Learn Kanji With Yokai! II

The long-awaited sequel to the best-selling Learn Japanese With Yokai!, Learn Kanji With Yokai! II was thoughtfully crafted by Svetlana and Chad Zimmerman as a unique activity book for Japanese language learners and culture lovers alike! Illustrated with pictures of classic Japanese creatures and spirits, by the time you finish all of its pages, you will have learned much about the Japanese language and the culture that shaped these phenomenal figures!What exactly are yokai? Yokai are the supernatural ghosts, ghouls, and goblins of Japanese mythology. From cursed souls and protective deities to everything short of a sentient jumping umbrella, these sometimes-evil yet always-quirky creatures have seeped into Japanese pop culture and have become mainstays of anime, manga, and fine art!Learn Kanji With Yokai! was created by an international team of professional translators and illustrators not only to provide a fun evening activity for the curious of mind, but also to teach the world about these wonderful stories and creatures with which we have become so familiar. This second edition comes complete with thicker pages, and even more cultural information about your favorite supernatural Japanese fiends!Learn to write their names, discover their origins and their place within Japanese history and society, and color their fantastical visages! With over 85 pages of unique art and lessons, you, too, can become a master of telling these tales to the next generation!