Many anime pay homage to Japanese folklore and Naruto is filled with characters inspired by these legends, such as the Sannin ...

The Yokai Ubume was said to be a ghostly woman appearing at night, asking passersby to hold her child under threat of death. We examine how this terrifying figure came to be seen as a sympathetic ...

In The Spirit of the Samurai players will assume the role of Takeshi, a Japanese samurai tasked with defending his village from the relentless onslaught of an Oni bent on conquering the land with his ...

Mythology anime featuring myths and legends from around the world can transport viewers to fantastical realms and introduce them to an array of fascinating characters. These mythology anime often ...

according to Japanese folklore. A distinctive indentation atop its head comes in handy for carrying water, which kappas apparently need for energy. Kappas are usually green, about the height of a ...

To preserve and promote the intangible cultural heritage of various countries while building ties through citizen diplomacy, ...

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Age of Mythology: Retold is one of the best strategy games to come out this year. As the genre moves forward with new entries like Frostpunk 2, Manor Lords, and Homeworld 3, it’s also looked ...

one of the three major festivals from Japan's Tohoku region, has been invited to join this year’s Nan Ying International Folklore Festival. Not only is this a key highlight of the festival ...