Mythical Creatures Series

Classic of Mountains and Seas

Often hailed as the Eastern counterpart to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

In addition to well-known Eastern classics such as Classic of Mountains and Seas and Japan’s Night Parade of One Hundred Demons, Whats Publishing (華滋出版) has expanded into original illustrated works inspired by Six Dynasties Tales of the Supernatural and A Pilgrimage of Taiwan’s Hundred Deities, both of which have resonated strongly with readers.

Six Dynasties Tales of the Supernatural

Museum of Spirits, Ghosts, and Demonic Creatures

A Pilgrimage of Taiwan’s Hundred Deities

A Folk Classic of Blessings and Protection in Everyday Life

Night Parade of One Hundred Demons

A Classic Work on Japanese Yokai Culture

You Must Know Series

Since the release of the first title, You Must Know: European Art and Architectural Styles, in 2004, the You Must Know Series has grown to include over 15 titles.

Great Masters Series

World-Class Masters Who Must Not Be Forgotten

“Vincent van Gogh ended his life in the wheat fields of Auvers, driven by madness!”
No one could have predicted that this sensational headline in art history would, over a century later, evolve into one of its greatest unsolved mysteries…

This collection brings together the masterpieces of Osamu Dazai: No Longer Human, The Setting Sun, and Villon’s Wife. These works embody his signature themes of decadence and disillusionment, and have become timeless classics in the history of Japanese literature.

Like other great figures of his time—Dante, Boccaccio, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo—Cellini possessed the hallmarks of a true polymath, marked not only by brilliance but also by a wildly unrestrained and scandalous spirit.

Wassily Kandinsky’s Point and Line to Plane was originally written as a foundational lecture text for the Bauhaus school. Building on the ideas from Concerning the Spiritual in Art, it delves into the core principles and concepts of modern compositional theory.

On Life and Social Issues

This generation may not be all sunshine—but together, we explore the many questions and challenges life brings.

Stories of Animal Volunteers and the Angels Who Care for Stray Dogs

Eighteen stories of encounters and farewells capture the unwavering optimism of our furry angels, and the heartfelt dedication of animal volunteers—who, amid tangled worries and a deep sense of mission, never stop loving.

I think… I may never have the courage to be a social worker again.

This world feels small—just like the love these youths once knew: small, and scarce… Let go of the “right answers” and approach the lives of juvenile offenders with greater sensitivity and understanding.

May you all live as the truest version of yourselves—the way you truly wish to be.

Twelve heartfelt true stories that will make you laugh, cry, and never want to reach the last page. Don’t rush to decide your path—believe this: there truly are people out there living the life you’ve been dreaming of.