Rabbits and Mice and Carp, Oh My!

I discovered Japanese mythology and folktales when I was about thirteen years old. I was mesmerized by the blend of storytelling and history and culture. I love the respect that the Japanese have for stories and how these tales have influenced their customs.  Stories such as Momotarō feel very much like the fairy tales I read when … Continue reading Rabbits and Mice and Carp, Oh My!