Kojiki
By (Author) Keith Yatsuhashi
Cover design or artwork by Thomas Walker
Watkins Media Limited
Angry Robot
21st November 2018
New edition
United Kingdom
General
Fiction
Urban fantasy
FIC
Paperback
448
Width 106mm, Height 175mm
Every civilization has its myths. Only one is true. When eighteen year old Keiko Yamada's father dies unexpectedly, he leaves behind a one way ticket to Japan, an unintelligible death poem about powerful Japanese spirits and their gigantic, beast-like Guardians, and the cryptic words- "Go to Japan in my place. Find the Gate. My camera will show you the way." Alone and afraid, Keiko travels to Tokyo, determined to fulfil her father's dying wish. There, beneath glittering neon signs, her father's death poem comes to life. Ancient spirits spring from the shadows. Chaos envelops the city, and as Keiko flees its burning streets, her guide, the beautiful Yui Akiko, makes a stunning confession - that she, Yui, is one of a handful of spirits left behind to defend the world against the most powerful among them- a once noble spirit now insane. Keiko must decide if she will honour her father's heritage and take her rightful place among the gods. File Under-Fantasy Gods and Guardians | A Father's Secret | Longing for More | Cosmic Reinvention
Great. Beautifully crafted; well-written, with a loving attention to detail. Among the best of its genre.
Japanator
If you are looking for an exciting fantasy novel, I definitely recommend that you give Kojiki a try. You wont be disappointed.
Masquerade Crew
I had a great time reading this book. 5/5*
Bloggers Bookshelf
"I would recommend this for anyone who enjoys character heavy work, or if youre looking for a fantasy novel thats outside the European/American-centric fantasy that you typically see."
Crosshatches
A unique spin on fantasy, a space where dragons and elementals war with each other over broken Tokyo then this book is worth your time.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Reviews
Recommended.
The Curious SFF Reader
Im a huge fan of books that send me on spiraling internet searches, digital walkabouts that start in one place, and wind up somewhere completely different. Kojiki is one of those books, spinning away from a neat, accessible introduction into an exploration of a myriad of creatures and the worlds to contain them.
B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog
In many ways, Kojiki is a metaphor for discovering your heritage and engaging with your roots, especially as a second-generation immigrant. Rooting the novel in Keikos real world, relatable struggles gives the story depth and helps anchor its wonderful flights of fancy.
Fantasy Faction
A win for Keith Yatsuhashi.
The Silver Words
I am a big fan of Anime and any book that makes me feel like Im watching an Anime moviewell it gets the immediate thumbs up from me!
Fiery Fantasy
Definitely a fun read.
Its A Long Story
"Kojiki is a fast-paced adventure story... readers may well be carried along with the excitement."
BFSA
Keith is inspired equally byThe Lord of the Ringsand Toho'sGodzillamovies.Kojikiis his first novel. He is Director of the US Department of Commerce Export Assistance Centre in Providence, Rhode Island. A long time ago, in a world far, far away, Keith was a champion figure skater. Keith lives in Massachusetts with his wife of twenty years and three kids. You can find Keith online at his website-kmyatsuhashi.wordpress.comand on Twitter@keithyatsuhashi.