MYTHOLOGY / YŌKAI & LEGENDS
Japanese Mythology: Gods, Yōkai & Legends
Explore Japan’s kami and gods, classical myths and legendary figures, then discover yōkai, ghosts and urban legends. Browse the stories and their cultural context, whether you are planning a visit or reading out of curiosity.
Kami, gods, legends, yōkai & living tradition.
Gaki
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Gozu
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Inugami
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Kodama
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Mezu
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Namahage
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Samebito
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Shinigami
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.
Yuki-onna
An entry in the Unmapped Japan member mythology library.