Books by Michael Ashkenazi

An introductory guide to the mythology of Japan-one of the most pervasive yet least understood facets of Japanese culture. Handbook of Japanese Mythology makes it easy to travel this vast yet little-known mythological landscape.

Originally published: Santa Barbara, Calif.: ABC-CLIO, c2003.

Reflects on the social and cultural side of Japan and how its culture has been affected by food. Providing both historical and social bases to understand how it has been and is being shaped the country is explored mainly through the topic of its cuisine.

Americans are familiarizing themselves with Japanese food, thanks especially sushi's wild popularity and ready availability. This book offers a contextual framework for the Japanese food culture and relates Japan's history and geography to food.