Kyoto

关于此都道府县

Kyoto, the ancient capital, is the heart of Japan's yokai culture. It is the setting for epic legends like the ogre king Shuten-doji and the chimera Nue. The city's folklore is deeply intertwined with imperial politics and Buddhism, featuring sophisticated spirits born from the intense emotions of the court. Kyoto was also the domain of legendary sorcerers (Onmyoji) who protected the city from supernatural threats. For visitors, the ancient temples and narrow streets still hum with the presence of these legendary entities. Kyoto's yokai culture is literary and dramatic, offering a profound journey into the spiritual history and the darker corners of the Japanese psyche.