#Animism

Title: The Kappa’s Rain Prayer: A Japanese Folktale Where a Promise to the “Other” Brings a Miracle

Explore the Japanese folktale "Kappa no Amagoi." Discover how an act of kindness towards a mythical water spirit (Kappa) saved a village from drought, and what this story reveals about Japan's culture of animism and coexistence.

2025.11.10

Japanese Folktale Series

【Japanese Folktale Series】The Black Dragon of Oonuma

Explore the Japanese folktale "The Black Dragon of Oonuma." Discover a story of drought, sacrifice, and the profound Shinto belief in nature's voice. What can we learn from the dragon's message?

2025.11.09

Japanese Folktale Series

The Mysterious Fish of the Lake: A Japanese Folktale on “Knowing Enough” and Respect for Nature

Discover the full story of "The Mysterious Fish of the Lake," a Japanese folktale. We explore its deep lessons on animism, coexisting with nature, and the Japanese cultural virtue of "knowing enough."

2025.11.06

Japanese Folktale Series

🌩️【Japanese Folktale Series】The Only Place the Thunder God Won’t Strike: The Japanese Folktale “Rai-sama and the Mulberry Tree” Teaches Coexistence with Nature and Faith

Discover the Japanese folktale "Rai-sama and the Mulberry Tree" (雷様と桑の木). Learn why the Thunder God promised never to strike a mulberry field, exploring Japanese culture, animism, and the origin of the "Kuwabara" chant. A deep dive into faith and nature.

2025.10.30

Japanese Folktale Series

【The Wind God and the Children】The Whimsical Kami and Japanese View of Nature | Japanese Folktale Series

A deep dive into the Japanese folktale 'Kaze no Kami to Kodomo' (The Wind God and the Children). Full story, analysis of the whimsical South Wind and the kind North Wind, and how it reflects Japanese animism and communal bonds for international readers.

2025.10.23

Japanese Folktale Series

October 15th is Doll’s Day: The Culture of Respect and Souls in Japanese Dolls – Ningyo no Hi

Discover the meaning of Japan's Doll's Day (October 15th) and the profound ritual of Ningyo Kuyo (Doll Memorial Service). Learn about the Japanese concept of "soul in objects," Animism, and the spirit of Mottainai that defines this unique tradition.

2025.10.15

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Can You Hear It? The Voices of Animals: “Kikimimizukin” and the Japanese Spirit of Coexistence with Nature | Japanese Folktale Series

A thorough analysis of the Japanese folktale 'Kikimimizukin' (The Listening Cap), revealing the Japanese view of nature, animism, and the culture of 'Ongaishi' (returning a favor). We introduce the deep-rooted 'Yaoyorozu no Kami' (Eight Million Gods) spirit to international readers, offering lessons for modern society.

2025.10.13

Japanese Folktale Series