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Oni: Japan's Iconic Demons of Myth and Folklore
What Are Oni? Oni (鬼) are one of the most recognizable and feared creatures in Japanese folklore. Often translated as "demons," "ogres,"...
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Apr 93 min read


Amaterasu: The Sun Goddess in Shinto Mythology
In the rich tapestry of Japanese mythology, few deities shine as brightly as Amaterasu Omikami , the sun goddess and one of the central...
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Dec 11, 20244 min read


The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter (Kaguya-hime): Japan's Oldest Folktale
Japan has a rich tapestry of folklore, mythology, and storytelling, and one of the most celebrated and ancient stories is The Tale of the...
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Oct 25, 20245 min read
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