2025年1月2日 · There are literally hundreds (and counting) of yokai monsters that are known across Japanese folklore. Let’s get to know some of the most popular ones now. The 20 Most …

2024年12月29日 · Here are 15 deadly Yokai you’d never want to meet, within or outside of Japan. Japanese Yokai can be cute. On the flipside, they can be utterly evil and scary too!

2025年1月24日 · Japanese yōkai have fascinated humanity for centuries, and they have recently made their way into anime and manga. This list explores some of the scariest (and most …

Welcome to Yokai.com, the illustrated database of Japanese folklore. This is an illustrated encyclopedia featuring ghosts, monsters, and legendary figures from Japan. All of the entries …

2022年7月20日 · Take Taira no Masakado, for instance, a samurai who had his head severed by his own family and, naturally, that head came back to reek sweet vengeance on anything and …

6 天之前 · The two most famous Japanese cinema ghosts, Sadako from The Ring and Kayako from The Grudge, are both classic yokai. Many yokai also appear in the films of beloved …

2021年8月18日 · Yurei (ghosts of the deceased) and yokai (mythical spirits) have been part of Japanese folklore for centuries—even far back as the 8th century in the Kojiki (古事記, …

2023年3月27日 · Anime creators like to draw from Japanese folklore when creating their characters and setting, which means that Japanese-inspired demons — also known as yokai …

2025年2月16日 · In this article, we delve into 37 of Japan’s most terrifying yokai—from the fierce Oni and raucous Shuten-dōji to the legendary eight-headed Yamata no Orochi. Discover the …

2024年11月18日 · Each yōkai possesses unique traits, often reflecting natural elements or societal fears. Some common characteristics include: Physical deformities or unusual …

2021年5月26日 · Here is a list (far from exhaustive!) of the famous and interesting yōkai in Japan. A demon from Japanese mythology, the Oni represents a sub-category of yokai. This terrifying …

2025年2月12日 · Shadowy shapes lurk in Japanese folklore! Prepare to meet 12 of the creepiest yokai, from vengeful spirits to mischievous tricksters. Dive into this chilling list and discover the …

Ranking the 12 scariest Japanese Yokai from Japanese folklore and mythology. From the fearsome, red-skinned Oni to the bird-like Tengu spirits. Welcome to our exploration of the …

2025年2月24日 · Yōkai (妖怪) are a diverse class of supernatural creatures in Japanese mythology. The term encompasses: Spirits and apparitions: From ghostly presences to …

2020年3月31日 · All about Yokai: 8 Japanese Monsters, Ghosts, and Friendly Spirits! Last updated: 31 March 2020 When delving into the realm of Japanese folklore and its many …

These stories only scratch the surface of the Yōkai world. There are every variety of these magical, sometimes horrifying, sometimes endearing characters. Perhaps these monsters …

2025年2月16日 · Based on the focus keyword “List of Japanese Female Yokai”, this article provides an in-depth guide to 38 types of female yokai rooted in traditional Japanese folklore. …

2021年2月13日 · Yokai is not simply the Japanese word for demon, as is sometimes believed. They are the embodiment of a moment: a feeling of dread and bewilderment, or awe and …

Yōkai are supernatural beings that have been a part of Japanese folklore for centuries (at least). There is a massive variety of types of yōkai that cover a broad spectrum of personalities, from …

2017年10月31日 · In Japan, we will speak of youkai, obake, shinigami, oni, or even mononoke to say ghosts or spirits. Japanese yokai, bordering on comedy and horror, has been part of …