8 Best Yokai Podcasts

1. Uncanny Japan

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Uncanny Japan is a podcast about all the more obscure corners of old Japan, from strange superstitions, cultural curiosities, to creepy creatures. Here you can discover all the lesser known gems that author Thersa Matsuura digs up while doing research for her writing. Every episode is uniquely soothing, brought to life by immersive sound design or relaxing binaural soundscapes (ocean waves, autumn crickets, rice field frogs) all recorded right here in Japan. Thersa Matsuura is a writer, folklorist, and graduate of the Clarion West workshop...more Host Thersa Matsuura
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 683Facebook 725Twitter 2.2KInstagram 2.3K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. 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.more Host Kevin OShea
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 55Instagram 2.1K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Yokai Legends

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In this podcast series you will learn all kinds of legendary monsters, ghosts, and other supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore and mythology.
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 24 Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

4. In Ghostly Japan

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Dive into a captivating collection of 14 stories curated by Lafcadio Hearn, where the realms of Japanese folklore and non-fiction intertwine. Hearn not only shares chilling ghost tales, such as A Passional Karma, which explores the theme of eternal love between a young couple, but also offers insights into Japanese culture through Buddhist proverbs, the significance of incense, and the nations deep appreciation for poetry. This enchanting anthology promises to transport you to a world where the supernatural and the cultural coexist harmoniously. (Summary by Availle)more Producer/Network Lafcadio Hearn
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5. Kwaidan- Stories and Studies of Strange Things

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Dive into the enchanting world of Kwaidan, a collection of bizarre and captivating tales drawn from ancient Japanese texts such as the Yaso-Kidan, Bukkyo-Hyakkwa-Zensho, Kokon-Chomonshu, Tama-Sudare, and Hyaku-Monogatari. While some stories may have roots in Chinese mythology, each tale has been beautifully reshaped by its storyteller to resonate with the unique culture of Japan. Among these is the chilling account of Yuki-Onna, a haunting legend recounted by a farmer from Chofu, Musashi province, reflecting the extraordinary beliefs of Japanese folklore...more Producer/Network Lafcadio Hearn
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Avg Length 190 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

6. Japan makes me scared - Horror and Scary stories of Japanese Kaidan

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A podcast to the chilling realm of Japanese horror and scary stories.My name is Jumpei, and I will invite you to the mysterious world of Kaidan, exploring spine-tingling experiences that have haunted Japan...---*Kaidan is a type of scary story that has been popular entertainment in Japan for centuries. You might imagine some kind of traditional ghost stories, Yokai and monster folklore, or maybe any temple-shrine-related thing. But Kaidan also consists of some supernatural tales, urban legends and creepypasta, true crime, and even modern human-based horrors as well, which means you will nevmore Hosts Jumpei, Sabrina
Producer/Network Jumpei
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 17 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Kami and Canon - Anime and Manga Lore and Japanese Folklore

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Welcome to the definitive deep-dive into the mythological roots of Japanese pop culture. Join us on a journey from the vibrant screens of modern anime and manga to the timeless world of Japanese folklore. Together, we'll explore how the tales of mischievous yokai, powerful kami, and legendary samurai have shaped the characters and conflicts in the anime and manga you love.more Email ****@gmail.com
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8. Echoes of Japan

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Ancient gods. Forgotten monsters. Sacred echoes from a land shaped by myth.Echoes of Japan is a storytelling podcast that brings the myths, legends, and spirits of Japan to life—one whispered tale at a time.Told in poetic detail with cinematic atmosphere, each episode unravels a chapter from the spiritual tapestry of Shinto, folklore, and yokai traditions.Whether you're drawn to the birth of gods, the rise of dragons, or the silence of haunted forests—step into the world between worlds, where nothing is forgotten...? New episodes every Monday.more Email ****@gmail.com
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