Major Works:
* "Tōno Monogatari" (遠野物語, "Tales of Tōno") (1910): This book is considered his masterpiece. It's a collection of folk tales from the Tōno region of Iwate Prefecture, and it was instrumental in establishing Japanese folklore as a serious field of study.
* "Kaiko" (蝸牛, "Snail") (1927): This is an autobiography that explores his intellectual journey, emphasizing his early experiences and how they shaped his understanding of Japanese culture.
* "Nihon Minzoku no Seishin" (日本民族の精神, "The Spirit of the Japanese People") (1941): This influential work explores the roots of Japanese culture and traditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding folk beliefs and customs.
* "Nihon no Mure" (日本の群れ, "The Crowd in Japan") (1942): He examines the social and psychological characteristics of Japanese people, particularly focusing on their collective nature.
* "Minzoku-gaku Jiten" (民俗学事典, "Dictionary of Folklore") (1951): This compilation of folklore concepts served as a foundational resource for the field.
Other Notable Works:
* "Nihon Shomin Bunkashi" (日本庶民文化史, "History of Japanese Folk Culture")
* "Minzoku-gaku Kenkyū" (民俗学研究, "Folklore Research")
* "Minzoku-gaku Nyūmon" (民俗学入門, "Introduction to Folklore")
Yanagita's works are known for their detailed ethnography, insightful analysis, and lyrical prose. He is considered one of the pioneers of Japanese folklore studies and his work has had a profound impact on the understanding of Japanese culture and society.