Yokai Museum: The Art of Japanese Supernatural Beings from Yumoto Koichi Collection

Featuring over 400 illustrations, this book showcases the vast Koichi Yumoto Collection, Japan’s largest yokai archive. Discover:

• Traditional Art: Emakimono (scrolls), nishiki-e (woodblock prints), and illustrated books.
• Everyday Objects: Kimono, obi (sashes), netsuke (miniature carvings), and household items with yokai motifs.
• Rare Collectibles: Edo-period fireman’s jackets, Showa-era film posters, antique toys, and more.

With bilingual Japanese and English descriptions, this visually stunning book offers a deep dive into yokai culture, perfect for folklore enthusiasts, art lovers, and collectors alike.

About Yokai

Yokai are supernatural beings from Japanese folklore, ranging from mischievous spirits to eerie creatures. Depicted in art and storytelling for centuries, they reflect Japan’s rich cultural imagination. Some are feared, others are beloved, and many continue to inspire modern pop culture.

About the Author

Koichi Yumoto is a renowned Yokai researcher and collector, curating Japan’s largest Yokai collection with over 3,000 artifacts. His collection spans from the Edo period to modern times, preserving rare artworks, books, and everyday objects that showcase the evolution of yokai culture.

Don’t miss the second volume showcasing the Yumoto Collection.

Yokai Wonderland