Myths and Legends

303-Japanese Folklore: Rice and Means

Two stories from Japan about samurai (and wannabe samurai) following their dreams. Too bad it takes fights with giant creatures and a little bit of murder to do so. 
 
The creature this time is ao nyōbō, and she doesn't want you to stop by her beautiful, horribly dilapidated mansion. 
 
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Music: 
"Engine Flicker" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Silver Lanyard" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Weathervane" by Blue Dot Sessions

Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others are stories you might not have heard, but really should. All the stories are sourced from world folklore, but retold for modern ears. These are stories of wizards, knights, Vikings, dragons, princesses, and kings from the time when the world beyond the map was a dangerous and wonderful place.