Japanese Folklore and Urban Legends in Yamishibai

In this podcast, we take a closer look at the anime Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories. We discuss its unique art style, which is based on traditional kamishibai paper-scroll storytelling. We'll explore the different types of supernatural beings in the show, from traditional Yūrei (ghosts) and Yōkai (monsters) to modern urban legends. The conversation will also cover how these ancient myths and contemporary fears are adapted to create short, unsettling stories that reflect modern anxieties like urban isolation.Tags:Yamishibai, Japanese Ghost Stories, anime, horror anime, Japanese folklore, urban legends, Yurei, Yokai, kamishibai