Tengu, Oni, and Friendship: A Deep Dive into the Anime 'Tactics'

In this podcast, we take a closer look at the anime series Tactics. We explore its unique Taisho-era setting and the relationship between Kantarou, a folklorist who can see spirits, and Haruka, the legendary Oni-eating Tengu he befriends. We'll discuss the deep roots of Tengu and Oni in Japanese folklore, comparing their traditional myths to how they are portrayed in the show. Join us as we analyze how the anime uses these ancient stories to explore themes of loneliness, identity, and the bond that forms between a human and a powerful supernatural being.Tags:Tactics anime, Tengu, Oni, Japanese folklore, yōkai, Kantarou Ichinomiya, Haruka, anime analysis, supernatural anime, mythology