Dai Yokai Journal

Chōchin-obake: Meaning, History and Lantern Yokai

January 13, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 11 min read

Teke Teke: The Japanese Urban Legend Explained

January 11, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 8 min read

Nekomata vs Bakeneko: Japan's Cat Yokai Explained

January 9, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 8 min read

Tanuki Yokai: Meaning, Folklore and Lucky Statues

January 6, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 10 min read

Kappa Yokai: Meaning, Folklore and River Legends

January 5, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 10 min read

Dogū Figurines: Meaning, Types and Jōmon Mystery

January 4, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 11 min read

Raijin: Meaning, Drums and the Japanese Thunder God

January 2, 2026 • Japanese folklore • 10 min read