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Mythical Creatures, Other Yokai

トイレの花子さん (Hanako-san of the Toilet)

Hanako-san of the Toilet: Exploring Japan’s Most Famous School Ghost Every culture has its playground myths—stories whispered between classes that make children wary of entering dark corridors alone. In the West, it might be Bloody Mary in the mirror. In Japan, however, the undisputed queen of schoolyard horror is Hanako-san of the Toilet (Toire no […]

Mythical Creatures, Other Yokai

本所七不思議 (Honjo Seven Mysteries)

The Honjo Seven Mysteries: Unearthing Tokyo’s Supernatural Past When travelers imagine Tokyo, they often picture the neon prowess of Shinjuku or the bustling scramble of Shibuya. However, beneath the modern concrete lies the spiritual geography of Edo—a city once teeming with samurai, merchants, and a profound belief in the supernatural. Among the most enduring of

Mythical Creatures, Other Yokai

四谷七不思議 (Yotsuya Seven Mysteries)

Exploring Yotsuya Seven Mysteries: Tokyo’s Darkest Legends Tokyo is a city celebrated for its neon lights and futuristic skyline, yet beneath the pavement lies a labyrinth of history and folklore. Among the capital’s supernatural hotspots, the Yotsuya district stands apart. Famous for the Yotsuya Seven Mysteries (Yotsuya Nanafushigi), this area is the epicenter of Japan’s

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