Episode 64: The Dark Origins of Japanese Yokai

from Mythology & Fiction Explained · host Marios Christou

Today we take a deep dive into the crazy world of Japanese Folklore. Examining the strangest and most disturbing Yokai, starting with some of the most well known and ending with the most obscure Japan has to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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