this highly anticipated film brings a unique blend of mythology and futuristic sci-fi to the screen, appealing to Japanese ...

Japanese folklore has been a mainstay in anime for ages. Inuyasha, Natsume's Book of Friends, and Mushishi are some of the ...

Inspired by the Renaissance style, Japanese artist Tokuhiro Kawai explores the majestic side of cats by turning them into kings in his paintings. Extravagant, the canvases capture the true essence of ...

Discover the profound spiritual and cultural significance of black butterflies. Explore their meaning as symbols of ...

Words such as ghosts and jinns do not suffice to categorise what yokai are, since these imaginary beings dating centuries back have various shapes, sizes, myths, and even behaviours, thanks to the ...

It isn’t just the catchy beat and visuals that make the opening so impressive, though, as the rap duo’s impressive lyricism is filled with references to Japanese urban legends, myths ...

Malaysia's literary scene is thriving and books continue to captivate readers as they have for years. Some eventually get the ...

Here are some of the best and most controversial adaptations of Malaysian books to screen. One standout adaptation is Lagenda Budak Setan, based on the beloved novel by Ahadiat Akashah. The film ...

Makoto Shinkai enhances Suzume‘s aesthetics by weaving in Japanese mythology, traditions, and landscapes. Interestingly, the legendary mangaka once unveiled the creative inspiration and concept behind ...

During his journeys around Japan, Smith recorded ancient Japanese myths and legends in his personal diaries. The result is a fascinating collection of historical legends and magic realist tales from ...