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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet

Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet

Tara A. Devlin

Each week on “Kowabana: ‘True’ Japanese scary stories from around the internet,” horror author and translator Tara A. Devlin presents a selection of Japanese horror, creepypastas and urban legends translated from the deepest, darkest parts of the web. Creepy ghosts and vengeful onryo, cursed technology and haunted shrines. Discover horror like only Japan knows how to deliver. Brand new and exclusive stories translated each week. Find out more at http://www.kowabana.net/

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Tales from Chubu

Tales from Chubu

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02/07/25 • 49 min

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This week, we’re heading to Chubu for eight terrifying tales from central Japan. What lurks in the mountains that split the country in half? Come find out...

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - A Dance With Dolls

A Dance With Dolls

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09/20/24 • 48 min

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Nine terrifying tales of haunted, cursed, and otherwise horrifying dolls from Japan that will make you question those dead eyes and if there is, perhaps, something behind them.

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Tales from Kyushu

Tales from Kyushu

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01/10/25 • 44 min

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This week we’re heading to the island of Kyushu for 8 stories of terrifying ghosts, monsters, and sometimes even people...

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Warnings from the Inaka

Warnings from the Inaka

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12/27/24 • 45 min

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Ten tales from the countryside serving us warnings, wisdom, and a whole lot of chills when it comes to what lurks outside the reach of our big cities.

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - More Terrifying Than Ghosts…

More Terrifying Than Ghosts…

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11/29/24 • 48 min

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They often say that the one thing more terrifying than ghosts is, well, people, and these eight stories will certainly make you wonder if that’s true or not.

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Terrifying Net Legends

Terrifying Net Legends

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05/31/24 • 46 min

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This week sees a variety of stories, both long and short, that over the years have gained popularity and become legends in their own right. Internet horror at its finest.

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Terrifying Spirits You Should Fear

Terrifying Spirits You Should Fear

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03/13/20 • 45 min

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Japan is the land of “eight million kami,” but if these stories are anything to go by, not all of them are good. Beware when interacting with the unknown...

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - The Cruel Fate of Curses

The Cruel Fate of Curses

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10/18/24 • 49 min

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Five terrifying tales of curses from Japan that will make you suspicious of even the most mundane objects, but also, who exactly has it out for you...

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Kokkuri-san, kakurenbo and other creepy childhood games

Kokkuri-san, kakurenbo and other creepy childhood games

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01/12/18 • 33 min

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This week's episode focuses on creepy Japanese childhood games. Kaidan, the practice of telling scary stories, one by one, until 'something' appears at the end. Kokkuri-san, the Japanese ouija board game that should not be messed around with. Kakurenbo, the hide and seek game where you may not like what you find. Find out about these games and more in this week's special episode!

BGM thanks to Myuuji Intro & Outro BGM thanks to Kevin MacLeod Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

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Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet - Horrors in the Japanese skies

Horrors in the Japanese skies

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02/01/19 • 35 min

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Discover four tales of terror that'll make you question whether you really want to get on that flight to Japan or not. Sometimes the flight itself is not the real thing you have to worry about...

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How many episodes does Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet have?

Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet currently has 200 episodes available.

What topics does Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Drama, Podcasts, Books and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet?

The episode title 'Tales from Chubu' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet?

The average episode length on Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet is 44 minutes.

How often are episodes of Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet released?

Episodes of Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet?

The first episode of Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet was released on Nov 24, 2017.

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