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The Bean Washer

Azukiarai

Natural PhenomenaWaters, Seas & Rivers★★☆☆☆TohokuIwateEarly Modern

The Sickle Weasel

kamaitachi

Animals & BeastsMountains & Forests★★★☆☆ChubuNaganoMedieval

The Footstep Follower

Betobetosan

Natural PhenomenaRoads & Crossroads★☆☆☆☆KinkiNara

The Wiggling Phantom

Kunekune

Ghosts & Vengeful SpiritsTowns, Villages & Houses★★★★★Contemporary

Fire-breathing Rooster

Basan

Animals & BeastsMountains & Forests★☆☆☆☆ShikokuEhimeEarly Modern

The Faceless Ghost

Nopperabo

Humanoids & ApparitionsRoads & Crossroads★★☆☆☆KantoTokyoEarly Modern

The Sea Monk

Umibozu

Ghosts & Vengeful SpiritsWaters, Seas & Rivers★★★★★TohokuEarly Modern

The Skeleton Woman

Honeonna

Ghosts & Vengeful SpiritsTowns, Villages & Houses★★★★☆KantoTokyoEarly Modern

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