#Storytelling

The Eight-Transformation Hood | A Journey Through Japanese Folklore

Discover the Japanese folktale “The Eight-Transformation Hood,” where a young man transforms into eight different beings to help others and find his true self. A story of wisdom, disguise, and cultural depth.

2025.10.03

Japanese Folktale Series

San Nen Netarō | The Silent Hero of Japanese Folklore

Discover the timeless Japanese folktale of San Nen Netarō—a story of quiet wisdom, perfect timing, and heroic action. Learn how this tale reflects Japanese culture and inspires modern readers around the world.

2025.10.02

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

🐢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

🌸Issun-bōshi: The Tiny Hero with a Giant Heart

Discover the Japanese folktale of Issun-bōshi, a miniature warrior who overcomes monsters and wins love through courage and cleverness. A timeless story that reveals the heart of Japanese culture.

2025.09.17

Japanese Folktale Series

Kobutori Jiisan | A Japanese Folktale About Dancing with Demons and Inner Beauty

Discover the heartwarming tale of Kobutori Jiisan, a traditional Japanese folktale where kindness triumphs over greed. Learn how a humble old man wins the favor of demons through dance—and what it reveals about inner beauty.

2025.09.15

Japanese Folktale Series

🍀Warashibe Chōja: A Tale of Fortune Born from a Single Straw

Discover the timeless Japanese folktale of Warashibe Chōja, where a poor man becomes wealthy starting with a single piece of straw. Explore cultural values, life lessons, and the power of kindness and action.

2025.09.13

Japanese Folktale Series

🧒Kintaro: The Mighty Boy of the Mountains and the Spirit of Japan

Discover the story of Kintaro, a powerful boy raised in Japan’s mountains. Learn how his legend reflects Japanese values of nature, justice, and family.

2025.09.11

Japanese Folktale Series

🫖Bunbuku Chagama: A Japanese Folktale of Friendship and Gratitude

Discover the charming Japanese folktale of Bunbuku Chagama, where a shapeshifting tanuki repays kindness by becoming a magical tea kettle. Explore its cultural roots and visit the real-life temple behind the legend.

2025.09.08

Japanese Folktale Series