Nestled in Yokoamicho Park in Tokyo, Japan, stands the Ireido Memorial Hall, a sacred space dedicated to the tens of thousands who perished in the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 as well as the Tokyo Air aids of WW2. Thousands of people died in the very location that is Yokoamicho Park in 1923.  Now, it is said to be the site of ghostly figures, mysterious smoke, cries and whispers in the night, and so much other paranormal activity. Yokoamicho Park is one of Tokyo’s most haunted places. Learn about this haunted place in the latest episode of the Supernatural Japan Podcast. 

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The Tanuki, or Japanese raccoon dog, is a unique creature in Japanese culture, blending real-world zoology with centuries of rich folklore. Its mythical counterpart is a shapeshifting trickster and a symbol of good fortune in Japanese mythology. Learn more about this famous Yokai from Japan, an animal with supernatural powers and a unique sense of humor. 

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In this episode, we examine the well-known and terrifying tale of the Inunaki Village in Fukuoka, Prefecture in Japan. Was there a mysterious village locked in time where its residents terrorize any unfortunate soul who stumbles across it? Tales of murder, kidnapping, zombie-like people, and more are packed into this story. We look at the famous Japanese urban legend that inspired the Japanese horror film “Howling Village” Inunaki Mura. Like many urban legends around the world, there may be faint grains of truth, but mostly hearsay and rumors that play on the fears and anxiety of people. Enjoy the tale! 

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Japanese Yokai are supernatural creatures or spirits in Japanese folklore and mythology.  In this podcast episode, we look at the most iconic Japanese Yokai, the Kappa. Kappa are mischievous and sometimes dangerous, known for pulling people into rivers. Learn a little about their origins and the troubles they can cause. 

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Yokai Attack!: The Japanese Monster Survival Guide

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During the final days of World War 2, the city of Osaka suffered greatly from Allied bombing. Many industrial complexes along Osaka’s Yodo River were targeted. On one fateful day, more than a thousand factory workers, women, and children lost their lives after evacuating to Shirokiya Park during a bombing raid. It is said that to this very day, their spirits remain in that park.

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The Hachioji Castle ruins are located near Tokyo, Japan in Hachioji City. In 1590, this was the site of a brutal battle that saw the Hojo Call fall to the powerful forces of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. To avoid capture, the families of the defenders brutally took their own lives. Today, this popular tourist site is said to be one of Japan’s most haunted. If yu're interested in possibly having a paranormal experience, this may be a great place to visit on your next trip to Japan.  Learn more in this episode of Supernatural Japan. 

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In this episode we visit the port city of Kobe, Japan. In the heart of the city, in Sannomiya, is Ikuta Shrine. It’s stood there formore than a thousand years and has gone through many changes and at times, some tragic events. Visitors to Ikuta Shrine have reported seeing the ghostly figure of a woman in white near the shrine, particularly at night. Despite the ghostly legend, Ikuta Shrine remains a popular attraction in Kobe for its rich history and cultural significance.

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When we think of famous cryptids, Bigfoot, Yeti, and chupacabra come to mind, but Japan has its fair share of mysterious creatures. The first recorded sightings of o mysterious sea serpent-like creature, dubbed Mossie, date back to the early 1970s. Much like Scotland’s Loch Ness Monster, Mossie is often described as a serpentine creature with humps that emerge from the deep, dark waters of Lake Yamanaka, one of the five picturesque lakes surrounding Mount Fuji. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we learn more about Mossie. 

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In this Halloween week episode, we chat with Japan-based writer Phillip Jackson. He talks about his new books, Paranormal Japan as well as Tengu and Other Stories. Phillip shares some tales from his latest book including ones about the Gifu Poltergeist and the haunted Sendagaya Tunnel in Tokyo. Kevin and Phillip also discuss other Japanese folklore as well as some of their favorite spooky podcasts such as the Uncanny Podcast, The Battersea Poltergeist, The Witch Farm, Morbid Podcast, and the Nighttime Podcast.

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Tokyo’s iconic Sunshine 60 Building サンシャイン60, is a landmark familiar to anyone who’s visited the city. It was once the tallest skyscraper in Asia and is still considered, by many, to be the most haunted skyscraper in the world. It was constructed on land that has a dark past. The site of many dark crimes and executions. During the day it may seem like a bustling business area and tourist attraction, but when it gets dark, do supernatural things start to happen?

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