Kaibyo: The Supernatural Cats of Japan

A captivating exploration of Japan’s supernatural cats—mysterious, mischievous, and deeply woven into the country’s folklore, art, and spiritual imagination.

Drawing on centuries of legends, woodblock prints, ghost stories, and theatrical traditions, Zack Davisson’s Kaibyo uncovers the many forms that Japan’s enchanted felines take, from shapeshifting tricksters to loyal guardians and vengeful spirits. Beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched, the book celebrates both the eerie an...