The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Yokai | Part 1 – A to C

Yokai are supernatural creatures or phenomenon from Japanese folklore. The term “Yokai” is often translated as “ghost,” “phantom,” or “monster,” but it encompasses a wide range of entities. Yokai can fall on the side of evil, good, or simply mischievous, coming in various forms, including spirits of the deceased, animals with supernatural abilities, and shape-shifting entities. Yokai have been a central aspect of Japanese culture for centuries, appearing in countless legends, artworks, and folktales.

In part 1 of this series, we will cover Yokai from letters A through to C.

#yokai #japanesemythology #japaneseculture #folkore

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Written by Jason Collier
Narrated by Adam Brown

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