Onigashima, literally "Island of Oni", is a mythical ogre-infested island that features prominently in the traditional Japanese
Japanese folklore
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Onigashima, literally "Island of Oni", is a mythical ogre-infested island that features prominently in the traditional Japanese
Japanese folklore
The folklore of Japan is heavily influenced by both Shinto and Buddhism in Japan, the two primary religions in the country. It often involves humorous or bizarre characters and situations and also includes an assortment of supernatural beings, such as bodhisattva, kami , yokai , yurei , Japanese dragon, and animals with supernatu... tale of Momotaro
Momotaro
is a popular hero from Japanese folklore. His name literally means Peach Taro; as Taro is a common Japanese boy's name, it is often translated as Peach Boy.... , also known as the "Peach Boy".
Onigashima is sometimes associated with Megijima (an island in the Inland Sea near Takamatsu
Takamatsu, Kagawa
is located in central Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku in Japan, and is the seat of the prefectural government. It is designated a core city by the Japanese Government.... ) due to the vast manmade caverns found on that island.
