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Supernatural Japan
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Explore the dark side of Japan with the Supernatural Japan Podcast — where chilling true crime, eerie urban legends, and spine-tingling folklore come together. Each episode dives deep into Japan’s haunted history, mysterious disappearances, yokai encounters, and unsolved cases that blur the line between myth and reality. Perfect for fans of paranormal podcasts, Japanese culture, and true crime. Subscribe now and uncover the secrets lurking in the shadows of Japan.
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Japan’s Most Haunted Love Story (Ohatsu Tenjin)
1w ago00:16:18Tap to summarizeStep into the heart of Osaka’s Umeda district and uncover the haunting legend of Tsuyu-no-Tenjinja Shrine, better known as Ohatsu Tenjin. In this Supernatural Japan episode, we explore the shrine’s 1,300-year history, its ties to the scholar-deity Sugawara no Michizane, and the tragic 1703 love-suicide of Ohatsu and Tokubei—immortalized in the famous bunraku play Sonezaki Shinju. Blending folklore, history, and ghostly romance, this episode dives into why Ohatsu Tenjin remains one of Japan’s most powerful spiritual sites for love, loss, and lingering spirits. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mud and Terror - Japan’s Paantu Festival
2w ago00:15:25Tap to summarizeDive into one of Japan’s strangest and most chilling traditions—the Paantu Festival of Miyako-jima in Okinawa. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, discover why mud-covered, masked figures roam the streets, terrifying children and “blessing” villages in a centuries-old ritual of purification and protection. Is it folklore, fear-based discipline, or something more supernatural? Explore the history, meaning, and eerie energy of one of Japan’s most unforgettable festivals. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Haunted Toyama Park: Tokyo’s Ghostly Secrets
2w ago00:22:42Tap to summarizeDiscover the chilling past of Toyama Park in Tokyo in this episode of Supernatural Japan. Once linked to the dark experiments of Unit 731 and the site of tragic events, the park is said to be haunted by restless spirits. We explore its eerie history, local ghost stories, and the lingering supernatural presence that continues to fascinate visitors. Perfect for fans of Japanese folklore, haunted locations, and urban legends. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Keukegen - The Filthy Yokai
3w ago00:10:01Tap to summarizeDive into the eerie world of the Keukegen, a mysterious Japanese yokai known for spreading illness and bad luck. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we explore the origins of this shaggy, unsettling creature, its appearances in historical texts, and its role in modern pop culture, including GeGeGe no Kitaro. Discover the lessons this unique yokai teaches about care, neglect, and the unseen forces around us. Perfect for fans of Japanese folklore, supernatural tales, and mysterious creatures. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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More Haunted Tales from Kyoto
3w ago00:57:07Tap to summarizeExplore the chilling and mysterious side of Japan in this episode of Supernatural Japan: More Haunted Tales from Kyoto. Join host Kevin O’Shea as he chats with regular contributor and Kyoto-based writer Phillip Jackson, uncovering eerie stories from the Kannonji Gate of 100 Beatings near Nijo Castle and the Cursed Mansion of Yoshioka Gondayu. We also dive into the Tsuchinoko Festival in Gifu Prefecture this Golden Week, the enigmatic Rock Ship of Masuda in Nara, and a strange, mysterious deer that has been visiting Phillip’s yard. Perfect for fans of Japanese folklore, haunted history, and supernatural tales, this episode blends local legend with spine-tingling storytelling. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Contact Phillip Jackson for amazing guided historical walking tours of Kyoto, Japan. Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Betobeto-san the Invisible Yokai (Mini-episode)
4w ago00:08:24Tap to summarizeDiscover the eerie legend of Betobetosan, one of Japan’s most mysterious yokai, in this chilling mini-episode of Supernatural Japan. Said to follow travelers at night with the unmistakable sound of footsteps—beto beto—this invisible spirit has haunted roads from Nara to Shizuoka for generations. Learn the folklore behind Betobetosan, how to escape its presence, and how it was popularized through the work of famed yokai artist Shigeru Mizuki. Blending history, superstition, and storytelling, this episode explores one of Japan’s most unsettling supernatural encounters—perfect for fans of Japanese folklore, urban legends, and ghost stories. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Enoshima - Japan’s Dragon Island
Apr 2500:19:02Tap to summarizeExplore the mystical island of Enoshima in this episode of Supernatural Japan, where ancient dragon legends come to life. Discover the story of the five-headed dragon, the sacred shrines, and the supernatural myths that have shaped local culture for centuries. From breathtaking coastal views to haunted tales hidden in Enoshima’s caves, we dive into the island’s folklore, history, and spiritual significance. Perfect for fans of Japanese mythology, ghost stories, and supernatural adventures, this episode will transport you straight to one of Japan’s most enchanting islands. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Tales from Kevin Podcast: Apple Podcasts - Spotify Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jiko Bukken: The Haunted Real Estate of Japan
Apr 1800:28:03Tap to summarizeDiscover the chilling world of jiko bukken—Japan’s infamous “accident properties”—in this episode of Supernatural Japan. From apartments marked by suicide, murder, or unexplained deaths to the lingering stigma that drives prices down, we explore the dark reality behind these haunted listings. Why do these properties carry such fear, and how can buyers uncover their hidden histories? Blending true crime, cultural insight, and eerie urban legends, this episode reveals why some homes in Japan come with more than just a bargain price. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Weird in the Wade - Episode 44 - Pub Ghosts (Kevin O’Shea segment included) on Apple Podcasts, BBC Sounds Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Some of the sources mentioned in this episode: Akiya Mart website Japan Today article about Oshima Teru Nippon (dot) com article about Jiko Bukken Oshima Teru (Japanese Website) Oshima Land (English Website) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Kunekune: Twisting Terror in the Fields
Apr 1400:16:14Tap to summarizeExplore one of Japan’s strangest and most unsettling urban legends in this episode of Supernatural Japan. We dive into the eerie mystery of the Kunekune—a distant, white, writhing figure said to appear in open fields on hot summer days. What happens if you stare too long? Is it a spirit, a psychological phenomenon, or something far more dangerous? Blending folklore, modern encounters, and cultural context, this episode uncovers the chilling truth behind the Kunekune legend in Japan. Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Website: supernaturaljapan.com Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Phantom Trains and Haunted Tracks
Apr 1100:23:37Tap to summarizeStep aboard Japan’s eeriest railways in this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, host Kevin O’Shea explores the legends of phantom trains, haunted stations, and ghostly encounters on the tracks. From the mysterious lore surrounding rural lines to spine-tingling stories linked to places like Kokudo Station and Kintetsu Nara Station, discover why Japan’s rail network is steeped in supernatural folklore. Are these ghost trains echoes of past tragedies, or something more unexplained? Perfect for fans of Japanese urban legends, true ghost stories, and paranormal travel, this episode dives deep into one of Japan’s most haunting mysteries. Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patreon Support on: @BuyMeACoffee Website: supernaturaljapan.com Connect with Supernatural Japan: Instagram: @supernaturaljapan Facebook: @SupernaturalJapan BlueSky: @MadForMaple X: @MadForMaple YouTube: @BusanKevin Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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