Very interesting. I really like this little story ꈍ◡ꈍ
It took me a while to listen to it. They are some interesting little stories. I can sharpen my ears in my spare time. They are not bad.
Japanese version of "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio"!
It can be pretty
Legend one by one
It's quite scary, I'll get scared when I watch it at night
Good, good, good, good
This book is good but quite scary at times.