I wanted to make a point of placing the monsters within the daily life of Tokyo,” says the photographer Tess Ayano, who spent ...

In this episode of YOKAI: Exploring Japanese Folklore, we track down the legend ... deep connection people held with cattle, and why a beast is now considered a protector.

In Japanese folklore, the child-sized Kappa, or ‘river child’ occasionally jumps out of its watery lair to pull pranks, as well as attacking women. Some tales even claim the Kappa pulls people ...

Japanese mythology is a rich tapestry of tales and ... From spirits of the forest to mythical beasts, these anime series ...

From Japan’s yokai to West Virginia’s Mothman, embark on a monster hunting trip through 5 museums celebrating eerie legends.

In this episode of YOKAI: Exploring Hidden Japanese Folklore, we follow the cry of the Konakijiji, a Yokai that resembles an old man but with a voice like a weeping infant. It's said to lure ...