Momotaro saw that the clothes were blood-stained, and that as the two maidens washed, the tears were falling fast down their cheeks. He stopped and spoke to them: “Who are you, and why do you weep?”

Momotarō (桃太郎, "Peach Boy") is a popular hero of Japanese folklore. His name is often translated as Peach Boy, but is directly translated as Peach + Tarō, a common Japanese given name. Momotarō is also the title of various books, films …

2023年9月22日 · Momotaro is the well-known central figure of a popular folktale in his native Japan. It is a tale which has also, in the past, taken on distinctly nationalistic connotations, primarily during the second World War.

2014年7月23日 · ふたり は この 子に ももたろう と いう 名まえ を つけ、 それは それは だいじ に そだてました。 ももたろう は まんま を 一（いっ）ぱい たべたら 一ぱい だけ、 二はい たべたら 二はい だけ ずんずん 大きく なって、 たいへんな 力もち に なりました。 なに を おしえて も すぐ おぼえ、 いえ の しごと から 山 の しごと まで てつだって くれました。 「こんな 子ども は めったに いる もん じゃない。 」 おじいさん も おばあさん も いよいよ ももたろう …

2010年7月2日 · "Out with your riches then;" said Momotaro laughing. Having collected and ranged in order a great pile of precious things, Momotaro took them, and set out for his home, rejoicing, as he marched bravely back, that, with the help of his three companions, to whom he attributed all his success, he had been able so easily to accomplish his end.

In this famous Japanese folktale, a childless couple’s prayers are answered when a giant peach splits open to reveal a baby boy.

2023年11月16日 · Embark on an exhilarating journey through Japanese folklore with the legendary tale of 'Momotaro, the Peach Boy.' Join the courageous Momotaro as he ventures to defeat menacing Oni, aided by his loyal animal companions. Explore the heartwarming tale of bravery, teamwork, and the triumph of good against evil.

2021年7月28日 · The legend of Momotaro is a normal encounter in daily life in Japan: The children’s song Momotarō-san no Uta (1911) is frequently taught in Japanese schools. Inuyama City holds a "Momotaro Festival" at the eponymous shrine each year on May 5, and celebrates the hero throughout the town with Momotaro-related decorations, especially on manholes.

"Momotaro, where are you going?" "I'm going to the ogres' island, to stop them for good." "What's that tied to your belt?" "It's a pouch full of the finest dumplings in Japan." "Please give me one. I'll help you on your quest." The dog received a dumpling and accompanied Momotaro. Before long, the pair met a monkey. "Momotaro, where are you going?"

2012年5月7日 · Found floating on the river inside a peach by an old couple, Momotaro grows up and fights the terrible demons who have terrorized the village for years