Japanese Folktale Series

🐒Saru Jizo｜A Heartwarming Japanese Folktale of Kindness and Miracles

Discover the touching Japanese folktale “Saru Jizo,” where a simple act of kindness brings unexpected blessings. Learn about Jizo Bodhisattva, monkey symbolism, and timeless cultural values.

2025.09.30

Japanese Folktale Series

🌬️The Tengu’s Feather Fan: A Wind-Swept Tale from Japanese Folklore

Discover the mystical power of the Tengu’s feather fan in Japanese folklore. This long-form story explores its cultural meaning, legendary origins, and modern-day relevance for travelers and mythology lovers.

2025.09.29

Japanese Folktale Series

The Three Magic Charms | A Tale of Wisdom, Faith, and Survival

Discover the thrilling Japanese folktale “The Three Magic Charms,” where a clever girl escapes a mountain witch using sacred charms. Learn the cultural meaning, moral lessons, and travel insights behind this timeless story.

2025.09.28

Japanese Folktale Series

Wooden Buddha vs Golden Buddha – A Japanese Folktale of Faith and Fortune

Discover a whimsical Japanese folktale where a humble servant’s wooden Buddha defeats a golden statue in a miraculous sumo match. A heartwarming tale of faith, humility, and the power of belief.

2025.09.27

Japanese Folktale Series

The Tale of the Wooden Buddha | A Story of Faith and Fortune

Discover the heartwarming Japanese folktale of the Wooden Buddha—a poor man's journey from hardship to wealth through devotion, sincerity, and spiritual guidance. Perfect for readers exploring Japanese culture and timeless values.

2025.09.26

Japanese Folktale Series

What Is Zashiki-warashi? Japan’s Mysterious Child Spirit of Good Fortune

Discover the legend of Zashiki-warashi, a childlike spirit from Japanese folklore said to bring luck and prosperity to households. Learn its origins, cultural meaning, and where to find it.

2025.09.25

Japanese Folktale Series

Miminashi Hōichi: A Japanese Ghost Tale

Discover the chilling tale of Miminashi Hōichi, a blind musician who encounters ghosts from Japan’s tragic past. Learn about the cultural, historical, and spiritual roots of this iconic Japanese folktale.

2025.09.24

Japanese Folktale Series

🐢Urashima Tarō: A Timeless Japanese Folktale

Discover the full story of Urashima Tarō, a classic Japanese folktale about a kind fisherman, a magical underwater palace, and the bittersweet passage of time. Perfect for international readers exploring Japanese culture and storytelling.

2025.09.23

Japanese Folktale Series

Binbōgami and Fukugami | A Japanese Folktale About Fortune and Heart

Discover the heartwarming Japanese folktale of Binbōgami and Fukugami—two gods who reveal how kindness and inner richness shape our destiny. A timeless story that bridges Japanese culture and universal values.

2025.09.22

Japanese Folktale Series

🍙Omusubi Kororin: A Rice Ball That Rolled into a World of Kindness

Discover the heartwarming Japanese folktale “Omusubi Kororin,” where a humble rice ball leads to an underground world of mice, treasure, and timeless lessons about honesty, generosity, and humility. Perfect for readers exploring Japanese culture and storytelling.

2025.09.20

Japanese Folktale Series