Discover the divine origins of a country born by the grace of the gods, a world inhabited by countless fantastical beings, protagonists of hundreds of legends that, even today, continue to captivate readers' imaginations.

This book introduces us to the vast Shinto pantheon, Japan's popular religion, and opens the door to other traditions that have enriched Japan, such as Buddhism and Zen.

Enter a unique universe populated by strange creatures like the oni, fearsome ogres with a demonic appearance; the kappa, aquatic beings of immense strength; and the ferocious dragons that guard treasures at the bottom of the sea.