We go way back to old Japan in this famous story of a poor young man who saves a fish. Japan is surrounded by water, so much of their folklore comes from the sea.

Japanese mermaids are called Ningyo, and they are not like European mermaids at all! Thankfully, our hero catches the Dragon king's daughter and sets her free. That's got to be worth a reward, right?

You can find out lots more about Japanese folklore in this wonderful book HERE.

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Theme Music by Leo Grazebrook on GarageBand

Storytelling and singing by Emily Hanna-Grazebrook

Produced by Andy Grazebrook

Art by Light Creative

Sound effects by Zapsplat

Music royalty free via YOUTUBE