ヤマケイ文庫 アイヌと神々の物語～炉端で聞いたウウェペケレ～ (Japanese Edition)
by 萱野 茂
ヤマケイ文庫 アイヌと神々の物語～炉端で聞いたウウェペケレ～ collects traditional Ainu stories of gods and spirits, shared in intimate fireside settings. Through these oral narratives, readers explore the profound mythology and cultural worldview of the Ainu, as documented by ethnographer Kayanō Shigeru. This Japanese edition preserves timeless tales of human-divine connections.
About This Book
The book presents stories from Ainu folklore, focusing on interactions between the Ainu people and their deities. These narratives are drawn from oral traditions passed down through generations.
Centered around the concept of 'uwepkekere,' the tales are recounted as heard by the fireside, preserving authentic voices of Ainu storytelling.
Author Kayanō Shigeru compiles these accounts to highlight the spiritual and communal aspects of Ainu life.
The work serves as an accessible entry into Ainu mythology, emphasizing the cultural significance of hearth-side gatherings.
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