In this episode of Supernatural Japan, titled “When the Spirits Return: Japan’s Spooky Summer,” we explore the eerie traditions and ghostly folklore that come alive during Japan’s hottest season. From the haunting Obon Festival—when ancestral spirits are said to return—to chilling kaidan (ghost stories), mysterious summer rituals, and the soothing yet otherworldly sound of fūrin (wind chimes), we uncover how Japanese culture embraces the supernatural during the long summer nights. Join us as we dive into centuries-old beliefs, spooky seasonal legends, and the cultural meaning behind Japan’s summer of spirits.

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