Name Meaning
Onikuma (鬼熊) means "demon bear" in Japanese, describing a legendary bear with supernatural strength and terrifying behavior.
- Oni (鬼) = Demon
- Kuma (熊) = Bear
Origin
- Found in the folklore of mountainous regions in Japan.
- Feared for preying on livestock and sometimes even humans.
- Linked to bears that have lived a long time and become yokai.
Appearance
- A massive bear that walks upright like a human.
- Glowing eyes and immense strength.
- May carry its prey in its arms or over its shoulder.
Behavior & Myths
- Appears at night to raid villages and barns for livestock.
- Some tales say it can vanish into mist or run faster than any horse.
- Considered nearly impossible to kill by normal means.
Symbolism
- Embodies primal wilderness and fear of untamed nature.
- Represents strength and wild intelligence.
- Sometimes seen as a test of courage for hunters or warriors.
