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The Namazu – The Earthquake Catfish that Shook up Japan in more ways than one.
Folklore

The Namazu – The Earthquake Catfish that Shook up Japan in more ways than one.

Posted on August 31, 2022July 9, 2023 by admin

In Japanese mythology, the Namazu is a giant underground catfish that causes earthquakes. The creature lives under the island of Japan and is guarded by…

The Oni – Japanese Demons
Yokai/Monsters-Spirits

The Oni – Japanese Demons

Posted on June 7, 2019April 18, 2023 by admin

At Japanese Tales we are continuing our look at Japanese Yokai, today we will take a look at the Oni. The Japanese Oni is translated…

The Kappa – An intriguing Japanese Monster
Yokai/Monsters-Spirits

The Kappa – An intriguing Japanese Monster

Posted on June 7, 2019April 18, 2023 by admin

As part of Japanese Tales I intent to explore the interesting monsters of Japanese folklore, these are commonly called Yokai. In this article, we will…

The Incredible Story of How Japan was Created
Folklore

The Incredible Story of How Japan was Created

Posted on June 7, 2019April 18, 2023 by admin

Since my site is Japanese Tales, I think it’s only right that my first article should be about the Japanese creation myth. In the beginning…

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