Classic Japanese

In this collection of classic ghost stories from Japan, beautiful princesses turn out to be frogs, paintings come alive, deadly spectral brides haunt the living and a samurai delivers the baby of a Shinto goddess with mystical help. Here are all the phantoms and ghouls of Japanese folklore: 'rokuro-kubi', whose heads separate from their bodies at night; 'jikininki', or flesh-eating goblins; and terrifying faceless 'mujina' who haunt lonely neighbourhoods.

Do you know how many wives Zeus had? Or how the famous Trojan War was caused by one beautiful lady? Or how Thor got his hammer? Give your imagination a real treat. This Mega Mythology Collection of eight audiobooks is for you....

Here are 22 charming Japanese Fairy Tales, translated by Yei Theodora Ozaki, including "My Lord Bag of Rice", "The Tongue-Cut Sparrow", "The Story of Urashima Taro, the Fisher Lad", "The Farmer and the Badger", "The Shinansha, or the South Pointing Carriage", "The Adventures of Kintaro, the Golden Boy", "The Story of Princess Hase", "The Story of the Man Who Did Not Wish to Die", "The Bamboo-Cutter and the Moonchild", "The Mirror of Matsuyama", and more.

Japanese culture has fascinated the West ever since the country’s doors opened up in the 1800s. In many ways, Japan has remained elusive, and people have travelled from all around the world to see for themselves how unique this nation remains. Another way of exploring this enigmatic culture is through its literature. The English language succeeds surprisingly well in revealing the Japanese sense of life.

Murasaki Shikibu, born into the middle ranks of the aristocracy during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), wrote The Tale of Genji - widely considered the world’s first novel - during the early years of the 11th century. Expansive, compelling, and sophisticated in its representation of ethical concerns and aesthetic ideals, Murasaki’s tale came to occupy a central place in Japan’s remarkable history of artistic achievement and is now recognized as a masterpiece of world literature.

Giant monsters. Tales of eternal love. The beginning of creation. Pint-sized warriors. Long voyages and insurmountable heroics are only a small piece of the classic myths that have helped shape Japan’s unique and immaculate history. Each story in this audiobook is filled with excitement and adventure that is just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.

Japanese noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu wrote The Tale of Genji in the 11th century to entertain the other women in the court. It follows the romantic exploits of the title character, an emperor’s son, as he navigates life within aristocratic society and eventually outside of it. Praised for its psychological insight into the characters’ motivations, the book greatly influenced Japanese culture and is widely considered the world’s first novel. In 1882, Suematsu Kencho translated a condensed version of the text into English, allowing this classic tale to reach a wider audience.

Are you interested in learning about Japanese mythology? Are you intrigued by the culture of Japan? Are you looking for some interesting stories to read? These myths are great from adults and children alike. They give you an insight into a culture that is full of traditions. These myths are like nothing you have ever read before. You will find that Japanese mythology is not based in only one belief system. These myths and folktales are based in their Shinto and Buddhist traditions. The origin stories within Japanese mythology can vary.

Mimei Ogawa, a prolific author of short stories nearly 100 years ago, is considered to be one of the founding figures of modern Japanese children’s literature. He has also been called the Hans Christian Andersen of Japan because of how his works were influenced by Andersen. This collection contains a fresh, modern translation of one of Mimei Ogawa’s most famous works, "The Mermaid and the Red Candles", as well as several other stories that have never been translated and published in English before.

彫刻の名人、左甚五郎が旅の途中の掛川城下で、名物猫餅本家のおばあさんと出会う。甚五郎が木の猫に細工をすると、これが評判となって茶店は勢いを取り戻す。

真面目に働く与吉。ある日、道端で倒れているお小夜という美しい女性を助けた。天涯孤独と言うお小夜に与吉が「おらの女房になってくんめいかのう」と言うとひとつ返事で女房となり、嬉しさに与吉が毎日、働きもせずにいると…

歌舞伎でも有名な八百屋お七。16歳のお七。江戸の火事で親子3人、菩提寺の吉祥寺へと身を寄せる事に。その寺にいた吉三郎と言う寺小姓にお七は恋をするが...。澤雪絵による音声説明付。

相撲になるため江戸までお腹を空かせて歩いている茂兵衛を我孫子屋で酌婦(しゃくふ)のお蔦に呼び止められる。お蔦のありったけのお金を渡され、今に立派な横綱になると固い約束をした茂兵衛。しかし数年後に再会すると…。澤雪絵による音声説明付。

源義経と舞の名手、静御前(しずかごぜん)の悲恋物語。愛する義経のお子を身ごもり死を覚悟してついて行く静。2人を運命のいたずらか定めか…山の麓の女人禁制の文字。愛する義経と静の行方はいかに。澤雪絵による音声説明付。

Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, was an Irish writer known also by the Japanese name Koizumi Yakumo. His book Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things, comprises two parts, the first being the "Kwaidan Proper" and the second, "Insect-Studies", which consists of an essay each on ants, butterflies and mosquitos. According to the author, most of the folk tales and ghost stories in the first part were translated from old Japanese texts. The themes encompass resurrection, sacrifice, magic, and the realm of dreams.

Alex’s guide makes buying and importing foreign vehicles simple and straightforward. He remembers what it was like feeling lost and not knowing anything about delving into the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) world. He writes in a simplified and practical way that ensures confidence and an enjoyable experience.

Ex-archaeology grad student turned international antiquities thief Alix - better known now as Owl - has one rule. No supernatural jobs. Ever. Until she crosses paths with Mr. Kurosawa, a red dragon who owns and runs the Japanese Circus Casino in Las Vegas. He insists Owl retrieve an artifact stolen 3,000 years ago and makes her an offer she can't refuse: He'll get rid of a pack of vampires that want her dead.

クラシックの作曲家と仲良くなろう！クラシック音楽というと、遠い国の遠い昔の音楽…って思うかもしれませんが、不思議なくらい、今の私たちの心にもぴったりと寄り添ってくれたり、

クラシックの作曲家と仲良くなろう！クラシック音楽というと、遠い国の遠い昔の音楽…って思うかもしれませんが、不思議なくらい、今の私たちの心にもぴったりと寄り添ってくれたり、

クラシックの作曲家と仲良くなろう！クラシック音楽というと、遠い国の遠い昔の音楽…って思うかもしれませんが、不思議なくらい、今の私たちの心にもぴったりと寄り添ってくれたり、楽しい気分