Dai Yokai Journal

Komainu Meaning: Japan’s Guardian Lion-Dogs

June 21, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 9 min read

Okami Meaning: Japanese Wolf Mythology and Folklore

June 14, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 9 min read

Ondeko Meaning: Sado Island’s Oni Mask and Drum Dance

May 22, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 8 min read

Shōgun Meaning: Emperor, Bakufu and Who Held Power

May 18, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 10 min read

Rōnin Meaning: Masterless Samurai, Musashi and the 47 Rōnin

May 18, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 11 min read

Geisha Yokai Meaning: History, Folklore and Horror Masks

May 14, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 8 min read

10 Famous Japanese Yokai and Folklore Creatures

May 11, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 10 min read