The book of Japanese folklore

"[This book is] a . . . journey through Japan's folklore through profiles of the legendary creatures and beings who continue to live on in pop culture. 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 . . . popular culture, this . . . illustrated tome teaches you about the stories and histories of the beings that inspired characters in your favorite movies, animes, manga, and games"--Provided by publisher.