Exploring the World of Yokai Folklore in Japan How many Yokai are there? There are countless different types! Japanese demons come in many forms, but there are some main groups that most belong to, including animal, ghost, object, and monster. Here are some of the most famous: The Shapeshifters, or ‘Obake’ Obake refer to a…
Japan is already known for the artistic and colourful manhole covers that adorn its streets, which came into fashion in the 1980’s and frequently feature each town’s native flora and scenery. But back in 2018, Pokémon fans got a special treat – Pokémon-themed manholes (known as Pokéfuta) were introduced all across Japan as part of…