--- product_id: 130733727 title: "The Book of the Hakutaku: A Bestiary of Japanese Monsters (Yokai)" price: "61341CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/130733727-the-book-of-the-hakutaku-a-bestiary-of-japanese-monsters store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Book of the Hakutaku: A Bestiary of Japanese Monsters (Yokai) **Price:** 61341CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Book of the Hakutaku: A Bestiary of Japanese Monsters (Yokai) - **How much does it cost?** 61341CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/130733727-the-book-of-the-hakutaku-a-bestiary-of-japanese-monsters) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Ancient legend tells of an encyclopedia called The Book of the Hakutaku, which was given to the emperor by a magical beast. This book contained information about all the spirits, gods, and demons in the universe. It was lost long ago, but parts of it were copied down. People have been collecting information about the spirit world in supernatural encyclopedias ever since. Throughout Japan's history, artists have gathered folklore from various sources and bundled them into illustrated, multi-volume encyclopedias. As demand grew, artists looked back into literature and history for inspiration. They copied monsters from ancient Chinese classics, reinterpreting them through a Japanese lens. They even invented new yōkai based on puns and reflecting contemporary societal issues. Today, the tradition of collecting and retelling yōkai stories remains strong. This bestiary contains over 100 illustrated entries covering a wide variety of Japanese monsters, ghosts, and spirits. Some of them are native to Japan, while others have been incorporated into Japanese folklore from foreign cultures. Each entry is described in detail, including its habitat, diet, origin, and legends based on translations from Japanese texts. Review: Book 3 In the Must-Have Series of Yokai Encyclopedias - The third installment of this series not only covers more of the mythical yokai that could not fit into the two previous books, but also delves into the origins behind these fascinating creatures of folklore. Most of the entries in this volume have small sections detailing the myth or piece of folklore from another country that inspired the Japanese version of the creature in question. This volume also covers a few old favorite creatures of mine that have popped up in anime and manga, such as the mythical tennyo from the classic manga, Ayashi no Ceres (a.k.a. Ceres Celestial Legend). Once again though, I strongly recommend getting the e-book version over the physical version just because of the price. I still prefer physical books over tablets, but if you want to save some money the e-book is definitely the way to go. Review: Great ghosts - I follow the writer on Kickstarter where he first puts up his books. All his books deal with Japanese folklore and ghost/monster stories. He does his own drawings and they are fantastic. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #405,470 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #731 in Mythology (Books) #984 in Folklore & Mythology Studies #4,167 in Folklore (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 329 Reviews | ## Images ![The Book of the Hakutaku: A Bestiary of Japanese Monsters (Yokai) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717zqhVExTL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book 3 In the Must-Have Series of Yokai Encyclopedias *by A***N on August 27, 2022* The third installment of this series not only covers more of the mythical yokai that could not fit into the two previous books, but also delves into the origins behind these fascinating creatures of folklore. Most of the entries in this volume have small sections detailing the myth or piece of folklore from another country that inspired the Japanese version of the creature in question. This volume also covers a few old favorite creatures of mine that have popped up in anime and manga, such as the mythical tennyo from the classic manga, Ayashi no Ceres (a.k.a. Ceres Celestial Legend). Once again though, I strongly recommend getting the e-book version over the physical version just because of the price. I still prefer physical books over tablets, but if you want to save some money the e-book is definitely the way to go. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great ghosts *by K***K on August 26, 2024* I follow the writer on Kickstarter where he first puts up his books. All his books deal with Japanese folklore and ghost/monster stories. He does his own drawings and they are fantastic. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy a lot of yokai story and understanding Japanese beliefs *by S***N on January 23, 2024* This book list information of many unknown yokais, which somes we can found in pop culture, but don't know them. The highlight of the book is explaining on Japanese beliefs & their origins. Some beliefs trace back so far to India and Persia for many thousand years. They come with Buddhist religion, trading, or political phenomenon, which giving more clearly picture on Japanese & Asian cultures. So this book is not just a fiction, but also cultural guide for Asian culture interests. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Book of the Hakutaku: A Bestiary of Japanese Monsters (Yokai) - The Hour of Meeting Evil Spirits: An Encyclopedia of Mononoke and Magic (Yokai) - The Night Parade of One Hundred Demons: A Field Guide to Japanese Yokai --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/130733727-the-book-of-the-hakutaku-a-bestiary-of-japanese-monsters](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/130733727-the-book-of-the-hakutaku-a-bestiary-of-japanese-monsters) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-14*