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In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore the bizarre Curse of the Colonel—the legend claiming a KFC Colonel Sanders statue doomed the Hanshin Tigers after fans threw it into Osaka’s Dōtonbori River in 1985. Discover the team’s passionate fan culture, the chaotic championship celebration, and why many believe the missing statue haunted the Tigers for decades. A mix of history, sports folklore, and modern Japanese urban legend, this episode uncovers the true story behind one of Japan’s strangest curses. Also included is an interview that host Kevin O’Shea did with BBC Radio in 2016 about why Japanese people eat KFC for Christmas! 

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Dive into the legend of the Namahage, one of Japan’s most iconic winter spirits, in this episode of Supernatural Japan. We explore the origins of these fearsome oni-like figures from rural Akita, their role in the famous Namahage Sedo Festival, and how this ancient folklore tradition continues to shape modern Japanese culture. Perfect for listeners who love Japanese mythology, regional traditions, and mysterious supernatural beings.

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Discover the chilling legend of the Shinjuku Ghost Train in this episode of Supernatural Japan. We explore Tokyo, Japan’s most famous phantom commuter, its eerie origins, late-night sightings, and the unsettling variations of the tale that continue to haunt travelers. From underground mysteries to global ghost train legends, this episode dives into why Shinjuku Station—one of the busiest transit hubs on Earth—remains a hotspot for supernatural intrigue. Perfect for fans of Japanese urban legends, haunted locations, and unexplained phenomena.

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Explore the chilling ghost stories of Kobe City Hall in this episode of Supernatural Japan. Discover how the Great Hanshin–Awaji Earthquake shaped Kobe, Japan’s tragic past, and learn why staff, security guards, and visitors continue to report eerie sightings, phantom footsteps, and unexplained shadows within the building. Blending local history with modern paranormal accounts, this episode uncovers one of Kobe’s most enduring urban legends.

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Step into one of Japan’s most mysterious and sacred places in this episode of Supernatural Japan. We explore Izumo Taisha, the ancient grand shrine of Shimane Prefecture—home of powerful legends, ghost stories, and the annual Kamiarizuki, when every god in Japan gathers in Izumo. Discover the shrine’s deep ties to Shinto mythology, its towering ancient architecture, and the supernatural tales of spirits, divine meetings, and wandering hitodama along the Izumo coast. Perfect for fans of Japanese folklore, yokai, Shinto history, and Japan’s hidden, off-the-beaten-path destinations.

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Journey into the dark legends of Kamome Manor (かもめ荘) in this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan. Explore the abandoned seaside residence said to be cursed, haunted by restless spirits, mysterious disappearances, and eerie sightings that locals refuse to talk about. Discover the history, rumors, and supernatural folklore surrounding these ruined halls, and learn why Kamome Manor remains one of Japan’s most unsettling urban legends. Perfect for fans of Japanese hauntings, cursed places, and true ghost stories.

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Explore the eerie world of Tsukumogami in this episode of Supernatural Japan as we uncover the legends of the Chōchin-obake, the haunted paper lantern, and the mischievous Bakezōri, the runaway straw sandal. Learn the folklore, origins, and cultural significance of these everyday objects-turned-yōkai, and discover how they appear in Japanese ghost stories, anime, manga, and modern pop culture. Perfect for fans of Japanese mythology, haunted artifacts, and strange supernatural tales.

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Step into the eerie world of Japan’s most famous school ghost — Hanako-san, The Terrifying Bathroom Ghost. In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore the origins of this haunting urban legend, from post-war ghost stories to modern sightings in school bathrooms across the country. Discover why Hanako-san has terrified generations of students and how she became a cultural icon of Japan’s “school ghost” phenomenon.

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In this special episode of Supernatural Japan, we journey to South Korea to explore real ghost stories and Korean folklore. Host Kevin O’Shea talks with writer and folklorist Shawn Morrissey, author of Supernatural Encounters in South Korea and guide for the Dark Side of Seoul walking tours.

Shawn shares chilling paranormal encounters and haunted legends gathered from Koreans and expats alike, revealing how history and culture shape Korea’s supernatural beliefs. From eerie cemeteries to centuries-old ghost tales, this episode uncovers the haunting side of Korean tradition and modern life.

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A woman boards a late-night train—and vanishes into another world. In this eerie episode, Supernatural Japan explores the chilling legend of Kisaragi Station, Japan’s most famous internet ghost story. Was it a hoax, a glitch in reality, or something supernatural? Step aboard and decide for yourself.

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