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Embrace the Spirit: Unleashing the Mysteries of Yokai Lore

Yokai are mischievous spirits, blending the eerie with the whimsical—some help, some hinder. They transform everyday encounters into magical tales, reminding us that the unseen world dances alongside our own.

Yokai Trivia

What is the name of the Japanese yokai that is known for its ability to shape-shift and often takes the form of a woman? (Hard)
#1: Kitsune
#2: Yuki-onna
#3: Rokurokubi
#4: Tanuki
What is the name of the yokai known as the "slippery monkey" that is said to bring mischief and trouble? (Hard)
#1: Kappa
#2: Tanuki
#3: Yuki-onna
#4: Rokurokubi
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Yokai Fun Facts

Yokai can shape-shift into everyday objects, animals, or even humans, often playfully tricking people in the process.
Some Yokai are believed to be the spirits of objects that have gained sentience after existing for over a hundred years, like the famous tsukumogami, which can come to life and exhibit their own personalities.

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Books: The Night Parade of One Hundred Demons Kujō Shinmei: The Yokai Hunters Spirits Abroad Kappa: The River Monster Yokai Cats The Eighth Life (For St. Nikolai)


Movies: Spirited Away Kiki's Delivery Service The Tale of the Princess Kaguya The Cat Returns The Secret World of Arrietty A Letter to Momo Natsume's Book of Friends Mitsuha's Journey (The Garden of Words)

Music: Ghibli Jazz by Various Artists Ningen Isu by Ningen Isu Kenshi Yonezu by Kenshi Yonezu The Moon and the Nightspirit by The Moon and the Nightspirit Yosi Horikawa by Yosi Horikawa Yuki Kajiura by Yuki Kajiura Shiina Ringo by Shiina Ringo Eve by Eve The Tea Party by The Tea Party Aimer by Aimer

TV Shows: InuYasha Mononoke Gegege no Kitarō Natsume's Book of Friends Mushishi GeGeGe no Kitaro Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales The Morose Mononokean Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits Spirited Away (Movie) Norigami

Video Games: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Ghost of Tsushima Hades Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom Spiritfarer Okami HD Nioh Yokai Watch Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
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