gods, japanese

An introduction to Japanese gods and mythology.

When Mio sneaks the family's katana--a priceless ancestral sword--from her parents' attic, she just wants to spice up a costume. Awakening the power within the sword unleashes a terrible, ancient evil onto the streets of unsuspecting London. With creatures straight out of Japanese myths stalking her and her friends, Mio realizes that if she cannot keep the sword safe and learn to control its legendary powers, she will lose not only her own life--but the love of a lifetime.

Presents an overview of Indian, Japanese, and Chinese religious and mythological traditions, discussing primary and lesser gods and goddesses, demons, philosophers, and sacred texts. Includes a sampling of stories about creation, destruction, and the underworld.