{"product_id":"read-real-nihongo-japanese-gods-shinto-mythology-bilingual-japanese-english-with-audio","title":"Read Real NIHONGO: Japanese Gods \u0026 Shinto Mythology (Bilingual Japanese–English with Audio)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRead Real NIHONGO: 日本の神々 (Japanese Gods)\u003c\/i\u003e is a bilingual Japanese–English learning book that introduces the mythology, major deities, and shrines of Japan in a clear and accessible way. Written by Naofumi Abe and translated by Michael Brase, the book explores the origins of Japanese myths and the spiritual traditions closely tied to Japanese identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRather than presenting religion only as theory, the book explains how Shinto beliefs influence everyday life in Japan — from visiting shrines and seasonal festivals to the uniquely flexible Japanese view of religion that often surprises foreigners. Readers will gain both cultural understanding and practical language skills at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned especially for Japanese language learners, the book includes furigana readings, vocabulary explanations, English translations, and audio narration. You can read in Japanese, confirm meaning in English, and reinforce listening comprehension with the accompanying audio — making it ideal for self-study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThrough stories of well-known kami (deities) and the shrines dedicated to them, this book helps readers understand not only mythology but also the cultural mindset behind Japanese customs and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJLPT learners (around N4–N2 level)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStudents interested in Shinto and Japanese culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTravelers preparing to visit shrines and temples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReaders wanting to improve reading and listening skills simultaneously\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAuthor: Naofumi Abe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTranslator: Michael Brase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePublisher: IBC Publishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLanguage: Japanese \u0026amp; English (bilingual)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures: Furigana, vocabulary notes, English translation, audio reading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePages: 216 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSize: 14.73 × 2.03 × 18.03 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IBC Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52403726319905,"sku":"9784794608109","price":92.18,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7214\/5240\/files\/719JQWcUEIL._SY522.jpg?v=1772263526","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-store.jp\/zh\/products\/read-real-nihongo-japanese-gods-shinto-mythology-bilingual-japanese-english-with-audio","provider":"WABI-SABI STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}