In this episode, we welcome Kevin O’Shea, the host and producer of Supernatural Japan—the acclaimed podcast and platform dedicated to uncovering the strange, spectral, and profoundly spiritual dimensions of Japanese culture.
Kevin opens up about his own haunting experiences as a teenager growing up in Canada, setting the stage for a rich cross-cultural exploration. Together, we examine Japanese attitudes toward the paranormal and high strangeness, revealing how they often diverge sharply from Western perspectives. In Japan, the supernatural is frequently approached with seriousness and spiritual depth—from the everyday custom of bringing purifying salt home after a funeral and placing it at the doorstep, to a real-estate market that actively steers clear of properties with dark or tragic histories (jiko bukken).
The conversation delves into Japan’s rich tapestry of legends and lore: the cunning and powerful fox spirits known as kitsune, mischievous trickster entities, mysterious fairy lights, and the elusive Japanese Bigfoot, the Hibagon. From there, the discussion expands into broader realms of high strangeness, including UFOs and other entities from the Japanese people’s perspective.
Join us for a fascinating journey into the haunted traditions, mysterious creatures, and supernatural beliefs of Japan!
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