Name Meaning
Yagyō-san (夜行さん) can be translated as "Mr. Night Traveler," an ominous figure known for roaming during the darkest hours.
Origin
- Part of Edo-period ghost tales and urban legends.
- Associated with dangerous crossroads and remote paths.
Appearance
- Appears as a fearsome rider on a headless horse.
- His own face may be hidden or absent, adding to his mystique.
- Surrounded by eerie silence or unexplainable wind gusts.
Behavior & Myths
- Believed to bring misfortune or madness to those who witness him.
- Often vanishes without a trace, leaving only hoof prints or scorch marks.
- Some stories say he abducts people who travel alone at night.
Symbolism
- Embodies fear of nighttime travel and the unknown.
- Represents bad luck, curses, or warnings to avoid dark roads.
- Similar to Western ghost rider legends, blending fear and awe.
