Yokai are the ghosts and spirits that roam Japan by night - sometimes scary, sometimes silly, sometimes helpful, always fun! Read about how you can become a yokai expert.
Simon’s Log
“The Shimabara Rebellion, Yokai and More!” Interview on Japan Station podcast
A second interview with Tony Vega of the JAPAN STATION podcast, this time about Simon Grey 2, the Shimabara Rebellion and yokai lore.
Takiyasha-Hime: Wicked Witch or Freedom Fighter?
An exclusive interview with the ghost of Takiyasha-hime, the sorceress controlling the giant skeleton in Utagawa Kuniyoshi's famous painting.
Amakusa Shiro: Japan’s Luke Skywalker
Against a tyrannical lord ruling in the name of the Emperor, a rebellion arises led by a youth believed to be the Chosen One foretold in prophecy. It sounds like the plot of a fantasy novel, but it's a true episode of Japanese history.
Tengu Dojo: Learn martial arts from a truly LEGENDARY instructor!
So you want to learn martial arts from a truly LEGENDARY instructor? This indispensable guide tells you everything you never knew you needed to know about how to apply and what to expect.
Yokai-on-the-Street Interviews: How Has Coronavirus Affected the Yokai World?
The coronavirus pandemic is even affecting the world of yokai. Find out which yokai are the biggest losers and winners.
If You Want to Drive Away Demons, Don’t Forget the Beans
The author of Simon Grey introduces the Japanese festival of Setsubun, and explores why demons are so easily driven away with beans.
Japan Station podcast: Simon Grey, Yokai, and the Japanese Rip van Winkle
Many thanks to Tony Vega and the "Japan Station" podcast for a delightful chat about the inside story of Simon Grey, and my favorite yokai stories!
Trekking with Tengu
Are tengu real? The creator of Simon Grey walks through fire and water - literally - to find out.
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