A recent study has once again demonstrated that plants, like all other kingdoms in nature from the elements to humans, do indeed feel and express feelings in ways we relate to 'consciousness'. Beyond the classic seven spheres of consciousness, however, are inanimate objects which proponents of animism believe are imbued with their own spirit, particularly if they are things we use often. Our exploration into such concepts will spirit us away - kamikakushi - into the realm of yōkai.

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