Japan Info Swap Blog

Japan has its own unique and varied range of mythological creatures that are integral to the country’s folklore and history, influencing everything from religious beliefs to creative fiction. Many are either yokai (supernatural monsters or creatures) or yurei (more spiritually ghost-like figures), and they can be good or bad, taking on unique forms or sometimes inhabiting specific places. Here is a small selection of some of the most common figures that you may encounter.

Kitsune

One of the most …