The Shamanic Origins of Legendary Hunters: An Independent Guide to Korea’s Real-Life Supernatural Landmarks
Explore Korea’s “Legendary Hunters” trail. An independent look at how Namsan Tower & Bukchon Village link to ancient Mudang (shaman) rituals & hunter tropes.
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My Happy Marriage Theory: The Secret History of Paper Origami, Tsukimono, and Shintoism
Dive into a My Happy Marriage theory exploring the secret history of paper origami, Tsukimono, and Shintoism connections in the anime’s spiritual powers.
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From Daibutsu to Bonten: The Buddhist Iconography in Tokyo Revengers
Explore the deep-seated influence of Buddhist statues and Dragon Kings on popular anime like Tokyo Revengers and Asura’s Wrath, from Bonten to the Daibutsu.
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Anime Witches in Japanese Culture
In anime witches are often depicted as Magical Girls who wear cute outfits and own cats. Could the origins of their power be something more sinister?
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Madara, the Okuri-Inu Youkai
A new installment in the Sunday series – this week focusing on Madara from Natsume’s Book of Friends.
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