Dmitry Kovalenin traveled the length and breadth of Japan, deeply studied the mythology, culture and life of the Japanese, and compiled a collection of essays in which he introduces readers in detail to the amazing and multifaceted world of the ancient nation. Who were the Japanese ancestors? What do kimonos and origami have in common? What is the difference between haiku and haiku and how to compose them? What are the main Japanese myths about? What does the concept of Emptiness mean? What is the historical role of the Japanese woman? What is special about printed books in Japan? What is Japanese evil spirits? What do the Japanese play? How did Hayao Miyazaki create his masterpieces? This book answers all questions and gives the key to understanding Japanese civilization from ancient times to the present day. The publishing layout of the book is saved in PDF A4 format.