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Do Inugami Families Really Exist? Surnames, Bloodlines, and a Shikoku Marriage Rumor
English Version In Episode 2 of this series, we looked at how the idea of the inugami—a dog spirit used in curses or spirit possession—was already recogniz -
Rokudo no Tsuji: Kyoto’s Legendary Crossroads Between This World and the Next
English Version When you hear “the boundary between this world and the next,” what kind of place do you imagine? A glittering river like the Sanzu River fr -
Kubikari Shrine: Toyohashi’s Rumored Head-Hunting Shrine
English Version Locals know this place by the unsettling nickname Kubikari Shrine, or “the head-hunting shrine.” The actual site is Sengen Shrine Fujisha i -
Is Inugami a Yokai, a Ghost, or an Onmyoji Curse? Japan’s Feared Dog Spirit Legend
English Version In the first part of this series, we looked broadly at how the being known as inugami may have developed and what kinds of legends surround -
Modern Slavery in Africa: The Dark Reality Still Haunting the Present
English Version In October 2019, a video sparked controversy, especially in the United States. It showed mounted police officers arresting a Black man and -
Hachioji Castle Ruins: Tokyo’s Most Chilling Haunted Historic Site
English Version When you hear the phrase “haunted spot,” what kind of place comes to mind? Maybe an abandoned village hidden deep in the mountains, down a -
The Terrifying Legend of Slender Man: An Internet Horror Icon
Unraveling the chilling tale of Slender Man, a modern urban legend that emerged from the depths of the internet, captivating and horrifying audiences worldwide. -
The Most Terrifying Haunted Spots in Nagasaki Prefecture
Explore the chilling haunted locations in Nagasaki, Japan. From ghostly legends to eerie experiences, discover why these sites are considered the most frightening in the region. -
The Curse of Taira no Masakado: Truth or Fiction?
Explore the chilling legends surrounding the grave of Taira no Masakado, a famous cursed spot in Tokyo, and uncover the truth behind its notorious reputation. -
Were We All Aliens? How to Explore Your Starseed Origins
English Version Out of nowhere, here is a strange question: what kind of alien are you, and where did you come from? Most people would probably answer, “No
