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Handbook of Japanese Mythology (Handbooks of World Mythology) by Michael Ashkenazi, 2008-03-11 Japanese Tales (Pantheon fairy tale & folklore library) by Royall Tyler, 2002-08-13 Japanese Mythology A to Z by Jeremy Roberts, 2003-12 Japanese Mythology. by Juliet. Piggott, 1969-06 Japanese Mythology: Hermeneutics on Scripture (Religion in Culture: Studies in Social Contest & Construction) by Jun'ichi Isomae, 2010-03-18 Handbook of Japanese Mythology (World Mythology) by Michael Ashkenazi, 2003-11-05 Japanese Mythology (Library of the World's Myths and Legends) by Juliet Piggott, 1991-10 Japanese Fairy Tales and Others (Cosimo Classics: Mythology & Folklore) by Lafcadio Hearn, 2007-03-01 Realm of the Rising Sun: Japanese Myth (Myth and Mankind) by Charles Phillips, Michael Kerrigan, 1999-12 Japanese Mythology and the Primeval World: A Comparative Symbolic Approach by Peter Metevelis, 2009-05-22 Japanese Mythology (Mythology Around the World) by Judith Levin, 2007-09-30 Japanese Mythology (Spanish Edition) by Juliet Piggott, 1998-11 Shinto Or The Mythology Of The Japanese by Romyn Hitchcock, 2010-05-22 Amaterasu: Return of the Sun : A Japanese Myth (Graphic Myths and Legends) by Paul D. Storrie, 2008-02

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1. Japanese Mythology - Artelino
   Brief overview of Japanese deities, demons, and ghosts with art work.  
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   Extractions: Japanese Prints Sign In Register Contact us ... EDUTAINMENT All Categories Bali Art Chinese Art Contemporary Art Japanese Art Japanese Prints Modern Art Old European Prints Old Maps Tibetan Art All Megacategories Collecting Art Japanese Art 20th C. Japanese Arts Japanese Culture Japanese Geography Japanese History / Legends Japanese Literature Japanese Music Japanese Religion Japanese Sports Japanese Theater Daruma in Meditation The Japanese culture and arts have been strongly influenced by a wide-spread belief in ghosts, demons and supernatural spirits. The roots of Japanese mythology are in the Shinto religion, in Taoism and in Zen Buddhism alike. The images on this page are link-sensitive and take you to other articles or web sites in which you might be interested. Daruma is the founder of Zen Buddhism in Japan (552 AD). Originally an Indian priest named Bodhidharma, he crossed all over China to introduce Buddhism in Japan. The legend says that he crossed the sea from China to Japan standing on a bamboo. Daruma is mostly shown in a position of meditation. He is said to have lost the use of his arms and legs by meditating for nine years in a cave. Therefore he is often shown as Daruma doll without legs and arms. The Daruma dolls, or today simply called

2. Japanese Mythology - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia
   Japanese mythology is a system of beliefs that embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agriculturebased folk religion. The Shinto pantheon alone consists of an  
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   Extractions: This article is part of a series on Shinto Practices and Beliefs Kami Ritual purity Polytheism Animism ... Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto Important Literature Kojiki Nihon Shoki Fudoki Rikkokushi ... e Japanese mythology is a system of beliefs that embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agriculture-based folk religion . The Shinto pantheon alone consists of an uncountable number of kami Japanese for " gods " or " spirits "). This article will discuss only the typical elements present in Oriental mythology such as cosmogony , important deities and the best-known Japanese stories. Mainstream Japanese myths, as generally recognized today, are based on the Kojiki Nihon Shoki and some complementary books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Matters" is the oldest recognized book of myths, legends and history of Japan. The

3. Japanese Mythology In Encyclopedia
   Japanese mythology in Encyclopedia in Encyclopedia  
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4. Japanese Mythology - Academic Kids
   Japanese mythology is an extremely complex religion and system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for gods or spirits  
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   Extractions: Japanese mythology is an extremely complex religion and system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for " gods " or " spirits "). Despite the influence of the ancient Chinese civilization , much of Japanese mythology is uniquely their own. It embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agricultural-based folk beliefs . Moreover, unlike Greek Nordic and Egyptian mythology , it is very difficult to distinguish what is truly " myth " to the Japanese. This article will only discuss the typical elements present in western mythology such as cosmogony , important deities and the most well-known Japanese stories. Mainstream Japanese myths, as generally recognized today, are based on the Kojiki Nihonshoki and some complementary books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Things" is the oldest recognized book of myths, legends, and history of Japan. The Shintoshu explains origins of Japanese deities from a Buddhist perspective while the Hotsuma Tsutae records a substantially different version of mythology.

5. Japanese Mythology Download, Civilization 4 Warlords
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6. Japanese Mythology: Facts, Discussion Forum, And Encyclopedia Article
   or kamino-michi is the indigenous spirituality of Japan and the Japanese people. It is best conceived of as a set of practices, carried out diligently to establish a  
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   Extractions: Home Discussion Topics Dictionary ... Login Japanese mythology Discussion Ask a question about ' Japanese mythology Start a new discussion about ' Japanese mythology Answer questions from other users Full Discussion Forum Encyclopedia Japanese mythology is a system of beliefs that embraces Shinto Shinto or kami-no-michi is the indigenous spirituality of Japan and the Japanese people. It is best conceived of as a set of practices, carried out diligently to establish a connection between present day Japan and its ancient past. Shinto practices were first recorded and codified in the written...

7. Japanese Mythology - Wikivisual
   Japanese mythology is a complex system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8,000,000 kami (Japanese for gods or spirits ).  
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   Extractions: List of divinities in Japanese mythology ... Shigeru Mizuki Japanese mythology is a complex system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8,000,000 kami Japanese for " gods " or " spirits "). Due to the influence of the ancient Chinese civilization , much of Japanese mythology and religion originated from the mainland, though there are still many myths uniquely Japanese. It embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agricultural-based folk beliefs . This article will discuss only the typical elements present in Occidental mythology such as cosmogony , important deities and the most well-known Japanese stories. Mainstream Japanese myths, as generally recognized today, are based on the Kojiki Nihonshoki and some complementary books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Things" is the oldest recognized book of myths, legends, and history of Japan. The Shintoshu explains origins of Japanese deities from a Buddhist perspective while the Hotsuma Tsutae records a substantially different version of mythology.

8. Japanese Mythology
   Japanese mythology (Ninigino-Mikoto) In Japanese mythology, Ninigi no Mikoto (瓊瓊杵尊) was the grandson of Amaterasu, who sent him down to earth to plant rice there.  
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   Extractions: (Ninigi-no-Mikoto) In Japanese mythology, Ninigi no Mikoto (瓊瓊杵尊) was the grandson of Amaterasu, who sent him down to earth to plant rice there. He was the grandfather of Emperor Jimmu. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ninigi-no-Mikoto" Nukekubi (抜首) are monsters found in Japanese folklore. By day, nukekubi appears to be normal human beings. By night, however, their heads and necks detach smoothly from their bodies and fly about independently in search of human prey. These heads attack by first screaming to increase their victims' fright then closing and biting. ...more on Wikipedia about "Nukekubi" A Nuppeppo is a Japanese spirit; appearing at midnight in ruined temples or near graveyardsa chunk of dead flesh walking by itself. ...more on Wikipedia about "Nuppeppo" Oni (鬼) are fabulous creatures from Japanese folklore, similar to Western demons or ogres. They are popular characters in Japanese art, literature, and theatre. ...more on Wikipedia about "Oni (Japanese folklore)" Yamata no Orochi (八岐大蛇; often called

9. Japanese Mythology - Simple English Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia
   Japanese mythology is a very difficult system of beliefs that includes Shinto and Buddhist traditions. The Shinto religion alone has a very big number of kami (Japanese for  
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   Extractions: From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search Japanese mythology is a very difficult system of beliefs that includes Shinto and Buddhist traditions . The Shinto religion alone has a very big number of kami Japanese for " gods " or " spirits Most Japanese myths, as generally known today, are based on the Kojiki Nihonshoki and some other books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Things" is the oldest known book of myths legends , and history of Japan . The Shintoshu explains origins of Japanese gods and goddesses from a Buddhist point of view while the Hotsuma Tsutae has a very different version of mythology. One notable thing of Japanese mythology is that it explains the origin of the Imperial family , and assigned them divinity . The Japanese word for the Emperor of Japan, tennō (天皇), means "heavenly emperor This short article can be made longer. You can help Wikipedia by adding to it

10. Resources On Japanese Gods, Goddesses And Founding Myths.
    Genealogy of and clickable link (includes comparison of Greek and Japanese myth) to the Japanese gods Izanami, Izanaki, Ohyamatsumi, Amateras, Susanoh, Kusinada, Iwanagahime  
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    Extractions: zWASL=1 zGL='0';zGR='ca-about-radlink'; zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zDO=0 Home Education Ancient / Classical History Search Religion Myths and Polytheism Resources on Japanese gods, goddesses and founding myths. Japan Myth (7) Genealogy of and clickable link (includes comparison of Greek and Japanese myth) to the Japanese gods: Izanami, Izanaki, Ohyamatsumi, Amateras, Susanoh, Kusinada, Iwanagahime, Konohananosakuyahime, Hononinigi, Ohkuninushi, Toyotamabime, Hoori, Hoderi, Tamayoribime, Ugayahukiaezu, and Jinmu. zSB(3,3) List of sixteen Japanese gods with concise description: Aji-Suki-Taka-Hi-Kone, Ama-No-Uzume, Amaterasu, Amatsu Mikaboshi, Benzaiten, Bishamon, Chlmata-No-Kami, Ho-Masubi, Izanagi, Izanami, Kawa-No-Kami, Nai-No-Kami, Ninigi, O-Kuni-Nushi, Sengen-Sama, Shine-Tsu-Hiko, and Susa-No-Wo. Shinto creation story. This article is an introduction to a few of the Japanese gods and goddesses and mythological figures: Izanagai and Izanami, Sennin, Shishi, and the Seven Gods of Luck. The Japanese culture and arts have been strongly influenced by a widespread belief in ghosts, demons and supernatural spirits. The roots of Japanese mythology are in the Shinto religion, Taoism and Zen Buddhism. This article gives a short overview on major characters from Japanese mythology: Daruma, Kintaro, Oni, Raiden and Sarumawashi.

11. Japanese Mythology
    Japanese mythology is a system of beliefs that embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agriculturebased folk religion. The Shinto pantheon alone consists of an  
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12. Japanese Mythology | TripAtlas.com
    Japanese mythology is a very complex system of beliefs that embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agriculturebased folk religion.The Shinto pantheon alone boasts  
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13. Japanese Mythology
    Find out how Kanji pronunciation can affect translation, so that Ursa Major, Ooguma, and Ursa Minor, Koguma, can mean either bears or corners.  
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    Extractions: zWASL=1 zGL='0';zGR='ca-about-radlink'; zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zDO=0 Home Education Classic Literature Search By Genre Myth / Mythology Myth - By Country / Culture Find out how Kanji pronunciation can affect translation, so that Ursa Major, Ooguma, and Ursa Minor, Koguma, can mean either bears or corners. Ainu Mythology @ Japanese Literature @ Free Classic Literature Newsletter! Sign Up if(zSbLMost Popular Literature Free Classic Literature Newsletter! Sign Up By Category splitList(gEI('bcl')); Five simple steps to help you remain calm and focused during your next exam. More Don't get lost in space! Learn some intriguing facts about astronomy that are out of this world. More Home Education ... Myth - By Country / Culture Japanese Mythology Most Popular Latest Articles RSS Advertising Info ... Patent Info.

14. Japanese Mythology
    Japanese mythology is an extremely complex system of religion and beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for god or spirit ).  
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    Extractions: Japanese mythology is an extremely complex system of religion and beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for "god" or "spirit"). Despite the influence of the ancient Chinese civilization, much of Japanese mythology is uniquely their own. It embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agricultural-based folk beliefs. Moreover, unlike Greek Nordic and Egyptian mythology , it is very difficult to distinguish what is truly "myth" to the Japanese. This article will only discuss the typical elements present in western mythology such as cosmogony , important deities and the most well-known Japanese stories. Mainstream Japanese myths, as generally recognized today, are based on the Kojiki and some complementary books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Things" is the oldest recognized book of myths, legends, and history of Japan. The Shintoshu explains origins of Japanese deities from a Buddhist perspective while the Hotuma Tutaye records a substantially different version of mythology. One notable result of Japanese mythology is that it explains the origin of the Imperial family , and assigned them godhood until the end of World War II A lot of deities appear on the stage of Japanese mythology, and many of them have multiple aliases. Furthermore, some of their names are so long that they can be tedious for the majority of readers. This article therefore lists only the most prominent names, and gives them in abbreviated form. Readers should be aware that other abbreviated forms are also in use.

15. Japanese Mythology
    A selection of articles related to Japanese mythology Japanese mythology Buddhist mythology. Buddhist mythology is a mythology within the Buddhism belief system.  
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16. Japanese Mythology Facts - Freebase
    Facts and figures about Japanese mythology, taken from Freebase, the world's database.  
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17. Japanese Mythology - Discussion And Encyclopedia Article. Who Is Japanese Mythol
    Japanese mythology. Discussion about Japanese mythology. Ecyclopedia or dictionary article about Japanese mythology.  
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18. The Book Of THoTH (Leaves Of Wisdom) - Japanese Mythology
    Japanese mythology is a complex system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for gods or spirits ).  
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    Extractions: Home Forums Leaves of Wisdom Daily News Welcome to "The Leaves Of Wisdom" Japanese mythology is a complex system of beliefs. The Shinto pantheon alone boasts a collection of more than 8000 kami (Japanese for " gods " or " spirits "). Despite the influence of the ancient Chinese civilization , much of Japanese mythology and religion is uniquely their own. It embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agricultural-based folk beliefs. Moreover, unlike Greek Nordic and Egyptian mythology , it is relatively difficult to distinguish what is truly "myth" to the Japanese. This article will discuss only the typical elements present in Occidental mythology such as cosmogony, important deities and the most well-known Japanese stories. Mainstream Japanese myths, as generally recognized today, are based on the Kojiki Nihonshoki and some complementary books. The Kojiki or "Record of Ancient Things" is the oldest recognized book of myths, legends, and history of Japan. The Shintoshu explains origins of Japanese deities from a Buddhist perspective while the Hotsuma Tsutae records a substantially different version of mythology.

19. Japanese Mythology
    Basic overview of Japan s deities and myths.  
    http://www.interq.or.jp/www-user/fuushi/e-myth-a.htm

20. Japanese Mythology : Gods, Goddesses, Spirits, Deities Of Japan
    Japanese Mythology the Gods of Japan. Introduction The Japanese have 800 myriads of Gods which must cause a few congestion problems on their islands.  
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    Extractions: Many Gods are spread across different regions, cultures and tribes. We've tried to pin them down to a particular area if possible. But amendments and corrections are always welcome, especially from people with first-hand knowledge. So if you live in the region and would like to comment, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us here

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