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the complete guide to japanese monsters, demons and ghosts
The Complete Guide to Japanese Monsters, Demons and Ghosts
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Japanese folklore has a rich tradition of terrifying ghost stories.
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It's devoid of animals and is strangely quiet. It's rocky and cold with icy caverns. Legend has it that in ancient times of famine — families abandoned old and young here (ubasute).
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There's a place in Japanese myth that's similar to the Christian concept of hell.
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In the old days Japanese people dressed in reverse to confuse the devil (should he show up). Geisha are dedicated to keeping the ways of old Japan alive.
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Human's have always had a mixed relationship with kappa. Although fearsome and depraved — kappa are honest and generally keep their word (they can speak Japanese).
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Kappa are exceedingly polite and find it hard to resist returning a bow.
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Every Japanese kid has to scare a devil out of their house once a year.
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Objects such as sandals, lanterns, umbrellas, kimono and sake jars are said to have the ability to shapeshift.
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Yamamba is a Japanese female ghost who makes frequent appearances in Japanese folklore, literature and art. She has a very unusual son.
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The bad guys of Japanese folklore often have redeeming qualities. Even devils.
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The ancient entrance gate to Kyoto that symbolizes the decay of society.
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The giant catfish at the bottom of Tokyo Bay that causes earthquakes.
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