From Net Memes to B-Class Gourmet, It Was All "Folklore"! "It's So Interesting You Won't Be Able to Sleep: Illustrated Folklore" Released March 24!
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Nihon Bungeisha releases an illustrated book on folklore. Deciphering modern society through folklore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the title of the new book released by Nihon Bungeisha on March 24, 2026?
- A: The title of the new book is "It's So Interesting You Won't Be Able to Sleep: Illustrated Folklore".
- Q: Who supervised the book "It's So Interesting You Won't Be Able to Sleep: Illustrated Folklore"?
- A: The book was supervised by Kuniaki Shimamura, as mentioned in the released text.
- Q: What topics are discussed in Chapters 1 and 2 of the folklore book?
- A: Chapters 1 and 2 cover the fundamentals of folklore, ideas of Kunio Yanagita, and concepts like "Mura and Ie".
- Q: What modern elements are explored from the perspective of contemporary folklore in the book?
- A: The book explores modern urban legends, B-class gourmet food, internet memes spread on social media, and power spots.
- Q: What everyday questions are explained from a folklore perspective in this book?
- A: It explains questions like the reason why lucky cat and tanuki statues are found everywhere in Japan.