Despite the vast geographical divide, Indian and Japanese folktales exhibit striking thematic parallels rooted in moral ...

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

Two dead oarfish have washed ashore in Southern California waters in the last few months. One was spotted in August and the ...

Within Japanese folklore, the kuchisake-onna is a malevolent ... If the victims answer yes, the creature discovers his face and will reveal that the corners of his mouth are open from ear to ...

Kitsune are mythical creatures in Japanese folklore known for their intelligence, magical abilities, and mischievous nature. They can shape-shift into human form and are often seen as protectors ...

hobgoblins and other supernatural creatures of Japanese folklore. After learning that the mermaid mummy was housed at Enjuin, Kinoshita sounded out officials at the temple and the university to ...