Japanese Folktale Series Shippo no Tsuri: Unpacking the Japanese Trickster Tale of the Fox and the Frozen Tail
Dive into "Shippo no Tsuri" (The Tail Fishing), a classic Japanese folktale where a greedy fox is tricked by an otter into freezing its tail. Discover the moral lessons, the reflection of Japanese ethics, and the country's animal folklore. A must-read for Japanophiles and culture enthusiasts.