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Folktales from the Japanese Countryside
Hiroko Fujita and Fran Stallings
978-0-31309-571-9

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Folktales from the Japanese Countryside

Hiroko Fujita and Fran Stallings Hiroko Fujita and Fran Stallings

November 2007

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Series: World Folklore Series

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From one of Japan's most popular and respected storytellers, more than 40 traditional Japanese stories—animal tales, tales of supernatural beings, stories about village characters and priests and their apprentices, and more.

From one of Japan's most popular and respected storytellers, this collection introduces readers to more than 40 wonderous tales from rural Japan—many that have not previously been seen or heard—from animal tales and tales of supernatural beings to stories about village characters and priests and their apprentices. It's a fascinating assortment that will delight young listeners, intrigue older readers, and offer scholars new insights. Background on the country and Japanese culture, notes on the tales, a glossary, recipes, games and crafts, and color photos and illustrations enhance the collection. All levels.

As in many countries, storytelling is a revered art in Japan, and traditional tales have been carefully preserved for centuries. Yet only a small portion of Japan's tales has been shared with English-speaking audiences. From one of Japan's most popular and respected storytellers, this collection introduces readers to more than 40 wondrous tales from rural Japan—stories that have not previously been seen or heard—from animal tales and tales of supernatural beings to stories about village characters and priests and their apprentices.

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These are tales from the Japanese countryside, representative of the country's rich folklore, and preserved and retold by a ohanashi obaasan (storytelling granny). You'll find such stories as Sky Watcher, Mouse Teeth, Owl's Paintshop, Radish Bath, and Snow Woman's Baby. Tales are organized into broad thematic categories-animal tales, stories of village people, priests and their apprentices, strange happenings, yamanbas, and supernatural tales. It's a fascinating assortment that will delight young listeners, intrigue older readers, and offer scholars new insights. Background on the country and Japanese culture, notes on the tales, a glossary, recipes, games and crafts, and color photos and illustrations enhance the collection.
Preface
A Brief History of Japan by Harold Wright
Storytelling in Japan by Miki Sakurai
About These Stories
Part I: Stories of Animals
Part II: Stories of Village People
Part III: Stories of Priests and Apprentices
Part IV: Stories of Strange Happenings
Part V: Stories of Yamanbas
Part VI: Stories of Supernatural Creatures
Foods, Games, and Crafts
Comments and Notes
Guide to Words in This Book
Bibliography
Index
About the Editor and Contributors
Reviews
"...a useful work for research. However, its primary purpose is to encourage the understanding of Japanese oral literature through the oral telling of the tales to schoolchildren. This is a good book worthy of consideration by both the scholar and the general reader."—Folklore

"This volume, really a collaboration of four experts, contains an excellent collection of authentic tales, color photos, interesting drawings, and background information. Along with its companions, this volume is an excellent source for tellable tales when authentic cultural perspectives are needed....Bottom line: Highly recommended for both elementary and secondary library collections."—Teacher Librarian





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