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!
Today, I will introduce Wara Ningyo, a Japanese straw doll which is often used to curse somebody you hate. If you see a straw doll nailed to a tree in a shrine, that could be the remains of a cursing ritual… What is Wara Ningyo In Japan? Wara Ningyo (藁人形) is the term for dolls […]
Wara Ningyo: Straw Dolls to Curse Your Target Read More »
Today, I will introduce Ushi no Toki Mairi (alternatively, Ushi no Koku Mairi), a Japanese ritual to perform a curse on someone. If you see a suspicious woman dressed in white at a shrine late at night, never approach her. Once she realises you’ve seen her, she might come after you to kill… What is
Ushi no Toki Mairi (Ushi no Koku Mairi): Japanese Curse Ritual by Shrine Visit Read More »
Today, I will introduce Kuchisake-Onna, which has terrorised all over Japan with its urban legend story. On a dark night street, when approached by a seemingly beautiful woman. That could be the beginning of a terrifying experience… What is Kuchisake-Onna In Japanese Urban Legends? Kuchisake-Onna (The Slit-Mouthed Woman/口裂け女) is a well-known and terrifying character in
Today, we introduce you to Kagome Kagome, a popular Japanese children’s game/song. A tranquil scene with children happily singing and playing. But that song may be hiding a fear you don’t know about… What is Kagome Kagome In Japanese Creepypasta? Kagome Kagome is a traditional Japanese children’s game, and also the name of the song
Kagome Kagome: Fear Behind Children’s Game Song – Japanese Creepypasta/Urban Legend Read More »
Today, we introduce you to the Japanese urban legend of Monkey Dream (猿夢).Once you stray into that dream, a gruesome death will never miss to catch you… What is Monkey Dream In Japanese Urban Legends? Monkey Dream (猿夢) is one of the most well-known Japanese urban legends/the name of the dream described in the story.
Monkey Dream: On the Train to the Deadly End – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »
Today, we introduce you to Aka Manto, a Japanese urban legend that dwells in school toilets Red or blue? Will the choice result in stopping that phantom? Once you face it, there might be no escape… What is Aka Manto In Japanese Urban Legends? Aka Manto (赤マント/Red Cape), often referred to as Akai Kami, Aoi
Aka Manto: Red Paper or Blue Paper? – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »
Today, we introduce you to Hanako-san (Hanako of the toilet), an all-too-famous Japanese urban legend. A school toilet where no one is supposed to be. But if you know how to call out, a girl who shouldn’t be there might appear… What is Hanako-san In Japanese Urban Legends? Hanako-san (花子さん) is one of the most
Today, we will dive into the mysteries of “Kankandara”, a Japanese urban legend that was posted on 2chan. If there is a forbidden area near your town in Japan, do not get close to it. You could unintentionally unleash what is sealed in there… What is Kankandara In Japanese Urban Legends? Kankandara (姦姦蛇螺/かんかんだら) is a
Kankandara: Evil Yokai of the Forbidden Forest – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »
Today, we will dive into the bloody mysteries of “Kotoribako”, a Japanese urban legend that was posted on 2chan. Do not open the box or even get near it. The curse and the evil feeling may bring you unexpected misfortune… *(Caution) There have been reports of people suffering health problems after reading Kotoribako. If you
Kotoribako: Never Even Approach The Cursed Box – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »
Today, we will dive into the classic Japanese urban legend of Kisaragi Station that was posted on 2chan. Be careful when you are on a train. Before you know it, you could be lost in a world you don’t know… What is Kisaragi Station In Japanese Urban Legends? Kisaragi Station (きさらぎ駅) is a popular urban
Kisaragi Station: Getting Lost In The Non-Exist – Japanese Urban Legend/Creepypasta Read More »