Name Meaning
Kitsune-Tsuki (狐憑き) translates to “fox possession,” a condition where a person is believed to be inhabited or controlled by a fox spirit.
- Kitsune = Fox
- Tsuki (憑き) = Possession
Origin
- Common in Japanese folk beliefs from the Heian period onward.
- Often reported among women or people with spiritual sensitivity.
- Some believed it was inherited in certain families tied to fox spirits.
Appearance
- Foxes are not seen directly, but the possessed individual may exhibit unusual behavior.
- Reports of supernatural strength, wild speech, or hunger for raw food.
Behavior & Myths
- Fox spirits take control for revenge, mischief, or to impart wisdom.
- Shamans or exorcists were called upon to expel the fox.
- Some viewed it as a spiritual gift or curse depending on the context.
Symbolism
- Represents mental illness, unexplained phenomena, or spiritual imbalance.
- Used as a metaphor for social pressure, especially on women.
- Still referenced in modern media and psychology discussions in Japan.
