What are Japanese ghost stories called?

kaidan
Overall meaning and usage. In its broadest sense, kaidan refers to any ghost story or horror story, but it has an old-fashioned ring to it that carries the connotation of Edo period Japanese folktales.

How many episode are there in Yamishibai?

117 episodes
Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories is an anime series that aims to provide that quick dose of horror. Each of its 117 episodes tells a chilling myth or legend from Japan in a style that mirrors kamishibai, a form of traditional Japanese storytelling and street performance that uses illustrations and narration.

How many seasons are there of Yamishibai?

released season one in its entirety on a single DVD volume in Japan. The first and second seasons have been licensed by Sentai Filmworks. A second season aired from July 6, 2014 to September 28, 2014. A third season aired from January 11, 2016 to April 3, 2016.

What is the oni?

oni, in Japanese folklore, a type of demonic creature often of giant size, great strength, and fearful appearance. They are generally considered to be foreign in origin, perhaps introduced into Japan from China along with Buddhism. Cruel and malicious, they can, nevertheless, be converted to Buddhism.

Is another anime scary?

However, 2012’s Another might just be the scariest anime of all time. Based on the 2009 novel by Yukito Ayatsuji, Another takes an already scary book and makes it even more terrifying.

Where can I see Yamishibai?

Currently you are able to watch “Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai” streaming on Crunchyroll, HiDive or for free with ads on Crunchyroll, VRV.

What are Tengu’s powers?

Abilities. Their supernatural powers include shape-shifting into human or animal forms, speaking to humans without moving their mouth, moving instantly from place to place without using their wings (teleportation), and the sorcery of appearing uninvited in the dreams of the living.