Toshi Densetsu (都市伝説) is a term to refer to Japanese urban legend/creepypasta.
Toshi Densetsu is a rich and diverse collection of folklore and modern tales that have been passed down through generations or emerged in contemporary times. These stories often involve supernatural elements, eerie occurrences, or mysterious happenings. Toshi Densetsu can encompass a wide range of themes, from ghosts and spirits to cursed objects and haunted locations.
I believe Japanese urban Legend/creepypasta have a unique attraction that draws on people’s deep fears. Let me introduce you here to the archive of Toshi Densetsu from “Japan makes me scared”. Enjoy!
Have you ever heard the name Kashima Reiko — or Kashima-san as she’s often called in Japan? The ghost of a woman, cut in half, appearing late at night to ask a question that could cost you your life… Today, we delve into the haunting story of Kashima Reiko — her origin, the terrifying encounter, […]
Today, I would like to share one of the scariest stories from Japanese urban legends, Yamanoke. “Ten… Sou… Metsu” What is that voice? Then something white is coming towards us… What is Yamanoke in Japanese Urban Legend? Yamanoke (ヤマノケ) is a Japanese urban legend story/the name of the creature that appears in the story. Since
Yamanoke: What lurks in the deep forest in Japan – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »
“There was a slide, and one woman was standing behind it.”But wait. Does she look familiar to somebody? Somebody from… one of the Japanese urban legends? Today’s story is about a mysterious Kaidan story that connects an urban legend and reality, originally told by Yurian Retriever. Woman behind the slide Story (Japan Makes Me Scared
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Today, I will introduce Sugisawa Village, an abandoned village that’s not on the map but possibly exits deep inside the mountains in Japan. An eerie entrance in the mountains leads to a haunted village where evil spirits lurk. If you wander into there, there is no guarantee that you will return safely… What is Sugisawa
Today, I will introduce Hashihime, goddesses turned into demons in Japanese legend associated with old bridges. A jealous woman becomes a demon trapped by hatred… Join me as I unravel the legend of the goddess worshipped around the bridge. What is Hashihime in Japanese Legend? Hashihime (橋姫) refers to a goddess who appears in Japanese
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Today, I will introduce Teru Teru Bozu, a doll with which people pray for good weather in Japan. A seemingly innocent work often created by a child, but only there could be dark mysteries hiding behind it… What is Teru Teru Bozu? Teru Teru Bozu (てるてる坊主) is a Japanese handmade doll, typically made of white
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Today, I will introduce Inunaki Village, a hidden village that may be located somewhere in the Inunaki area of Fukuoka prefecture. If you happen to find the village, never set foot in it. Otherwise, you might be harmed by the villagers in their madness… What is Inunaki Village in Japanese Urban Legend? Inunaki Village (犬鳴村)
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Today, I will introduce Kokkuri-san, a Japanese board game to possibly call out evil spirits. A coin placed on a piece of paper, and fingers that move on their own. Don’t quit halfway, though. Otherwise, the thing that you’ve summoned will take you away… What is Kokkuri-san? Kokkuri-san (こっくりさん) is a type of board game
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Today, I will introduce Okiku Doll, the haunted Japanese doll whose hair keeps growing. Is the doll possessed? Did the spirit of the original owner take over? We will explore this doll’s myth here. What is Okiku Doll? Okiku Doll (お菊人形/Okiku the haunted doll) is a Japanese doll that currently stays in Mannenji (萬念寺) temple,
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Today, I will introduce Hitori Kakurenbo, a Japanese hide-and-seek that you play alone. You are on your own at first, but you would feel something coming after you unknowingly at some point. This ritual should never be done alone lightly, otherwise… What is Hitori Kakurenbo In Japanese urban legend? Hitori Kakurenbo (ひとりかくれんぼ) is one of