Ever noticed the fox or raccoon dog motifs stamped across Japanese snack packaging? Those aren't just cute designs. They're yokai, the legendary spirits of Japanese folklore, and they've shaped Japanese culture for centuries.
In our latest blog post, we've mapped out 25 of the most legendary yokai. From the shapeshifting Kitsune to the elusive Yuki-onna, discover the stories behind the characters that still show up in Japan's food, festivals, and traditions today. |