The Soul of the Monster: A Podcast on the Folklore of Dororo

In this podcast, we take a closer look at the supernatural world of the anime Dororo. We'll discuss the story of Hyakkimaru, a young man who must defeat demons to reclaim his stolen body parts. We explore how the anime's creators drew from traditional Japanese folklore, including tales of yōkai and beliefs from Shinto and Buddhism, to build its world. Join us as we examine how these ancient stories shape the plot, the characters' journeys, and the anime's central question: what does it truly mean to be human?