Today Im going to do something a little different, again. Im going to give you some real ykai and paranormal news. Not current news, but stories that were actually published in newspapers during th

Is sleeping with your head facing north a practice that'll bring you bad luck and invite death or is it good luck, welcoming a restful night's sleep and money? [This description contains Amazon affil

"The Other Side" is a ghost story I wrote using some of the more common Japanese scary tropes. Put on some headphones and turn out the lights and let me tell you a story. is author . Her other shows

My guess is that Japan has more haunted tunnels than anywhere in the world. In this episode I talk about three of the creepiest and most well-known. is author . Her other shows are and . Check out h

The Okiku-chan doll is believed to contain the spirit of the little girl who once owned her. This is seen by her constantly, slow growing hair. is author . Her other shows are and . Check out her b

Myth Tales is an immersive retelling of Japan's creation myth. is author . Her other shows are and . Check out her books including on Amazon. If you'd like to help support the podcast and have a be

Part 2 of Summer Festival in Japan is about unique games and dancing. is author . Her other shows are and . Check out her books including on Amazon. If you'd like to help support the podcast and ha

Come experience a small summer festival (Natsu Matsuri) with me. This is Part One: Outfits and Eats! is author . Her other shows are and . Check out her books including on Amazon. If you'd like to

Learn about the history of tea and the tea ceremony in Japan, its origins in Buddhist rituals, and its later development into an art form. Listen to stories about the famous tea masters Rikyu and the

The raij or thunder beast is smallish, very weird-looking creature that darts around during thunderstorms and wreaks havoc on the community. Here's what you need to know about it. is author . Her o