{"product_id":"preorder-japanese-heroes-and-masters","title":"PREORDER Japanese Heroes and Masters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis book presents Japan’s legendary figures and traditional occupations— including samurai, ninja, sumo wrestlers, geisha, and more— with illustrations and explanations in both Japanese and English.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt features a wide variety of Japanese “figures,” ranging from historical heroes like samurai and ninja, to captivating performers such as sumo wrestlers and geisha, as well as people commonly encountered during travel in Japan, such as Shinto priests and sushi chefs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn addition to detailed explanations of their historical roles and fascinating stories, the book is filled with cultural trivia and columns—even facts that many Japanese people may not know. The lively illustrations make it enjoyable to browse, and the knowledge inside will help readers appreciate Japanese \u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Explain_manga_culture\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003emanga\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Learn_about_anime_history\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eanime\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Japanese_game_culture_overview\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003egames\u003c\/span\u003e on a deeper level. It is ideal as a souvenir from Japan or as a gift for anyone interested in Japanese culture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Who_are_shogun_and_samurai\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eShogun and Samurai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Explain_Japanese_ninja\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eNinja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=What_is_a_rikishi\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eRikishi (Sumo Wrestlers)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Japanese_performing_arts_overview\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ePeople in Performing Arts and Culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Shinto_and_Buddhist_roles\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ePeople of Shrines and Temples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Traditional_Japanese_craftsmen\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eCraftsmen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" aria-disabled=\"true\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Edo_period_workers\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eWorkers Who Supported Edo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshie Matsumoto graduated from Doshisha University (English Literature). Earned a master’s degree in Linguistics and TESOL from the University of Colorado. After passing the national interpreter‑guide exam, she has worked as a professional guide for over 30 years, assisting tens of thousands of visitors from around the world. As chairperson of the Japan Federation of Certified Guides (JFG), she also trains new national interpreter‑guide license holders. Her publications include \u003cem\u003eIntroducing Japan in English\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eGuiding Japan in English\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eJapan Introduction Handbook in English\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natsume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 16, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.7 × 1.5 × 14.8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Natsume","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53424398926189,"sku":"4816378596","price":38.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/3427\/9368\/files\/NO-20260609141138323.jpg?v=1780982941","url":"https:\/\/miaumall.com\/products\/preorder-japanese-heroes-and-masters","provider":"MiauMall","version":"1.0","type":"link"}