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Yurei - Japanese Ghosts & Hauntings

Yurei - Japanese Ghosts & Hauntings

Update: 2024-10-24
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Explore the chilling world of Yurei, the vengeful ghosts of Japanese folklore. In this episode, we delve into the origins, stories, and legends surrounding Yurei spirits, from their connection to death and unresolved grudges to their portrayal in popular Japanese horror. Discover the famous tales of Onryo (vengeful ghosts), the haunting role of Yurei in traditional Japanese culture, and how they inspire modern movies like The Ring and The Grudge.


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Sources/Recomended Reading:


Davisson, Zach (2020). "Yurei: The Japanese Ghost". Chin Music Press Inc.


Morton, Lisa (2017). "Ghosts: A Haunted History". Reaktion Books.


Yoda, Hiroko & Matt Alt (2012). "Yurei Attack!: The Japanese Ghost Survival Guide". Tuttle Publishing.


"A History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural." 2024. DK.



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Yurei - Japanese Ghosts & Hauntings

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