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Japanese Folktale Series

🇯🇵 Japanese Folktale Series: The Kajika Screen (Frog Screen) ~ The Fate of a Love Trapped in a Byōbu ~

Explore 'The Kajika Screen' (河鹿の屏風), a tragic Japanese folktale where a Samurai traps a beautiful Kajika frog maiden in a painting. Delve into the themes of forbidden love, the consequence of broken trust, and the deep-seated Japanese reverence for nature and the concept of 'Ma'.
Japanese Folktale Series

Exploring Japanese Folklore for Overseas Readers: The Deep Meaning of “The Pear-Picking Brothers” – A Tale of Ultimate Filial Piety

Explore Nashi-tori Kyoudai, a Japanese folktale where the youngest son's humility and courage save his family. Discover the cultural significance of filial piety and the "Youngest Child Success Tale" in Japan. Essential reading for understanding Japanese values.