Japanese Vampire Yokai

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Unlike Western vampires, Japanese folklore features various blood-drinking and life-draining yokai with unique characteristics and origins.

Common Traits of Japanese Vampire Yokai

  • Feed on blood, flesh, or life force
  • Often active at night
  • May appear human during the day
  • Vulnerable to specific protection methods
Kyūketsuki
Vampire Yokai

Kyūketsuki (吸血鬼)

The closest Japanese equivalent to Western vampires, these blood-drinking spirits prey on the living.

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Nukekubi
Vampire Yokai

Nukekubi (抜け首)

Flying heads that detach at night to drink blood and terrorize victims.

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Nikusui
Vampire Yokai

Nikusui (肉吸)

Flesh-eating yokai that consumes human meat.

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