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Japanese Monster Guide

Japanese Monster Guide

Written by: chehikone
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 The podcast delves into little-known Japanese stories, ancient myths, traditional Kaidan, and exploring the cultural roots of Japan's supernatural world. It's perfect for those fascinated by Japanese culture, mythology, or things that go bump in the night. The podcast is listener-supported, with contributions via Ko-fi helping fund episode production. Supporters receive an invitation to an exclusive Discord server to discuss Japanese monsters and watch exclusive videos. Please support on Ko-fi and join the Discord server. https://ko-fi.com/hauntedjapanchehikone True Crime
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  • Botan Dōrō (The Peony Lantern): A Classic Japanese Ghost Story

    Botan Dōrō (The Peony Lantern): A Classic Japanese Ghost Story
    May 19 2025

    "Botan Dōrō" is a famous Japanese ghost story. It tells of a young man who falls in love with a beautiful woman he meets during the summer. She visits him nightly, always carrying a lantern decorated with a peony flower.

    However, he discovers a shocking truth: the woman is not alive; they are ghosts visiting from their graves.

    This is a haunting and tragic tale about love that crosses the boundary between life and death, exploring themes of devotion, fate, and the supernatural consequences of this spectral relationship.

    But the ultimate chilling conclusion of this forbidden romance is kept secret, waiting to be discovered.
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