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In onryo are the vengeful ghosts of people who die while experiencing strong emotions like anger, jealousy, or hatred. Their souls, unable to pass on, turn into powerful spirits seeking vengeance on everyone they encounter.

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In #JapaneseFolklore onryo are the  vengeful ghosts of people who die while experiencing strong emotions like anger, jealousy, or hatred. Their souls, unable to pass on, turn into powerful spirits seeking vengeance on everyone they encounter.
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In it is possible for inanimate objects to obtain a spirit (or kami) once they reach advanced age, usually around 100 years old. At this point they become a known as tsukumogami and develop supernatural powers. If the object was...

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In #JapaneseFolklore it is possible for inanimate objects to obtain a spirit (or kami) once they reach advanced age, usually around 100 years old. At this point they become a #yokai known as tsukumogami and develop supernatural powers.  If the object was...
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In Japanese mythology, Uzume is the goddess of the dawn. She was the one whose dancing helped to coax the sun goddess Amaterasu out of the cave she was hiding in, which then allowed light to return to the world. More below 👇

In Japanese mythology, Uzume is the goddess of the dawn. She was the one whose dancing helped to coax the sun goddess Amaterasu out of the cave she was hiding in, which then allowed light to return to the world. More below 👇 
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🎌👹 Oni Bite NFT is a captivating collection of digital art inspired by Japanese folklore. With their vibrant colors and unique characteristics. Immerse yourself in this mesmerizing world and experience the magic of Oni Bite NFT! ✨🖼️

🎌👹 Oni Bite NFT is a captivating collection of digital art inspired by Japanese folklore. With their vibrant colors and unique characteristics. Immerse yourself in this mesmerizing world and experience the magic of Oni Bite NFT! ✨🖼️ #JapaneseFolklore #DigitalArt  #oni_bite
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These sculptures represent characters from one of the most famous stories in Japanese folklore; Benkei and Yoshitsune. Benkei, a warrior monk was instructed by a famous swordsmith that he must collect 1000 swords to forge armor for himself (1/3)

These sculptures represent characters from one of the most famous stories in Japanese folklore; Benkei and Yoshitsune. Benkei, a warrior monk was instructed by a famous swordsmith that he must collect 1000 swords to forge armor for himself (1/3)
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In baku are chimera known as dream-eaters. If you wake from a bad dream it is possible to call on the baku to eat the nightmare. It also acts as a protective spirit and wards off evil spirits, allowing good luck to find you. But beware...

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In #JapaneseFolklore baku are chimera #yokai known as dream-eaters. If you wake from a bad dream it is possible to call on the baku to eat the nightmare. It also acts as a protective spirit and wards off evil spirits, allowing good luck to find you. But beware...
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