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Mikoshi-Nyudo: Evil, Bald-Headed And Long-Necked Yokai Goblin In Japanese Folklore

AncientPages.com | September 12, 2024

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Traditionally, Japanese folklore is rich in various weird creatures, commonly known as ‘yokai.’ All are fascinating, and each has its own style. Many

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Noppera-bo: Odd Intimidating Human-Like Faceless Yokai In Japanese Folklore

AncientPages.com | July 23, 2024

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - A Noppera-bo (noppera-bō) is one of many mysterious supernatural creatures of Japanese folklore. Today, it’s time to present a yokai Noppera-bo (”faceless one”) that