An invisible spirit from Japanese folklore known to follow travelers at night, making eerie footstep sounds. Though unseen, it causes unease with its audible presence. To dispel it, one must politely say, “Please, go ahead, Betobeto-san.”
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A ghostly whale yokai said to appear off the coast of western Japan. Surrounded by strange birds and fish, it brings misfortune and plagues to those who witness it. Bake-kujira is believed to be the spirit of a whale killed unjustly.
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A supernatural cat yokai known for its ability to shape-shift, speak human languages, and curse households. Bakeneko are born when cats live a long life or are mistreated, turning into vengeful and magical beings.
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A lively spirit formed from an old straw sandal, the Bakezōri comes to life when neglected. It runs about the house at night chanting and causing playful mischief.
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A mythical chicken-like beast that breathes ghostly fire and appears silently in the mountains of Ehime Prefecture, startling those who spot it.
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A malevolent spirit of poverty that brings misfortune and financial ruin to households it inhabits.
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A haunted biwa (Japanese lute) that takes on a ghostly form, often appearing when neglected or unused.
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A beloved tale of a magical tanuki who disguises itself as a teakettle to help a kind man prosper.
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A trembling spirit known to instill an intense sensation of fear or chills, especially when people enter haunted or cursed places.
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One of the Four Symbols of Chinese and Japanese mythology, Byakko is the White Tiger of the West, representing metal, autumn, and protection.
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