Supernatural Japan

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  • Ghosts of Mount Unzen

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    In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we journey to Mount Unzen in Nagasaki Prefecture—one of Japan’s most haunted and tragic places. From volcanic eruptions and the Christian martyrdoms of the Edo era to modern ghost sightings near the mountain’s hot springs, Mount Unzen’s dark past lingers in the mist. Discover how history, faith, and folklore intertwine to create one of Japan’s most powerful supernatural legends.


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    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



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    16 min
  • The Human-Faced Dog – Legend of the Jinmenken

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    In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore one of Japan’s most unsettling urban legends—the Jinmenken, or Human-Faced Dog. From eerie Edo-period sightings to modern reports of ghostly, talking dogs speeding down Tokyo highways, the Jinmenken continues to blur the line between folklore and fact. Discover its mysterious origins, cultural symbolism, and how this bizarre creature still haunts Japan’s pop culture today.


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    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



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    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    12 min
  • The Ghosts of Old Yanaka Cemetery

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    In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore the eerie legends and lingering spirits of Tokyo’s historic Yanaka Cemetery. Once home to samurai graves, artists, and Meiji-era elites, Yanaka is said to harbor restless ghosts and mysterious energies that have haunted locals for generations. Discover how Japan’s deep respect for the dead intertwines with tales of hauntings, temple guardians, and the supernatural history of Tokyo’s most atmospheric graveyard.


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    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin

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    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    11 min
  • The Haunted Kaizuka Sanatorium

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    In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore the eerie ruins of the Kaizuka Children’s Tuberculosis Sanatorium in Osaka — one of Japan’s most mysterious abandoned hospitals. Once a medical facility for sick children, it now stands as a chilling haikyo (urban ruin) shrouded in ghost stories and local legends. Discover the tragic history of Japan’s tuberculosis era, the isolation of young patients, and the haunting atmosphere that still lingers among its decaying halls.



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    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


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    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    16 min
  • The Okuri-inu: The Dark Guardian of Mountains (Japan's Dogman)

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    In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we follow the eerie footsteps of the Okuri-inu, the “sending-off dog” said to stalk travelers on Japan’s lonely mountain paths. Is it a protector—or a predator? Discover the origins of this wolf-like yokai, its ties to Shinto mountain worship, and the ancient rituals used to stay safe when something unseen walks behind you.



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    Tales from Kevin Podcast (My diary style podcast):

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


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    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

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    13 min
  • The Mermaid of Enjuin Temple — Japan’s Mummified Mystery or Hoax?

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    A centuries-old mermaid mummy rests in Enjuin Temple, Okayama—said to bring luck, warning, or eternal life. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we dive into the strange tale of this relic, the legend of Yao Bikuni, and Japan’s long tradition of yokai hoaxes and supernatural curiosities from the Edo era. Discover the truth behind one of Japan’s most haunting maritime mysteries.


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    Email: [email protected]


    Tales from Kevin Podcast (My personal diary podcast):

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    14 min
  • Halloween in Japan: Cosplay, Crowds, and Caution

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    Discover how Japan celebrates Halloween in Supernatural Japan: Halloween in Japan – Cosplay, Crowds, and Caution. From massive Shibuya street parties to family-friendly parades and spooky themed cafés, this episode explores how Japan blends Western traditions with unique local culture. We’ll also look at recent restrictions in Tokyo, the impact of the Itaewon tragedy in Korea, and what travelers can expect during Japan’s Halloween season. Perfect for fans of Japanese culture, travel, and the supernatural.


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    Email: [email protected]


    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    19 min
  • The Setagaya Family Murders (Japan's Most Baffling Crime)

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    The Setagaya Family Murders remain one of Japan’s most shocking unsolved crimes. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we uncover the brutal 2000 slaying of the Miyazawa family in Tokyo, the chilling evidence left behind, and the eerie supernatural theories that surround the case. A haunting blend of true crime, Japanese history, and the paranormal.


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    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    17 min
  • The Ghosts of Okunoin Cemetery and Kōyasan

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    In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we journey to the sacred mountaintop of Koyasan in Wakayama and explore Okunoin Cemetery, Japan’s largest and most haunted graveyard. Discover ghostly legends, eerie encounters, and the deep spiritual history of this mysterious site, where thousands of souls rest and folklore comes alive.



    Follow the podcast: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supernaturaljapan

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan

    Email: [email protected]


    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


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    13 min
  • The Teigin Incident and the Ghost of Sadamichi Hirasawa

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    Discover the dark mystery of the 1948 Teigin Incident—Japan’s most infamous mass poisoning—and the ghost of Sadamichi Hirasawa, the man many believe was wrongfully convicted. Was he a killer, or a victim who still haunts Japan’s history? Explore the crime, the legend, and the supernatural in this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan.


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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan

    Email: [email protected]


    Tales from Kevin Podcast:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

    Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


    Support the show

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    16 min

About Supernatural Japan

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Supernatural Japan explores the dark, mysterious, and unexplained side of Japan. Each episode uncovers the country’s most chilling Japanese ghost stories, haunted places, urban legends, yokai,…

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