The Kappa is one of Japan’s most infamous mythical creatures—both mischievous and terrifying. Known for its love of cucumbers ...

In Japan and throughout the world, snakes are prominent characters in mythology, from menacing creatures to guardian deities to awe-inspiring symbols of transformation and rebirth. The earliest ...

From Japan to the USA, each creature brings distinct cultural mythologies and potential for exciting adventures. Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a treasure trove of creatures from mythology ...

In this episode of YOKAI: Exploring Hidden Japanese Folklore, we journey to the Shima ... Dylan Foster gets beneath the surface of the creature.

hobgoblins and other supernatural creatures of Japanese folklore. After learning that the mermaid mummy was housed at Enjuin, Kinoshita sounded out officials at the temple and the university to ...

Ghost of Yotei could feature foxes with a darker, retaliatory side based on Japanese folklore. Disrespecting a fox in Japanese culture could lead to supernatural consequences, including illness or ...

Japan-based illustrator Matthew Meyer has drawn over 500 varieties of yokai―supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore. We ask him about his fascination with the phenomenon of yokai.