Folklore

Introduction: Horror and Humor, Two Sides of the Same Coin

Discover "Yurei no Sakamori," a unique Japanese folktale where horror meets humor. Learn how an old man's love for sake turned a scary encounter with ghosts into a friendly banquet. Deep dive into Japanese culture and spirits.

2025.11.18

Japanese Folktale Series

The Bear and the Fox: A Japanese Folktale on Strength, Wisdom, and Trust

Explore the Japanese folktale of "The Bear and the Fox." A story of strength vs. cunning, this article analyzes its deep ties to Japanese culture, Honne and Tatemae, and the nature of trust.

2025.11.13

Japanese Folktale Series

Tabibito Uma (The Traveler Horse): A Blizzard, a Spirit, and the Debt of Gratitude

Discover the story of "Tabibito Uma," a Japanese folktale about a poor traveler and a mysterious horse. Explore the deep cultural roots of Ongaeshi (gratitude) and Shinto animism found in this moving tale of kindness.

2025.11.03

Japanese Folktale Series

【Japanese Folktale Series】Understanding the Power of Nature: Wisdom and Faith in ‘Chōfuku-zan no Yamanba’

Explore the Japanese folktale 'Chōfuku-zan no Yamanba.' Discover the dual nature of the mountain hag, the cultural philosophy of 'Okagesama,' and the ancient Japanese wisdom of coexisting with nature's power. A deep dive into Japanese spirituality for international readers.

2025.10.20

Japanese Folktale Series

Japanese Folktale Series: Obasute Yama (The Mountain Where the Aged Were Abandoned) – Love and the Power of Wisdom

A deep dive into the classic Japanese folktale 'Obasute Yama' (The Mountain Where the Aged Were Abandoned), exploring the themes of filial piety, the value of elderly wisdom, and their connection to Japanese culture for international readers.

2025.10.14

Japanese Folktale Series