The Spirits of 'Beyond the Boundary': From Japanese Folklore to Anime

In this podcast, we take a closer look at the supernatural creatures, the Yōmu, from the anime Beyond the Boundary (Kyoukai no Kanata). We'll talk about where the idea for these beings comes from in traditional Japanese folklore, looking at spirits like the Onryō and Ikiryō. We will also discuss how the anime uses these old stories to build its world and develop its characters, exploring themes of loneliness, trauma, and acceptance.