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In this episode, I explore the legend of the Hyakki Yagyō—the Night Parade of 100 Demons. Rooted in Japanese folklore, this eerie procession of yokai was once believed to roam the streets at night, punishing any human unlucky enough to witness it. Today, the myth is brought to life at the Kai Kai Festival in Toei Kyoto Studio Park, where costumed yokai wander the grounds in a theatrical reenactment of the parade. Visitors step into a dreamlike—sometimes nightmarish—world where folklore and fear collide, offering a hauntingly immersive experience.
In this episode, I explore the legend of the Hyakki Yagyō—the Night Parade of 100 Demons. Rooted in Japanese folklore, this eerie procession of yokai was once believed to roam the streets at night, punishing any human unlucky enough to witness it. Today, the myth is brought to life at the Kai Kai Festival in Toei Kyoto Studio Park, where costumed yokai wander the grounds in a theatrical reenactment of the parade. Visitors step into a dreamlike—sometimes nightmarish—world where folklore and fear collide, offering a hauntingly immersive experience.